What is so great about these mix-it-yourself cleaners is for the most
part they are environmentally friendly ingredients — like baking soda
and vinegar — Also they and are quite inexpensive. If your like me you
can easily run out of your cleaning solution. So I have created a list
of homemade cleaners that can save you a trip to the store. Check them
out!
- GLASS CLEANER Great for: Windows and mirrors
Ingredients • 2 1/2 cups water • 1/2 cup white or cider
vinegar • 1/4 cup rubbing alcohol (70% concentration) • 1 to 2 drops of
orange essential oil, which gives the solution a lovely smell (optional)
I like the smell of clean and fresh!
How to apply the glass cleaner: Combine ingredients and mix
them into a spray bottle. Spray on a paper towel or soft cloth first,
then on the glass. Hint: Don’t clean windows on a hot, sunny day because
the solution will dry too quickly and leave lots of streaks. Sometimes a
side of water can help keep it wet until fully cleaned.
- HEAVY-DUTY SCRUB Great for: Rust stains on porcelain or enamel sinks and tubs
Ingredients • Half a lemon • 1/2 cup borax (a laundry booster; find it in the detergent aisle)
How to apply the heavy-duty scrub: Simply dip the lemon into the borax and scrub surface; rinse. ( Remember this is not safe for marble or granite.)
- GREASE CLEANER Great for: Oven hoods, grills and any other grimy areas
Ingredients • 1/2 cup sudsy ammonia mixed with enough water
to fill a one-gallon container. (Sudsy ammonia, which has detergent in
it, helps remove tough grime.)
How to apply the grease cleaner: Dip a sponge or mop into the solution and wipe over the dirty surface, then rinse area with clear clean water.
- ALL-PURPOSE CLEANER AND DEODORIZER Great for: Kitchen counters, appliances, bathtubs and inside the refrigerator
Ingredients • 4 tablespoons baking soda • 1 quart hot water
How to apply all-purpose cleaner and deodorizer:: Pour solution on a clean sponge or towl and wipe.
- LAST-RESORT CLOTHING STAIN REMOVER Great for: Badly stained washable or bleachable clothing
Ingredients • 1 gallon hot water • 1 cup powdered dishwasher detergent • 1 cup regular liquid chlorine bleach (not ultra or concentrate)
How to apply last-resort clothing stain remover: Mix and
pour ingredients into a stainless steel, plastic, or enamel bowl (not
aluminum). Soak garment for 16 to 21 minutes. If stain is still there,
let it soak a bit longer, then wash garment as usual with hot water.
- WHITE WATER RING REMOVER Great for: Anywhere you’ve accidentally left a water ring (but not on unfinished wood, lacquer, or antiques).
Ingredients • One part white non-gel toothpaste to one part baking soda and yes I said toothpaste!
How to apply white water ring remover: Dampen a cloth with
water, add sweet toothpaste mixture, and rub with the grain to buff over
the ring. Then take a dry cloth and wipe off. Use another soft cloth
for a final shine. Polish as you normally would. Most products for this
sort of cleaning can run a pretty penny.
- DISHWASHER STAIN REMOVER
Ingredients • 1/4 cup powdered lemon or orange drink
How to apply dishwasher stain remover: To remove rust from
the inside walls, pour the powder (which contains citric acid or citric
acid crystals) into the detergent cup and then run a regular cycle.
Repeat as necessary. When finished take a look and prepare to be amazed!
- BRASS CLEANER Great for: Non-lacquered cabinet pulls, bathroom appointments, other bass thing, and more
Ingredients • White vinegar or lemon juice • Table salt
How to apply brass cleaner: Start with a dampened sponge or
towel with vinegar or lemon juice, then sprinkle on salt. Then lightly
rub over the surface area. Then rinse thoroughly with hot water, then
when done, dry with a clean soft cloth.
- MARBLE CLEANER Great for: Natural stone countertops or areas
Ingredients • A drop or two of mild dishwashing liquid (non-citrus-scented) • 2 cups warm water
How to apply marble cleaner: Mix the detergent and hot
water. Sponge over marble and rinse completely to remove all of the soap
residue. Buff with a white soft cloth; do not let the marble air-dry.
Caution: Never use vinegar, lemon, or any other acidic cleaner on marble
or granite surfaces; because they are soft stones it will eat into the
stone.
VERY IMPORTANT SAFTY TIP!: Never ever combine
ammonia-based cleaners with chlorine bleach or products containing
bleach, like that of powdered dishwasher detergent. The fumes they’ll
create are extremely dangerous and can potentially kill or send you
straight to the hospital! Before doing any mixing, read the product
labels first. See what is contained in the product! Don’t be an
uneducated experimental chemist!
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