(October 4, 2022) – Many traditional cleaning products on the market today contain toxic ingredients that are harmful to people, pets, and the planet. Alternatively, you can make safe and effective cleaning products at home, and most require only three or four ingredients for a fraction of the cost of traditional products. If you’re shopping for a detergent dispenser, consider a glass bottle to save the planet from more plastic.
Here are some basic recipes from The Simple Life by Julia Watkins or from theecohub.com. Ingredients such as essential oils and castile soap can be purchased at health food stores or online. Please note that all cleaning products must be labeled and stored in a safe place out of the reach of children and pets. For more DIY cleaning recipes, visit the Haddam Sustainability Council Facebook page.
All-Purpose Cleaner 1. In a spray bottle, mix equal parts water and distilled white vinegar. If desired, add 10 drops of lemon or orange essential oil. Not suitable for granite or marble countertops or wood floors.
All-purpose cleaner 2. In a spray bottle, mix 1 cup of water and 1 tablespoon of liquid castile soap. If desired, add a few drops of your favorite essential oil. Can be used on all surfaces.
Waste water purifier. Pour ½ cup of baking soda and 1 cup of distilled white vinegar down the drain and wait a few minutes. (You will see a chemical reaction here!) Then pour the boiling water down the drain.
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Post time: Oct-19-2022