Usage Note
Scheuermittel is a powdered or cream abrasive cleaner used for tough stains on sinks, stove rings, and tiles; the classic German product is Vim or Ata. Overuse can scratch delicate surfaces such as enamel.
Examples
"Das Scheuermittel hilft gegen hartnäckige Ablagerungen auf dem Herd."
Natural Translation
The scouring agent helps against stubborn deposits on the stove.
Literal Translation
The scouring-agent helps against stubborn deposits on the stove.
Related Words
- Abfluss drain, plug hole
- Abflussreiniger drain cleaner
- Abzieher squeegee, floor wiper
- Allzweckreiniger all-purpose cleaner, multipurpose cleaner
- Besen broom
- Einzugsreinigung move-in cleaning, pre-tenancy clean
- Entkalkungsmittel descaler, decalcifying agent
- Essigwasser vinegar water (cleaning solution of vinegar and water)
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