Homemade-Cleaning-Supplies
Necessary For Your Everyday Chores

These non-toxic-cleaning concoctions have become quite popular, but some don't really feel something is truly clean unless there are chemicals involved in the process. My husband is one of these people. If it isn't comet, it isn't any good.

Actually, chemicals leave a residue that the dirt attaches itself to, and surfaces get dirtier even quicker.

The good news is that many of these supplies are probably in
your kitchen cupboard or refrigerator, if you are willing
to take the time to make some non-toxic-cleaning recipes
for use around the home.

They are much cheaper than buying the typical store-bought
products, and as mentioned, will require a bit of your time
to mix up in batches. But once mixed, you will have them
on hand, and you are good to go.


Keep These Homemade-Cleaning-Supplies
On Hand




BAKING SODA
Non-toxic, scours well, natural deodorizer
Discover the Magic of Baking Soda Cleaning Recipes

BORAX
Deoderizes, inhibits mold growth

LEMON
Fights natural bacteria, an acidic cleanser

LEMON JUICE
A nice deoderizer

PEPSIN
Breaks down protein, and can be purchased at
Health food stores. To remove chocolate from a
rug or upholstered furniture, grind the pepsin
and mix with water to make a paste. Rub in the
paste and let sit a few hours. Wipe away.

CASTILE SOAP
Liquid, flakes or bar form, great for plumbing fixtures

TEA TREE OIL
Deodorizes, disinfects, cuts mold and mildew

OLIVE OIL
For preserving

CINNAMON
For scent

VEGETABLE GLYCERIN
For preserving

ESSENTIAL OILS
Optional but nice for scent - orange, peppermint, rosemary

HAIRSPRAY
Removes ink from ceramic tile, clothes
and laminate counters

HYDROGEN PEROXIDE
Natural Antiseptic, works well in bathrooms

WHITE VINEGAR
Wipes soap scum, mildrew, grease, waxy build-ups
Vinegar is an absolute must for your list of
homemade-cleaning-supplies.

The Power of Cleaning With Vinegar Recipes

Tea Tree Oil Makes A Great Addition to Your Supplies


Here is a sample of just what you
can do with some of these supplies.

Cleaning The Microwave

2 slices of lemon or 1 tblsp. lemon juice
in a cup of water. Microwave on high 30 seconds, wipe down with
a dry rag.

You can do this without the lemon, if you prefer.

Or, leave out the lemon, and substitute vanilla or almond extract.

Liquid Dish Soap

1/4 cup soap flakes grated from a bar.
Dissolve this item in 2 cups hot water.

Add 1/4 cup vegetable glycerin
1/2 tsp. lemon or tea-tree oil
Let cool. Store in a squeeze container.

Furniture Polish

1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup lemon juice

Shake gently, store in a glass spray bottle.
Store in a cool dark place.

Toilet Bowl Cleaner

2/3 cup borax
1/3 cup lemon juice

Let sit for 1 hour in bowl and flush.

Multi-purpose Bath Cleaner

1 1/2 pints water
1/2 cup rubbing alcohol
1 tsp. household ammonia
1 tsp. liquid soap
1 tsp. lemon juice

Spray and wipe with a damp cloth.


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Organic Dishwashing Liquid will protect your hands from skin irritants.

Consider switching to an Organic Laundry Detergent or combination of basic kitchen ingredients to prolong the life of your wardrobe, be gentle on your skin, and protect the environment as well.

Tips For Storage of Your Homemade-Cleaning-Recipes

Keep spray bottles, glass jars and pails handy for keeping your
pastes and sprays in that you will make up. A windex bottle
works best, as vinegar degrades ordinary plastic eventually.

Have toothebrushes handy for scrubbing faucets and grout.

Clean with washable and reusable rags rather than paper towel.

A good supply of sponges.

An old metal grater for grating bars of soap.

Cut SOS pads in half; get double the use, and sharpens your scissors at the same time!

Visit the Carpet Wizzard for all of your specific carpet cleaning needs.

General Green Cleaning Tips

Keep any conventional cleaners that you still may have, out of the children's rooms.

Chlorine is vaporized by hot water and released into your air. Use chlorine-free dishwater products.

Keep microfibre cloths in your homemade-cleaning-supplies kit.

You are really helping to reduce your carbon footprint by using natural homemade-cleaning-supplies mainly because there will be no additional chemicals released into the air.

Your air at home will be much easier to breathe and less harmful to your family, your pets, and you.


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