In today’s modern world, consumers have become more aware of the ingredients that we not only put in our bodies but also, the ingredients in products we use every day to clean our homes. From laundry detergent to toilet bowl cleaner, lots of chemicals can be found in the products you buy from the store. Here are some recipes to make your own types of cleaning sprays that you know are safe to use - have fun with this change-up and maybe create a new cleaning routine with it! (and for those of you who can't seem to find these products at the store as of late, here are some great alternatives).
Shower Cleaner - this recipe gets off the tough water stains you’ve been scrubbing away at!
Ingredients:
- 10 fluid oz. Original Blue Dawn Dish Soap
- 18 fluid oz. white distilled vinegar
- 3 mL essential oil of your choice (optional)
Combine these ingredients into a spray bottle and shake. Spray on your shower walls and tub and allow the cleaner to sit for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, wipe clean with a damp sponge and be amazed!
Furniture Polish - touching furniture every day leads to lots of fingerprints and smudges. Here is a non-toxic cleaner for the furniture that gets touched every day!
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 10 drops of wild orange essential oil
Mix together ingredients in a mason jar. When ready to use, add a time size amount to your cloth and rub it on your furniture - you will instantly see it removing dust and smudges and will leave your furniture looking shiny and new!
Toilet Bowl Cleaner - cleaning probably one of the grimiest places in your home!
Start with a spray bottle and add:
- 15 drops of melaleuca oil
- 10 drops lemon oil
- Vinegar
- Top off with water
Spray this mixture into the toilet and around the rims. Let it sit for a few minutes. Then, sprinkle the bowl with baking soda and scrub everything with a toilet brush. Check out your new, sparkling clean and odorless toilet!
Homemade Disinfectant Wipes - eco-friendly because you will be using reusable washcloths and safe for the whole family to use (plus think of all the money you will save!)
Step 1. Choose a jar you will want to store these washcloths in. Then, decide if you want to use full-sized washcloths or to cut them in half. Either way, fill up your chosen jar with the dry washcloths.
Step 2. In a bowl, mix together the following ingredients:
- 3 cups distilled water
- 3/4 cup rubbing alcohol
- 6 TBSP Dawn Dish Soap
- 10 drops of lemon essential oil
Step 3. Pour this mixture into the jar over the washcloths and voila! Once you are done with a cloth you can wash it in the washing machine as necessary and remake again!