Have you ever thought about what you're breathing in when you clean your home? Most commercial cleaning products contain harmful chemicals that irritate your skin, eyes, and respiratory tract, and some can even harm your health in the long run. What's more, the residue of these substances ends up in water systems and harms the environment. The good news? You can make perfectly effective cleaning products at home - without any dangerous ingredients! Which cleaner will be your favorite?
Natural cleaners not only do they reduce your ecological footprint, but they are also easier on your wallet. Most of the ingredients, like baking soda, vinegar, and essential oils, are affordable and versatile. If you want a home that is truly clean – not just visually, but also free of toxins – try these 12 simple and effective recipes!
1. Powerful kitchen grease cleaner
Ingridients:
- ½ cup of natural dish detergent
- 1 teaspoon water
- ¼ cup baking soda
- 10 drops of clove essential oil
Usage: Mix the ingredients well, apply to greasy surfaces, scrub with a sponge and wipe clean. Great for stovetops, countertops and ovens!
2. Homemade laundry detergent
Ingridients:
- 4 cups boiling water
- 1 cup salt
- 1½ cups baking soda
- 1 cup of castile soap
- 1 teaspoon lemon essential oil
- 16 cups of filtered water
Usage: Mix the ingredients well and store in a glass container. Use ¼ cup per wash, adding vinegar to soften the fabric.
3. Glass and mirror cleaner
Ingridients:
- 2 cups of water
- ¼ cup white vinegar
- ¼ cup isopropyl alcohol
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Usage: Shake well before use, spray on glass and wipe with a microfiber cloth. No streaks or spots!
4. Multi-purpose disinfectant cleaner
Ingridients:
- ½ cup vinegar
- 1½ cups water
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 10 drops of lemon essential oil
- 10 drops of lavender essential oil
Usage: Spray on surfaces, leave on for a few minutes and wipe clean. Perfect for kitchen counters, tables and bathrooms!
5. Natural dishwasher tablets
Ingridients:
- 1 cup washing soda (sodium carbonate)
- 1 cup baking soda
- 1 cup salt
- 1 teaspoon of natural dish detergent
- 10 drops of lemon essential oil
Usage: Mix the ingredients, sprinkle with a little water, form into small tablets and leave to dry for 24 hours. Use 1-2 tablets per wash. Use white vinegar instead of rinse aid.
6. Refreshing Bathroom Tile Cleaner
Spray:
- 4 cups hot water
- ¼ cup baking soda
- ¼ cup rubbing alcohol
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- 30 drops of lemon essential oil
Usage: Spray on tiles, leave for a few minutes, then wipe. Refresh and remove dirt!
7. Floor cleaner (except wooden floors)
Ingridients:
- 3.75 l (1 gallon) of warm water
- 1½ cups white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon of natural dish detergent
- A few drops of lemon essential oil
Usage: Mix the ingredients in a bucket and use to wash your floors once or twice a week.
8. Mold and moisture cleaner
Spray:
- 2 cups vinegar
- 2 teaspoons of tea tree essential oil
Usage: Spray on moldy surfaces, leave for 24 hours and wipe off.
Peeling paste:
- ½ cup baking soda
- ¼ cup rubbing alcohol
- ½ teaspoon tea tree oil
- ¼ cup water
Usage: Mix the paste, apply and scrub with a toothbrush, then wipe.
9. Powerful grout cleaner
Ingridients:
- 2 parts baking soda
- 1 part hydrogen peroxide
- 1 part dish detergent
Usage: Mix, apply to the grout, let it work, and then scrub with a toothbrush.
10. Toilet cleaner
Tablets:
- 1 cup baking soda
- ½ cup citric acid
- 1-2 teaspoons castile soap
- A few drops of lemon or tea tree oil
Usage: Mix, press into mold, let harden, store. Throw 1 tablet in toilet, let it fizz, flush.
Liquid cleaner:
- 2 cups of water
- ½ cup baking soda
- ½ cup citric acid
- ½ cup castile soap
- A few drops of lemon or tea tree oil
Usage: Spray on the toilet seat and lid, let it sit, then wipe.
11. Wood surface cleaner
Ingridients:
- ½ cup vinegar
- 1 cup of water
- 2 teaspoons of olive oil
- 10 drops of cedar essential oil
Usage: Spray on the wood and wipe with a dry cloth.
12. Natural sink cleaner
Ingridients:
- 2 cups baking soda
- 10 drops of clove essential oil
- 10 drops of lemon essential oil
- 1 tablespoon castile soap
Usage: Sprinkle over the sink, scrub with a brush, and rinse. Store the paste in an airtight container.
Finally
With a few simple ingredients, you can create natural cleaning products that are safe, effective, and environmentally friendly. Plus, your home will smell like essential oils, not harsh chemicals! Why not replace commercial products with these homemade solutions today? Your home (and the planet) will thank you!
