As a homeowner, there’s no doubt you’re aware that keeping your home clean is important on many levels. But did you also know that some of the cleaning products you may be using could be harmful to your health and/or the environment? Let’s take a look at natural cleaning solutions for your home.
How to Build a Natural Cleaning Solutions Toolkit
You may already have some of these items on hand, but even if you don’t, these basic, and generally inexpensive, natural cleaning supplies will go a long way in your newfound green cleaning routine. Removing dirt and germs can be done by using these natural cleaners:
- baking soda: absorbs odors in your fridge, litter box, or garbage cans, plus it’s also a slightly abrasive cleanser you can use to remove stains from sinks, countertops, tubs, and more
- borax: is the kicked-up version of baking soda that’s good for removing surface stains and soiled laundry, however, it’s highly irritating to eyes, skin, and even breathing, so be sure to exercise caution when using
- castile soap
- club soda
- cornstarch
- citrus fruit: use a combination of ice and citrus fruit juice to freshen up and clean the blade of your garbage disposal; lemon juice can generally be substituted for white vinegar, however, it will go bad quickly so it needs to be used within a few days
- hydrogen peroxide
- microfibre cloths or cotton rags to reduce water from paper towels
- spray bottles
- tea tree oil
- white vinegar: it’s an acidic, natural disinfectant that works well when trying to remove hard water stains, rust, or buildup
You can keep all of your green cleaning supplies in an easy-to-carry caddy or better yet, reuse something you already have around your home like an apple box or a basket.
How to Use Natural Cleaning Solutions in Your Home
There are a few general rules of thumb when using natural cleaning solutions in your home:
- always use hot water when mixing natural cleaners
- be aware that you may need to use a little more muscle or let something soak a little longer than you would when using harsh commercial cleaners
- label all of your cleaning solution containers immediately after mixing
- never mix:
- white vinegar and hydrogen peroxide together as they produce a toxic acid that’s dangerous to breathe in, plus it can also cause skin burns
- bleach and ammonia together as the fumes are highly toxic
- never store cleaning mixtures in any type of container that could be confused for food or drinks
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