Herb & Spice: Gentle Cleaning Recipes
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Creating your own cleaning products can be both eco-friendly and cost-effective. Here's how you can make a refreshing surface spray perfect for keeping your bathroom clean and smelling great.
**Ingredients**
- 8 oz. distilled white vinegar
- 6 oz. distilled water
- 2 oz. vodka or rubbing alcohol (helps prevent mold)
- 10 drops organic lavender essential oil
- 5 drops organic rosemary essential oil
- 5 drops organic lemon essential oil
**Instructions**
Start by gathering everything you need: a clean 16 oz. spray bottle, all the listed ingredients, and a good stirring tool. Begin by pouring the distilled white vinegar into the spray bottle, followed by the distilled water. Next, add the vodka or rubbing alcohol to help preserve the mixture. Then, carefully add your essential oils one by one. Afterward, close the bottle tightly and give it a vigorous shake to ensure everything is well combined. Always remember to shake the bottle before each use, as the oils might separate over time.
This aromatic cleaner works wonders on bathroom surfaces like counters, cabinets, blinds, tiles, sinks, tubs, and even fan blades. Its natural composition makes it gentle yet effective.
**Pro Tips**
If you're environmentally conscious, consider reusing an old plastic bottle instead of buying a new one. Just make sure it’s thoroughly cleaned first. Also, take note that vinegar isn’t suitable for certain materials such as granite countertops, as it can potentially damage the sealant over time.
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Mirror and Glass Cleaner
For those who prefer a simpler approach to cleaning mirrors and glass, here’s a straightforward recipe that gets the job done without any harsh chemicals.
**Ingredients**
- 1 part distilled white vinegar
- 1 part distilled water
**Instructions**
Mix equal parts of vinegar and water in an upcycled or glass spray bottle. Gently shake the bottle to combine the two liquids. Spray the solution directly onto the mirror or glass surface. For best results, use a balled-up piece of newspaper, a microfiber cloth, or another preferred cleaning Material. Wipe the surface in circular motions until it’s completely dry and free of streaks. The vinegar smell usually fades within a few hours, but if you’d like to speed up the process, a light spritz of a pleasant aroma spray can help.
**Pro Tips**
Make sure to work in a well-ventilated area to avoid inhaling too much vinegar fumes. If you’re sensitive to smells or dust, wearing a mask might be a good idea while preparing this cleaner. Keep the bottle out of reach from children and pets, as the ingredients are safe but still best kept secure.
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Homemade Fizzy Toilet Bowl Powder
Transform your bathroom routine with this fizzy toilet bowl cleaner that not only cleans effectively but also leaves your bathroom smelling fresh.
**Ingredients**
- 1 cup baking soda
- ½ cup non-GMO citric acid
- 2 tablespoons borax (optional, for extra cleaning power)
- 25 drops organic lavender essential oil
- 25 drops organic sweet orange essential oil
- 35 drops organic lemon essential oil
**Instructions**
Begin by combining the dry ingredients—baking soda, citric acid, and borax—in a glass or stainless steel bowl using a wooden or non-reactive spoon. Once the dry mixture is ready, drop in the essential oils and mix them thoroughly. Transfer the finished product into a cardboard shaker-top bottle for easy dispensing. To use, simply sprinkle the desired amount of powder directly into the toilet bowl and watch it fizz. Follow up by scrubbing and flushing.
**Pro Tips**
When mixing the ingredients, do so in a well-ventilated area. If you're sensitive to strong odors or dust, wearing a mask can be beneficial. Always store the powder out of reach from children and pets. While this cleaner is designed specifically for toilets, you can also dissolve some of it in hot water to create a versatile cleaning solution for tubs, sinks, showers, or even floors.
There you have it—three simple DIY projects to keep your bathroom sparkling clean while reducing waste and saving money. Happy cleaning!