THE 6 BEST HOMEMADE HOUSEHOLD PRODUCTS

Homemade household products are an excellent ecological and economical alternative to commercial products. They can be just as effective in cleaning, disinfecting and maintaining your home.

Here are some of the best homemade household products that you can easily prepare:

ALL PURPOSE CLEANER

• Ingredients:  White vinegar, water, a few drops of lemon or lavender essential oil to perfume.
• Preparation:  Mix one part white vinegar with one part water in a spray bottle. Add the essential oils.
• Use:  Ideal for cleaning kitchen and bathroom surfaces and windows.

BATHROOM DESCALER

• Ingredients:  Baking soda, white vinegar.
• Preparation:  Sprinkle baking soda on the surfaces to be cleaned, then spray white vinegar on them. Leave it on for a few minutes before rubbing.
• Use:  Effective for removing limescale and soap residue from taps, tiles and shower screens.

FLOOR CLEANER

• Ingredients: Hot water, white vinegar, a few drops of essential oil of your choice.
• Preparation:  Mix 1/2 cup of white vinegar in a bucket of hot water. Add essential oils to perfume.
• Use: Perfect for cleaning non-wooden floors, leave a fresh scent without streaking.

SCOURING PASTE

• Ingredients:  Baking soda, water.
• Preparation: Mix baking soda with a little water to form a paste.
• Use: Use this paste to scrub difficult surfaces like oven interiors, cooktops, and sinks.

NATURAL DEODORANT

• Ingredients: Water, rubbing alcohol (or vodka), essential oils of your choice.
• Preparation: Mix 1 cup of water, 1 cup of rubbing alcohol, and 20-30 drops of essential oils in a spray bottle.
• Use:  Spray into the air to freshen up any room in the house.

GLASS CLEANER

• Ingredients: White vinegar, water, rubbing alcohol.
• Preparation: Mix 1/4 cup white vinegar, 1/4 cup rubbing alcohol, and 2 cups water in a spray bottle.
• Use: Spray on windows and wipe with a microfiber cloth or newspaper for a streak-free finish.

These homemade household product recipes are not only effective and easy to prepare, but they are also more respectful of the environment and your health than many commercial products. Remember to always test products on a small area before using them extensively, especially on delicate surfaces.

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