homemade all purpose cleaner
This is a recipe that I have been using to clean our home for over 6 years now. I use it for cleaning pretty much everything.
The tea tree oil is anti-bacterial without being toxic. It is a bit of an initial outlay, but as you only use a few drops, it lasts for years. It also gives everything a wonderful clean smell.
For tougher marks, sprinkle a damp rag with bicarb soda and wipe over surfaces until stains and tough grime is gone. A little goes a long way. You don’t need much, otherwise a powdery residue will be left. Follow with a spray of the all purpose cleaner below and a wipe down with a cloth.
All purpose cleaner
3 Parts Water
1 Part Vinegar
a few drops of vegetable based detergent (optional)
a few drops of tea tree oil (or other pure essential oil with anti-bacterial properties such as eucalyptus, Manuka, rosemary, thyme, lemon myrtle, lavender etc. Don’t use cheap synthetic oils, they don’t work.)
Mix all ingredients in a spray bottle and shake well. Use as a spray and wipe on any surface.
To customise the scent, use your favourite pure essential oils. Mix and match to get that perfect smell (although I admit, I use citrus oils as they tend to be cheaper).
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