Household Cleaners

Making Your Own Household Cleaners

Making your own household cleaners is an easy, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly alternative to store-bought cleaning products. By using simple, natural ingredients, you can create effective cleaners for various surfaces and purposes throughout your home. Making your own cleaners instead of using store-bought products can reduce the number of harmful chemicals in your home and reduce your energy and waste footprint overall.

Types of Household Cleaners

Homemade household cleaners can be made for various purposes, including:

• Dish Soap
• Dishwasher Detergent
• Floor Wash
• General Cleaner
• Laundry Detergent
• Glass Cleaner

Common Ingredients

Most homemade household cleaners can be made from these ingredients:

• Ammonia
• Baking Soda (Sodium bicarbonate)
• Bleach (Sodium hypochlorite)
• Borax
• Castile Soap
• Hydrogen Peroxide
• Oxygen Bleach (Sodium percarbonate)
• Rubbing Alcohol
• Vinegar
• Washing Soda (Sodium carbonate)

Benefits of Homemade Cleaners

• Reducing harmful chemicals: Homemade cleaners typically contain fewer toxic chemicals, making them safer for use around children and pets.
• Cost-effective: Homemade cleaners are often cheaper than store-bought products.
• Customizable: You can tailor the scent and strength of your cleaners to your preferences.
• Environmentally friendly: Using natural ingredients reduces the number of harsh chemicals released into the environment and can help reduce your overall energy and waste footprint.

Safety and Storage

• Always label your homemade cleaners clearly and store them out of reach of children and pets.
• Test cleaners on a small, inconspicuous area first to ensure they won't damage surfaces.
• Avoid mixing different cleaners, as some combinations (e.g., vinegar and bleach) can create toxic fumes.