I'm big fan of using natural, tried and true cleaning recipes instead of chemicals to get the job done. In addition to using my Norwex cloths, the following recipes featuring vinegar, baking soda, lemon, and essential oils are regularly put to use in our home. They work wonderfully, satisfying my desire for a clean, non-toxic environment. Fizzy Sink Cleaner
1/2 cup baking soda
6 drops lemon essential oil
1/4 cup vinegar
Combine baking soda and essential oil. Sprinkle on sink and pour vinegar on top. Once it stops fizzing, scrub and rinse clean. Toasters and Oven
hot soapy water
baking soda
Wipe down with hot soapy water. Make a paste with baking soda and water to remove tough stains. Rinse away and dry with a soft cloth. Lemon Scented Furniture Oil
1 cup olive oil
20 drops lemon essential oil
Pour both ingredients into a clean, dry bottle and shake well. To use, dab sparingly onto a soft cloth, wipe onto wooden furniture, and buff to polish. Window Cleaner
1 part white distilled vinegar
4 parts water
For a smear-free finish, pour into a spray bottle, spritz onto windows, and wipe away with a microfiber cloth, chamois, or crumpled newspaper.Carpet Stains
Borax
Water
Mix borax and a little water, stirring into a paste. Test on an unexposed area of carpet for fastness, then rub into the stain, allow to dry, and vacuum off the powder. Lemon Dust Cloths
Water
Distilled Vinegar
Lemon Oil or Olive Oil
Dustcloths or rags
Lemons
Air tight jar with screw lid
Make a solution of two parts water, two parts vinegar, and two drops or lemon or olive oil. Soak rags in this solution and wring them out until just damp. Pare the rinds from several lemons and lay a couple pieces on each dustcloth. Roll up cloths and store in an air-tight jar until needed. Wash or boil cloths after each use and re-infuse them with lemon and oil.
2017-03-07
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