Disclaimer: This is what I use in my home but you should only use ingredients
that you trust and have tested in your home. Test a small spot and
wait a day to make sure no damage occurs. Make sure you familiarize yourself
with the products purchased and follow the safety protocol listed on the packaging.
Laundry: Washing Soda, Baking Soda, Epsom Salt, Sea Salt, Essential Oil
Mix together in a bowl;
1 1/2 cups washing soda
1 1/2 cups baking soda
1/4 cup Epsom salt
1/4 cup sea salt
10-20 drops favorite essential oil
Spoon into an air-tight jar to store and use 1-2 tbsp per laundry load.
Dish Detergent: Baking Soda, Citric Acid, Epsom Salt, Sea Salt, Citrus Essential Oil
Mix together in a bowl;
1 1/2 cups washing soda
1 1/2 cups baking soda
1/4 cup Epsom salt
1/4 cup sea salt
Spoon into an air-tight jar to store and use 1-2 tbsp per load.
Dish Soap: Castile Soap, Tea Tree Oil, Citrus Essential Oil
1/10 water/soap ratio
In a reusable 32oz soap dispenser;
Fill 3/4 with warm water
4 tbsp Castile soap
10 drops of tea tree oil
10 drops of your favorite citrus essential oil
I always add water first so it doesn't turn into a bubbly mess. After adding all of the ingredients, I gently, GENTLY shake the bottle and keep it on my kitchen sink. I use 1-2 pumps to wash dishes and clean my sink.
Glass/Mirror Spray: White Vinegar, Water, Citrus Oil
Mix together in a glass spray bottle;
3/4 cup distilled white vinegar
1 1/4 cups warm water
5 drops of lemon essential oil
Gently shake the bottle before each use to mix ingredients. Spray on the desired surface and immediately wipe away. I use my microfiber cloths but you can also use cotton towels or newspaper for a streak-free shine!
I use this spray for all the mirrors and windows in both my house and car.
Toilet Bowl Cleaner: White Vinegar, Castile Soap
In a bottle, mix together;
1 cup White Vinegar
1/2 TBSP Castile Soap
Pour into the toilet bowl and scrub with a toilet bowl brush.
Sometimes I even pour the ingredients right into the bowl, depending on how I feel that day.
Carpet Spot Cleaner: White Vinegar (Strengthener: Castile Soap)
In a glass spray bottle, add;
distilled white vinegar
Spray vinegar directly to the carpet and scrub with a microfiber cloth until the stain is gone. For stubborn stains, you can add 1 tsp of Dr. Bronner castile soap. Gently shake before spraying to the affected area.
I use this for ANY carpet stains; dirt, food, coffee, red wine, marker, etc. It is amazing that just vinegar alone will lift almost anything! I also use this vinegar spray for cleaning surfaces in our bathroom and cleaning electronic devices. (See below)
Couch Disinfectant: Water, Vinegar, Tea Tree Essential Oil
Mix together in a glass spray bottle;
50% distilled white vinegar
50% water
15 drops of tea tree essential oil
From a foot away, lightly spray the couch and allow it to dry completely before using.
Hard Floor Cleaner: Water, Castile Soap, Essential Oil
Mix together in a bucket or container;
3 cups hot water (if adding to wet jet, I use lukewarm water)
1/2 tbsp castile soap
10 drops of your favorite essential oils (can be a mixture)
*Optional can add 2 cups of distilled white vinegar
I use this mixture when mopping and in our wet jet for our hardwood floors. Multiply the recipe for larger areas.
Sink Cleaner: Dish Soap, Baking Soda
In a clean sink;
Sprinkle baking soda to cover the entire sink, and then drizzle a small amount of dish soap.
Scrub using a designated scrub brush and finish by rinsing the sink with warm water!
I try to do this every night as a part of my clean kitchen reset.
Multi-Purpose Spray: Water, Thieves, Essential Oil
Mix together in a glass spray bottle;
1-2 capfuls of Thieves household cleaner
30 drops of tea tree oil
& the rest filtered water.
Gently shake before each use to mix ingredients, spray on the desired surface and wipe away!
I use this spray on my kitchen counter, tables, sinks, stove-top, and any other surfaces in my home.
Vinegar Spray FOR TOUGHER SURFACES: Castile Soap, Vinegar, Oil
Mix together in a glass spray bottle;
1 tbsp Castile soap
30 drops of tea tree oil
& the rest distilled white vinegar
Gently shake before each use to mix ingredients, spray on the desired surface, and allow to sit for a few minutes, then wipe away!
I use the vinegar mixture for stubborn stains on my stove top, bathtub, and toilet bowl.
Stovetop/Grout Cleaner: (For Stubborn Stains): Baking Soda, White Vinegar
Mix together in a small bowl;
1 tbsp distilled white vinegar
1 tbsp baking soda
*optional- sub hydrogen peroxide for white vinegar for extremely tough spots
Mix together until it makes a thick paste and spread over desired area. Allow to sit for 30 minutes before wiping off completely. If this isn't enough, you can reapply, increase the amount of time, and use a scrub brush to truly ensure a perfect finish.
I use this for stubborn stains on my stovetop and bathtub when my multi-purpose spray isn't enough.
Car Fabric Spray: Vinegar, Water, Lemon Essential Oil
Mix together in a glass spray bottle;
3/4 cup distilled white vinegar
1 1/4 cups warm water
5 drops of lemon essential oil
Gently shake the bottle before each use to mix the ingredients. Spray on the desired surface and immediately wipe away with a microfiber cloth.
I use this spray on my fabric car seats and car ceilings. Make sure you test the spray in a hidden area before using it everywhere.
Car Window Spray: Vinegar
Add Vinegar to a glass spray bottle
Spray onto windows and mirrors, and wipe down with a cloth. I use my microfiber cloths but you can also use cotton towels or newspaper for a streak-free shine!
Mattress & Upholstery Spray (great for dust mites!): Thieves, Essential Oils, apple cider vinegar, filtered water
Mix together in a glass spray bottle;
15 drops of Tea Tree Oil
15 drops of Lemon Oil
A splash of raw organic apple cider vinegar
Fill with filtered water
Gently shake the bottle before each use! Test on a smaller spot before spraying all over the mattress.
Electronic Device Cleaner: Distilled White Vinegar, Tea Tree Oil
Mix in a glass spray bottle;
fill with distilled white vinegar
5 drops of tea tree oil
Spray the mixture onto a cloth and wipe devices clean; never spray directly onto the device.
I use this mixture to clean my phone, iPad, TV, and any other electronic device.
Refreshing Room Spray: Small glass spray bottle, favorite essential oil, witch hazel, OR salt, filtered water.
Mix in a small (4oz) glass spray bottle;
20-30 drops of your favorite essential oil
A splash of witch hazel or a dash of salt
Fill with filtered water
It is definitely a lot of recipes! But I hope that you can save it, print it, and use it as a reference... I know I do! Make modifications if you wish. The best part of DIY is you can truly do what works best for you and your family.
Always, Jess.
L E T ' S B E F R I E N D S!
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