#1 Scented All-Purpose Cleaner
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup White vinegar
- 1 cup Water
- Lemon
Combine all the above ingredients together in a spray bottle. Let it infuse for roughly ONE week before using it.
It is a great solution for hard water stains, smudges and clearing odour. However, do not use this on granite material.
#2 Cleaner and Deodorizer for Kitchen
Ingredients:
- 4 tbsp baking soda
- 1 cup warm water
Baking soda is a good solution to cleaning your kitchen counter-tops, stove and sinks. To remove stains and restore shine to your appliances, simply mix the baking powder with water to form a paste and use a cloth to wipe your appliances. Then, rinse and let it dry.
#3 DIY Glass Cleaner
Ingredients:
- 2 cups of water
- 1/2 cup white vinegar
- 1 – 2 drops essential oil (For aroma)
Combine these ingredients into a spray bottle. Use a cloth to clean your windows. For mirrors, spray the solution on a towel or paper towel first before wiping.
#4 Home-made Brass Cleaner
Ingredients:
- White vinegar or lemon juice
- Table salt
To clean your cabinet pulls or bathroom accessories, use a sponge and dip it in vinegar or lemon juice. Then, sprinkle salt on it and rub over the surface. After that, rinse it with water and dry with a soft cloth.
#5 Clothing Stain Remover
Ingredients:
- 1 gallon hot water
- 1 cup powdered dishwasher detergent
- 1 cup regular bleach
To treat stained white clothes, mix the above ingredients in a bowl. Then, soak the clothing inside this solution for roughly 15-20 minutes. Then wash the clothes as per normal.
#6 Marble Cleaners
Ingredients:
- 2 drops mild dishwashing liquid
- 2 cups warm water
This cleaner is good for cleaning natural stone counter-tops. Use a sponge to clean your counter-top and take a dry cloth to remove the residues on the counter-top. (Do not let the surface air-dry on its own) Avoid using acidic ingredients on natural stone materials.
Now, its time for you to try these simple home-made cleaners at home! So if one day you find that your daily cleaners have run out, put these DIY ideas into good use!