Homemade Green Recipes for Household Cleaning
Roots & Shoots
May 2008
Window & Glass Cleaner
- Glass surfaces & mirrors: Add equal parts vinegar and water to spray bottle. Use old newspaper for a streak free finish.
- Windows: Add one drop of liquid dish soap to 3 litre pail of warm water. Apply to windows and remove excess water with squeegee.
Soft Scrub
For Kitchen & Bathroom
Spray surface with all-purpose cleaner solution (see below) and sprinkle baking soda over the area to be cleaned. This paste creates a great scouring power for heavily soiled surfaces.
All-Purpose Cleaner
In a 32oz spray bottle, add the following:
- ¼ cup white vinegar
- 2 teaspoons borax
- 3½ cups of hot water
- 20 drops of your favourite essential oil
- ¼ cup vegetable oil based soap
Floor Cleaner
Add to your bucket of warm water:
- 1/8 cup liquid soap (liquid castile soap is best)
- ¼-½ cup white vinegar or lemon juice
- ½ cup peppermint tea (it has anti bacterial properties)