Homemade Household Cleaning Products
With Waste Action Maleny
HERE are five recipes for general household cleaning products that are easy to make and inexpensive. These reduce packaging waste, especially plastic, eliminate the use of harsh chemicals, and save money.
Mold/Mildew Cleaner
Put vinegar into a spray bottle. Spray, leave for an hour, wipe off with warm water. Optionally, add 15 drops of clove (or tea tree) oil to the vinegar, spray, leave 2 hours, spray again, then wipe clean.
Floor Cleaner
In a large bucket, mix 4 litres of water, ½ cup vinegar, 1 tsp biodegradable dishwashing liquid (check label), & a few drops of lemon essential oil. You can mop most floors with this (not hardwood).
Glass Cleaner
Mix ½ bucket of water with ½ cup of vinegar. Use newspaper or clean soft rags to clean and dry the glass.
All-purpose Cleaner
Mix 1 cup biodegradable dishwashing liquid with enough bicarbonate soda to make a paste. This cleans most surfaces, including sinks, showers, baths, and tiles.
Furniture Polish
In a spray bottle, mix 2 cups of water, ¼ cup vinegar, 2 tablespoons olive oil, and 3 drops citrus essential oil. Spray onto cloth and wipe.