Since my children have their own chores that they are required to do each day and since many of those chores require some sort of cleaning product, I decided that it would be safer and more cost effective to make my own. So here is what we use:
All Purpose Cleaner
- Undiluted vinegar (I have recently learned that undiluted vinegar is more effective at killing germs and bacteria than diluted..."whooda thunkit" :-))
- Spray Bottle
- Lavender Oil (optional...but worthwhile for the nice smell)
You can also use the vinegar to mop your floors, even hardwood. About 1 cup of vinegar to 1 gallon of warm water will clean your floors nicely....and don't forget to hit your floors with a mop and clean water after to rinse the surface.
Hydrogen Peroxide
I buy a big container of hydrogen peroxide and squirt it around the bottom of the toilets, on counter tops in the bathroom and on mirrors. It is very effective, non-toxic, stain remover, cheap and, if left on the surface long enough, it will sanitize the area. As a side note, it is also extremely effective at removing stains on white clothes.
Cleaning Showers and Mildew: Just leave the peroxide on for a while, rinse the area and repeat if necessary.
Happy Cleaning!
I use these homemade cleaners too. Personally, I like to add geranium or lemon essential oil to cover the vinegar smell. My husband likes it better also.
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