10 All-Natural, Homemade Cleaning Solutions to Scrub Every Inch of Your Home

The next time you have a sink to scrub or a window to wipe, no need to run to the store: just raid your cupboards and mix up a homemade cleaning solution. Everyday products like club soda (the bubbles help break down stains by loosening grime), vinegar (the acidity inhibits the growth of bacteria and prevents mold and mildew from forming), and even vodka (a proven germ eliminator) make for fast, cheap, and effective homemade cleaners. They're natural, too.

These DIY cleaners include everything from a homemade all-purpose cleaner to a natural glass cleaner and a solution for grimy hardwood floors. We have the ingredients you need—chances are, you already have most of them—plus the steps for mixing up the cleaning solutions and using them.

Homemade or natural cleaning solutions use simple chemicals and ingredients to remove grime, deodorize, and, in some cases, even disinfect surfaces. They're great for making surfaces look sparkling-clean. Still, if you're trying to disinfect or sanitize a surface, you may be better off turning to a store-bought disinfectant (preferably one approved by the FDA to kill bacteria and viruses) to ensure you've removed any harmful entities. For every day cleaning, though, these homemade solutions might be just what you need.

What's the shelf life of homemade cleaners? Most natural, DIY cleaning solutions can last up to a month. But some ingredients (like hydrogen peroxide) lose their potency more quickly. Your best bet is to mix up enough for only a onetime use.

Ready to start mixing and cleaning? Take a look at our cleaning recipes below, organized in one convenient chart, or read on for a full breakdown of each recipe.

1-Homemade All-Purpose Cleaner With Essential Oils

This homemade cleaning solution is all-purpose for most surfaces, except for glass.

What you’ll need:

• 3/4 cup water
• 1/4 cup rubbing alcohol
• 5 to 10 drops peppermint, lemon, or orange essential oil
• 1 squirt natural dish soap
• 16-ounce spray bottle

How-to:

1. Pour all the ingredients into the spray bottle. Shake well.
2. To use, spray onto the surface and wipe with a microfiber cloth.

Recipe by Melissa Maker

2-Homemade All-Purpose Lemon Degreaser

This cleaning solution works on all surfaces except for wood. 

What you’ll need:

• 2 cups water
• 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon Dr. Bronner’s Castile Soap
• 1 tablespoon baking soda
• 24-ounce spray bottle

How-to:

1. Pour all the ingredients into the spray bottle. Shake well.
2. To use, spritz onto a surface and wipe with a microfiber cloth.

Recipe by Linda Cobb

3-Homemade Vinegar and Vodka Disinfectant

This is an all-purpose cleaner, safe to use on all surfaces.

What you’ll need:

• 1/2 cup white vinegar
• 1/2 cup unflavored vodka
• 10 drops lemon essential oil
• 10 drops lavender essential oil
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 24-ounce spray bottle

How-to:

1. Pour all the ingredients into the spray bottle. Shake well.
2. To use, spray surface and let sit for 10 minutes to disinfect. Wipe clean with a microfiber cloth.

Recipe by Becky Rapinchuk

4-Homemade Glass Cleaner

With five simple ingredients, you can make a natural glass cleaner for all your smudge- and streak-destroying needs.

What you’ll need:

• 2 cups water
• 2 tablespoons white vinegar
• 2 tablespoons rubbing alcohol
• 5 drops peppermint essential oil
• 24-ounce spray bottle

How-to:

1. Pour all the ingredients into the spray bottle. Give it a little shake to combine.
2. To use, spray onto a microfiber cloth and apply to the surface.

Recipe by Becky Rapinchuk

5-Homemade Chrome Cleaner

You do not want to wipe down your chrome surfaces with just any cleaning solution. This homemade one (and a little buffing) will leave your chrome surfaces shining.

What you’ll need:

• 2 cups water
• 1/2 teaspoon Dr. Bronner’s Castile Soap
• 3 tablespoons white vinegar
• 24-ounce spray bottle

How-to:

1. Pour the ingredients into a 24-ounce spray bottle. Shake well to combine.
2. To use, spray onto chrome surface. Let sit for 10 minutes. Wipe with damp cloth and buff with a dry cloth.

6-Heavy-Duty Kitchen Cleaning Solution

For big kitchen messes, you need a strong cleaning tool—but, thanks to this natural cleaning solution, you don’t have to resort to too-strong cleaning agents.

What you’ll need:

• 1/4 cup natural dish soap
• 1/4 cup baking soda
• 5 drops clove essential oil
• About 3 drops of water
• Mixing bowl

How-to:

1. Mix all the ingredients in a bowl.
2. To use, apply the solution to the surface using the gritty side of a double-sided kitchen sponge; scrub. Wipe up with a wet cloth.

Recipe by Melissa Maker

7-Homemade Sink Cleaning Solution

If your sink is in need of a good scrub, try this powerful, all-natural blend.

What you’ll need:

• 2 cups baking soda
• 10 drops clove essential oil
• 10 drops lemon essential oil
• 1 squirt Dr. Bronner’s Castile Soap
• A few drops of water
• Butter knife
• Airtight container

How-to:

1. Mix the baking soda with the essential oils using a butter knife. Store in an airtight container.
2. To use, sprinkle the mixture over the sink surface, then add a squirt of soap and a few drops of water. Scrub with a nylon-bristle brush. Rinse thoroughly.

Recipe by Becky Rapinchuk

8-Homemade Shower Cleaner

For a natural cleaner for your shower, look no further than this simple blend.

What you’ll need:

• 1/4 cup baking soda
• 1 cup water
• Microwave-safe bowl
• 24-ounce spray bottle

How-to:

1. Mix the ingredients in a microwave-safe bowl and heat for 30 to 60 seconds. Pour into spray bottle.
2. To use, spritz onto shower surfaces and let sit for 3 to 5 minutes. Wipe clean with a microfiber cloth.

Recipe by Debra Johnson

9-Homemade Mold and Mildew Cleaner

This natural mixture will get rid of mild mold and mildew problems without the use of harsh chemicals.

What you’ll need:

• 2 cups water
• 2 teaspoons tea-tree oil
• 1/4 cup baking soda
• 24-ounce spray bottle

How-to:

1. Pour the water and tea-tree oil into the spray bottle. Shake well.
2. To use, heavily spray moldy areas with the solution. Let sit for 24 hours.
3. Once 24 hours have passed, pour 1/4 cup baking soda into a small bowl and gradually spritz it with the solution until a gluelike paste forms.
4. Apply the paste to the moldy surface using a clean toothbrush and scrub. Rinse.

Recipe by Linda Cobb

10-Homemade Hardwood Cleaner

This homemade, natural cleaning solution for hardwood floors is just the trick to get those boards gleaming again.

What you’ll need:

• 1/2 cup white vinegar
• 1 gallon warm water
• 2 to 3 drops lemon essential oil
• 2-gallon bucket

How-to:

1. Mix all the ingredients in a 2-gallon bucket.
2. To use, dip a mop head into the bucket and wring it out well, so that it is barely damp. Apply to floors and repeat.

 Recipe by Becky Rapinchuk

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VARIOUS USES OF MOUTHWASH

Mouthwash contains alcohol and essential oils, it can be a multi-purpose tool for the home. 
 1. Hand sanitizer and deodorizer

If you've just been chopping garlic and can't get rid of the smell, simply apply some mouthwash to your hands. Let it dry for some time before rinsing. This should be effective since mouthwash was actually made to fight odors.

2. Deodorant

Ran out of deodorant? Use mouthwash as a quick fix. Apply it to a ball of cotton wool and dab it under your arms to reduce the odor of sweat.

3. Piercing after-care

Use mouthwash instead of a saline solution after you've got a new piercing, dabbing the area with a few drops to prevent infections. 

4. Treat cuts and scrapes

Apply some mouthwash to your cuts or scrapes before wrapping them in a bandage. This will act as an antiseptic, preventing infections. It has also been said that mouthwash can even prevent a bruise from forming by applying it to the affected area.

5. Keep dandruff at bay

Our scalp contains antimicrobial compounds that contribute to the formation of dandruff. Mouthwash does a pretty good job at killing them though - just apply 1 tablespoon of clear mouthwash to the scalp after washing your hair with shampoo, massage it in, and then condition as usual.

6. Cure blisters

Reach for mouthwash when you have a blister. Dab it with a few drops once a day to see it vanish in no time. This can both numb the pain and speed the healing process.

 7. Relieve Poison Ivy inflammation

Mouthwash can help relieve inflammation and itchiness brought about by Poison Ivy. Applying mouthwash to the affected area will ease the pain, and help it dry faster.

8. Facial astringent

Surprisingly enough, you may also use mouthwash for facial care, as it can act as a toner. Pour some onto a piece of cotton wool and use it to wipe your face after cleansing it.

9. Treat Athlete's foot

Athlete's foot can be quite an annoyance for some. Applying mouthwash to it every day is an easy way to reduce its symptoms. 

10. Fight nail fungus

 If you suffer from nail fungus and your nails are developing a yellow tinge, make a 50/50 combination of mouthwash and white vinegar to treat it. Apply the mixture to your nails either by using it with a piece of cotton wool 2-3 times a day, or by soaking your nails in it for 15 minutes 3-4 times a week.

 11. Disinfect your toothbrush

Your toothbrush contains the perfect conditions for germs to live and grow. Dunk it into a glass of mouthwash every now and then to keep germs away as much as possible.

12. Clean the toilet

You could use expensive toilet cleaning products to make your toilet spotless, or you could use mouthwash. Pour 1 cup in the toilet bowl and leave it for 30 minutes. Then, using a toilet brush, clean the toilet. 

13. Sanitize laundry

When you're doing the laundry, you may want to add 1 cup of mouthwash to your load, and wash as usual. This will help make the washing more effective, eliminating any traces of odor-causing bacteria from the fabric's fibers.  

14. Polish tiles

 If your tiles are losing their shine, reach for your mouthwash. Make a mixture of 2 cups water and 1/2 a cup mouthwash, and using a sponge, wipe the tiles - this will help clean away bacteria and dirt found on the surface of the tiles.

15. Keep humidifiers clean

Add 1 or 2 spoonfuls of mouthwash with the water when cleaning your humidifier, so the next time you switch it on, you'll prevent bacteria from spreading.

 16. Glass cleaner

 Mouthwash is probably the best alternative to glass cleaning products. It is just as effective, and will leave your glass smelling minty clean.   

17. Prevent cat pee

Use mouthwash in areas where your cat may likely pee, such as a rug or carpet. Combine 1 cup of water and 3 tablespoons of clear mouthwash and spray it on the area (be mindful that colored mouthwash may leave a stain). The minty smell should keep your cat away.

18. Save plants

 Indoor plants are prone to getting sick with fungus or mildew. It could help to spray them with a mixture of 1 part mouthwash and 3 parts water to keep this from happening.

19. Keep flowers fresh

Save your bouquet of flowers from wilting quickly by using mouthwash here too. When you place your flowers in a vase, pour some mouthwash in the water to prolong their freshness (the recommended amount is 2 tablespoons per gallon).

 

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