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Homemade All Purpose Cleaner

Instructions on how to make your own all-purpose cleaner with natural ingredients.

ELIMINATING TOXINS

Nicole

11/2/20251 min read

yellow lemon fruit beside clear glass bottle
yellow lemon fruit beside clear glass bottle

🌿 All-Natural Vinegar-Based Cleaner

A safe, effective, and eco-friendly cleaner made from simple household ingredients. Perfect for floors, countertops (avoid natural stone), windows, fabrics, and more — all without harsh chemicals.

✨ Benefits

Distilled White Vinegar

  • Naturally breaks down grease, grime, and mineral deposits

  • 100% biodegradable and non-toxic

Odor Remover

  • Neutralizes odors (for skunk or strong smells, place bowls of vinegar around the room)

Dishwasher Aid

  • Removes water spots and acts as a natural rinse aid

Window Cleaner

  • Cleans glass surfaces without streaks

Fabric Softener & Stain Remover

  • Naturally softens clothes and lifts stains

Garbage Disposal Freshener

  • Freeze vinegar in ice cube trays and drop cubes into disposal to clean and deodorize

Air Freshener

  • Combine vinegar with a few drops of essential oil in a spray bottle to freshen rooms

🧼 Step-by-Step Instructions

Option 1: Infused Vinegar Cleaner (Citrus + Herbs)

  1. Add half a lemon or orange to a 16 oz mason jar.

  2. Fill the rest of the jar with white pine needles, rosemary, or other herbs of your choice.

  3. Pour distilled white vinegar to the rim of the jar.

  4. Seal tightly and store in a cool, dark place for 4–6 weeks.

  5. Shake or swirl the jar once a week to mix the infusion.

  6. When ready, strain the liquid and pour it into a spray bottle.

🧴 Use as a multi-purpose cleaner for most surfaces (except natural stone or marble).

Option 2: Quick Essential Oil Cleaner

  1. Mix 1 cup distilled white vinegar with 1 cup water in a spray bottle.

  2. Add 10–15 drops of your favorite essential oil (e.g., lemon, lavender, or tea tree).

  3. Shake gently before each use.