Homemade Cleaner for Spring Cleaning
Mar. 14, 2023
If you haven’t done it yet, you’ll likely get the urge to begin your spring cleaning soon! Here are a couple recipes for homemade cleaners, made with natural, chemical-free ingredients so you can avoid using store-bought cleaners. Save money and kick off spring with a fresh clean by making your own cleaners today!
Household Cleaner
INGREDIENTS
- Glass Spray Bottle
- ½ cup white vinegar
- 10 drops of your favorite essential oil scent (Try lemon, orange, lavender, peppermint, or eucalyptus)
DIRECTIONS
- Use a funnel to pour the ½ cup of vinegar into your glass spray bottle, then fill the rest with water.
- Carefully put 10 drops of your favorite essential oils into the bottle. You can even mix a few scents to create your own unique scent!
- Once it’s all in the bottle, put the lid back on, and gently shake.
- Use this cleaner on your counters or other surfaces in your home. Avoid using on granite or stainless steel.
Shower and Bathroom Cleaner
INGREDIENTS
- Glass Spray Bottle
- ½ cup white vinegar
- 3 Tbsp dish soap
DIRECTIONS
- Use a funnel to pour the 1/2 cup of white vinegar into your spray bottle, then fill the rest with water.
- Pour 3 tablespoons of dish soap (check out some of the all-natural options linked below).
- Put your spray bottle top back on and gently shake.
- This cleaner works great in your shower to clean hard water or grime! You can also add a little more dish soap and use with a kitchen scrubber for tougher spots.
Check out the links below to help you get started making your own spring cleaners: