How to Make Your Own All-Purpose Cleaner
Steps to create an environmentally and budget-friendly cleaning solution
By Family Features
Making your own all-purpose household cleaner is an easy alternative to store-bought chemicals. This version of a homemade solution is environmentally friendly, pet-safe and less likely to cause irritation.
You can also control the strength of the cleaner by adjusting the ingredients while knowing exactly what’s in your DIY concoction.
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Homemade All-Purpose Cleaner
Research what essential oils or fragrance oils are safe for your pets and children before adding your favorite scent to improve the vinegar smell and cleaning properties of this recipe. Lavender, for example, is generally considered safe, but only use 5-10 drops due to its strong properties and scent.
- 1 empty spray bottle (1 quart)
- 2 cups distilled water
- ¼ cup vinegar
- 1 teaspoon castile or phosphorous-free dish soap or washing soda
Fill cleaning spray bottle with distilled water. Add vinegar and soap or washing soda. Shake well.
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