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10 Homemade, Natural Cleaning Solution Recipes
1. Homemade All-Purpose Cleaner With Essential OilsThis homemade cleaning solution is all-purpose for most surfaces except for glass.
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2. Homemade All-Purpose Lemon DegreaserThis cleaning solution works on all surfaces except for wood.
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3. Homemade Vinegar and Vodka DisinfectantThis is an all-purpose cleaner that's safe to use on all surfaces.
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4. Homemade Glass CleanerWith five simple ingredients, you can make a natural glass cleaner for all your smudge- and streak-destroying needs.
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5. Homemade Chrome CleanerYou do not want to wipe down your chrome surfaces with just any cleaning solution. This homemade one (and a little buffing) will leave your chrome surfaces shining.
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7. Homemade Sink Cleaning SolutionIf your sink is in need of a good scrub, try this powerful, all-natural blend.
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8. Homemade Shower CleanerFor a natural cleaner for your shower, look no further than this simple blend.
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9. Homemade Mold and Mildew CleanerThis natural mixture will get rid of mild mold and mildew problems without the use of harsh chemicals.
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10. Homemade Hardwood CleanerThis homemade, natural cleaning solution for hardwood floors is just the trick to get those boards gleaming again.
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1. Homemade All-Purpose Cleaner With Essential OilsThis homemade cleaning solution is all-purpose for most surfaces except for glass.
What you'll need:
- 3/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup rubbing alcohol
- 5 to 10 drops peppermint, lemon, or orange essential oil
- 1 squirt natural dish soap
- 16-ounce spray bottle
- Pour all the ingredients into the spray bottle. Shake well.
- To use, spray onto the surface and wipe with a microfiber cloth.
2. Homemade All-Purpose Lemon DegreaserThis cleaning solution works on all surfaces except for wood.
What you'll need:
- 2 cups water
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon Dr. Bronner's Castile Soap
- 1 tablespoon baking soda
- 24-ounce spray bottle
- Pour all the ingredients into the spray bottle. Shake well.
- To use, spritz onto a surface and wipe with a microfiber cloth.
3. Homemade Vinegar and Vodka DisinfectantThis is an all-purpose cleaner that's safe to use on all surfaces.
What you'll need:
- 1/2 cup white vinegar
- 1/2 cup unflavored vodka
- 10 drops lemon essential oil
- 10 drops lavender essential oil
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 24-ounce spray bottle
- Pour all the ingredients into the spray bottle. Shake well.
- To use, spray surface and let sit for 10 minutes to disinfect. Wipe clean with a microfiber cloth.
4. Homemade Glass CleanerWith five simple ingredients, you can make a natural glass cleaner for all your smudge- and streak-destroying needs.
What you'll need:
- 2 cups water
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 2 tablespoons rubbing alcohol
- 5 drops peppermint essential oil
- 24-ounce spray bottle
- Pour all the ingredients into the spray bottle. Give it a little shake to combine.
- To use, spray onto a microfiber cloth and apply to the surface.
5. Homemade Chrome CleanerYou do not want to wipe down your chrome surfaces with just any cleaning solution. This homemade one (and a little buffing) will leave your chrome surfaces shining.
What you'll need:
- 2 cups water
- 1/2 teaspoon Dr. Bronner's Castile Soap
- 3 tablespoons white vinegar
- 24-ounce spray bottle
- Pour the ingredients into a 24-ounce spray bottle. Shake well to combine.
- To use, spray onto chrome surface. Let sit for 10 minutes. Wipe with damp cloth and buff with a dry cloth.
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- 1/4 cup natural dish soap
- 1/4 cup baking soda
- 5 drops clove essential oil
- About 3 drops of water
- Mixing bowl
- Mix all the ingredients in a bowl.
- To use, apply the solution to the surface using the gritty side of a double-sided kitchen sponge; scrub. Wipe up with a wet cloth.
7. Homemade Sink Cleaning SolutionIf your sink is in need of a good scrub, try this powerful, all-natural blend.
What you'll need:
- 2 cups baking soda
- 10 drops clove essential oil
- 10 drops lemon essential oil
- 1 squirt Dr. Bronner's Castile Soap
- A few drops of water
- Butter knife
- Airtight container
- Mix the baking soda with the essential oils using a butter knife. Store in an airtight container.
- To use, sprinkle the mixture over the sink surface, then add a squirt of soap and a few drops of water. Scrub with a nylon-bristle brush. Rinse thoroughly.
8. Homemade Shower CleanerFor a natural cleaner for your shower, look no further than this simple blend.
What you'll need:
- 1/4 cup baking soda
- 1 cup water
- Microwave-safe bowl
- 24-ounce spray bottle
- Mix the ingredients in a microwave-safe bowl and heat for 30 to 60 seconds. Pour into spray bottle.
- To use, spritz onto shower surfaces and let sit for three to five minutes. Wipe clean with a microfiber cloth.
9. Homemade Mold and Mildew CleanerThis natural mixture will get rid of mild mold and mildew problems without the use of harsh chemicals.
What you'll need:
- 2 cups water
- 2 teaspoons tea-tree oil
- 1/4 cup baking soda
- 24-ounce spray bottle
- Pour the water and tea-tree oil into the spray bottle. Shake well.
- To use, heavily spray moldy areas with the solution. Let sit for 24 hours.
- Once 24 hours have passed, pour 1/4 cup baking soda into a small bowl and gradually spritz it with the solution until a glue-like paste forms.
- Apply the paste to the moldy surface using a clean toothbrush and scrub. Rinse.
10. Homemade Hardwood CleanerThis homemade, natural cleaning solution for hardwood floors is just the trick to get those boards gleaming again.
What you'll need:
- 1/2 cup white vinegar
- 1 gallon warm water
- 2 to 3 drops lemon essential oil
- 2-gallon bucket
- Mix all the ingredients in a 2-gallon bucket.
- To use, dip a mop head into the bucket and wring it out well, so that it is barely damp. Apply to floors and repeat.
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