Do it Yourself Cleaning Products

Natural Home - Do it Yourself Cleaning ProductsBy [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Jessica_Ray]Jessica Ray
I have put together a list of recipes so you can make your own inexpensive yet effective household cleaners. Although I specify certain essential oils, please feel free to substitute my suggestion with your personal favorite. I also recommend experimenting to find the best mixtures to get the best results, these recipes are an approximation that may need adjusting.

Kitchen Cleanser - You will need Baking Soda and Lemon essential oil. PREP: Fill a plastic flip top or stainless steel shaker (like the kind you use for powdered sugar) halfway with baking soda. Add 15 to 20 drops of essential oil. Stir and add more baking soda until it reaches the top of the shaker. Secure the lid, cover with a dry dish rag and shake well to mix. TO USE: Sprinkle on counters or in sinks, then wipe with a damp cloth or cellulose sponge. Rinse well. Don't use too much or you'll need to keep rinsing and wiping.
Floor Cleaner - You will need Distilled White Vinegar, Filtered Water and Lemon essential oil (optional). PREP: Fill a clean 16oz. squirt bottle with equal amounts vinegar and water. Add 15 - 20 drops essential oil and mix. TO USE: Squirt on the floor and wipe with a clean rag or mop. This cleaner can be used on finished wood, ceramic tile and vinyl.
Tub & Tile Cleaner - You will need 1 2/3 cups baking soda, 1/2 cup liquid soap (Dr. Bronners works really well), 1/2 cup filtered water and 2 TBLS. distilled white vinegar. PREP: Mix baking soda and liquid soap in a bowl. Dilute with water and add the vinegar. Mix with a fork until any lumps are gone and the mixture has a pourable consistency (you may need to add more water). Pour into a clean 16 oz squeeze container (the kind with the squirt flip top lid. Shake well before using; keep the lid tightly closed to prevent mixture from drying out. TO USE: Squirt on tub, tile, sink or toilet bowl and scrub. Rinse well. If any baking soda residue remains, rinse with a mixture of vinegar and water and next time use a little less baking soda in the recipe.
Glass Cleaner - You will need 1/4 cup distilled white vinegar, 1/2 cup liquid soap, 2 cups filtered water. PREP: Mix soap and water in a clean 16oz spray bottle then add the vinegar . Shake well. TO USE: Spray on windows and either squeegee off or wipe with a paper towel. Once you have cleaned your windows a couple of times, omit the soap (which removes the waxy residue left behind by conventional cleaner) and switch to 1/2 cup vinegar mixed with 2 cups of water.
All Purpose Cleaner - You will need 2 TBLS distilled white vinegar, 1 tea White Borax (available at grocery stores in laundry aisle) 16oz HOT , filtered water, 1/4 cup liquid soap. PREP: Mix vinegar and borax in a clean 16oz spray bottle. Fill with water and shake until the borax has dissolved. Add the liquid soap, shake to mix again. TO USE: Simply spray and wipe.
I have been cleaning my home with these recipes for many years and have yet to purchase any conventional cleaning products other than eco friendly laundry detergent. I would love to hear about your results. Please visit http://greenmomhappymom.com to let me know how your cleaning is going.
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