Natural Cleaners

Natural Cleaners

1. Vinegar

Vinegar is a natural all-purpose cleaner that disinfects and deodorizes. It is safe to use on most surfaces and is incredibly cheap. Always test on an inconspicuous area first and never use it on marble surfaces. The scent of vinegar disappears when it dries.

2. Lemons

Lemons are effective natural cleaner.

3. Baking Soda

Baking Soda is a natural abrasive cleaner and  deodorizer.

Note – please use new clean spray bottles for any mixtures and be careful when mixing cleaners together. Some ingredients will have chemical reactions when mixed. Always follow instructions.

All-purpose cleaner:

• 1 part water
• 1 part vinegar

Mix ingredients and store in a new spray bottle. Use in bathrooms and kitchens as an all-purpose cleaner. Great for counters, stove tops, sinks, etc. Always test on an inconspicuous area first.

Natural fabric softener (suits sensitive skin):

• 1/2 cup vinegar

Add to rinse cycle for a natural fabric softener that helps break down laundry powder (great for families with sensitive skin). It also helps keep washing machine hoses clean.

Furniture Polish:

• 1 cup olive oil
• 1/2 cup lemon juice

Mix 2 parts olive oil to 1 part lemon juice and rub on hardwood furniture.

Carpet Cleaner:

• 1 part bicarb
• 3 parts vinegar
• 5 parts water

Mix ingredients together in a new spray bottle and use to clean carpets and rugs.

Toilet Cleaner:

• 1 cup vinegar

Pour vinegar in toilet and scrub stains away with a toilet brush. Flush to rinse.

Bathtub Cleaner:

• 1 cup vinegar
• Baking soda

Clean bath tub with vinegar using a sponge, then sprinkle baking soda on any grime and scrub it away. Rinse clean.

Carpet Deodorizer:

1. Sprinkle baking soda over dry carpet
2. Let sit for about 15 minutes
3. Vacuum up the powder

Drain Cleaner:

• 1/2 cup baking soda
• 1/2 cup salt

1. Pour mixture down the drain
2. Pour boiling water down the drain
3. Let sit overnight
4. Turn on the tap in the morning and let it flush out the mixture