The Best All Natural Household Cleaning Recipes

There is nothing like a clean house a lit candle. Creating all-natural cleaning solutions using household ingredients ensures a non-toxic environment and can also be cost effective.

Looking for safe, nontoxic cleaning solutions for your home?

Best recipes for basic household cleaning:

1. All-Purpose Cleaner

Ingredients:

• 1 cup water
• 1 cup white vinegar
• 1 lemon (for scent and extra cleaning power)
• A few drops of essential oil (optional)

Instructions:

1. Combine water and vinegar in a spray bottle.
2. Squeeze the juice of one lemon and add it to the mixture.
3. If desired, add a few drops of essential oil for fragrance (e.g., tea tree oil, lavender oil).
4. Shake well before each use.
5. Spray on surfaces and wipe clean with a cloth.

2. Glass Cleaner

Ingredients:

• 1 cup water
• 1 cup white vinegar
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch (to prevent streaks)
• A few drops of essential oil (optional)

Instructions:

1. Mix all ingredients in a spray bottle.
2. Shake well to dissolve the cornstarch.
3. Spray on glass surfaces and wipe with a microfiber cloth or newspaper for a streak-free finish.

3. Bathroom Cleaner

Ingredients:

• 1 cup baking soda
• 1/4 cup liquid castile soap
• 1 tablespoon hydrogen peroxide
• 1/4 cup water
• A few drops of essential oil (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, combine baking soda and liquid castile soap.
2. Add hydrogen peroxide and water, stirring to form a paste.
3. Add essential oils if desired.
4. Apply the paste to bathroom surfaces like sinks, tubs, and tiles.
5. Scrub with a brush or sponge, then rinse with water.

4. Floor Cleaner

Ingredients:

• 1 gallon hot water
• 1/2 cup white vinegar
• 1/4 cup baking soda
• A few drops of essential oil (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a large bucket, combine hot water, vinegar, and baking soda.
2. Add essential oils if desired.
3. Mix well and use a mop to clean the floors.

5. Wood Polish

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup white vinegar
• A few drops of lemon essential oil

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients in a small bowl or spray bottle.
2. Shake well before each use.
3. Apply to wood surfaces with a soft cloth, then buff to a shine.

6. Disinfecting Spray

Ingredients:

• 1 cup water
• 1/2 cup white vinegar
• 1/2 cup rubbing alcohol
• 1 tablespoon hydrogen peroxide
• 20 drops of tea tree oil or eucalyptus oil

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients in a spray bottle.
2. Shake well before each use.
3. Spray on surfaces and let sit for a few minutes before wiping clean with a cloth.

7. Carpet Deodorizer

Ingredients:

• 1 cup baking soda
• 10-20 drops of your favorite essential oil

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, mix baking soda with essential oil.
2. Sprinkle the mixture over carpets and let sit for 15-20 minutes.
3. Vacuum thoroughly.

These recipes use simple, natural ingredients that are effective and safe for most surfaces in your home. Always test a small area first if you’re unsure about the reaction of a particular surface to these ingredients.