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Ditch chemical cleaners and embrace natural, homemade solutions to keep your home sparkling clean while being kinder to the environment.
**All-Purpose Vinegar Cleaner**
A versatile cleaner for kitchen counters, bathrooms, and more.
**Ingredients**:
- 1 cup white vinegar
- 1 cup water
- 10 drops lemon essential oil (optional for scent)
- A spray bottle
**Steps**:
1. Mix the white vinegar and water in a spray bottle.
2. Add the lemon essential oil, if desired, for a fresh scent.
3. Shake well before each use.
4. Spray on surfaces and wipe with a clean cloth.
**Benefits**:
- Vinegar naturally cuts through grease and grime.
- Lemon essential oil adds a pleasant aroma and has antibacterial properties.
**Baking Soda Scrub**
Perfect for sinks, bathtubs, and stubborn stains.
**Ingredients**:
- 1/2 cup baking soda
- 1-2 tablespoons water
- Optional: 5 drops tea tree essential oil
**Steps**:
1. Mix the baking soda and water in a bowl to create a thick paste.
2. Add tea tree oil for additional antibacterial properties, if desired.
3. Apply the paste to the area you want to clean and scrub with a sponge or brush.
4. Rinse thoroughly with water.
**Benefits**:
- Baking soda is a gentle abrasive that removes stains and odors.
- Tea tree oil boosts cleaning power with its antimicrobial properties.
**Glass and Mirror Cleaner**
Achieve streak-free shine with this simple solution.
**Ingredients**:
- 1/2 cup white vinegar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tablespoon rubbing alcohol
- Optional: 5 drops lavender essential oil
**Steps**:
1. Combine the vinegar, water, and rubbing alcohol in a spray bottle.
2. Add lavender essential oil for a pleasant scent, if desired.
3. Shake well and spray onto glass or mirrors.
4. Wipe with a clean microfiber cloth for a streak-free finish.
**Benefits**:
- Rubbing alcohol evaporates quickly, leaving surfaces spotless.
- Vinegar and water dissolve dirt and grime effectively.
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