Did you know that many cleaning supplies and household cleaning agents contain a lot of harmful chemicals? It is east to have an immaculate house by making your own, eco-friendly cleaners.
Some common supplies you can easily make effective cleaners from include:
- Distilled white vinegar (sold in the cooking section of most supermarkets)
- Baking soda
- Olive oil
- Microfiber cleaning cloths
- Newspaper
With the above supplies, here are some ideas of safe, green cleaners:
- Cleaning Glass: Mix 1/4 cup vinegar with one quart of water in a spray bottle. Spray on glass and wipe clean with old newspaper or a lint-free cloth.
- Countertops and bathroom tile: Mix 2 parts vinegar and 1 part baking soda with 4 parts water. Apply with a sponge, scour, and wipe away.
- Floors: Mix 4 cups of white distilled vinegar with about a gallon of hot water. If desired, add a few drops of pure peppermint or lemon oil for a pleasant scent. After damp mopping the floors, the smell of vinegar will dissipate quickly, leaving behind only the scent of the oil.
These tips were repurposed from the article "25 Green Spring Cleaning Tips" at Spark People, located at http://www.sparkpeople.com/.
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