I’m
a
bit
of
a
clean
freak,
but
I’m
also
the
type
of
person
who
likes
to
know
exactly
what’s
in
the
products
I
use
around
the
house.
If
you’re
like
me,
you’ve
probably
found
yourself
staring
at
the
ingredient
list
on
a
store-bought
cleaner
and
wondering,
“What
on
earth
is
all
this
stuff?”
hard
to
feel
good
about
cleaning
when
you’re
worried
about
what’s
in
the
bottle,
right?
That’s
why
I
decided
to
try
my
hand
at
making
my
own
natural
all-purpose
cleaner.
And
guess
what?
It’s
not
just
super
effective,
it’s
also
incredibly
simple
and
easy
on
the
wallet!
DIY
Natural
All-Purpose
Cleaner
This
DIY
Natural
All-Purpose
Cleaner
is
perfect
for
those
who
want
a
clean
home
without
worrying
about
harmful
chemicals.
It’s
made
with
simple,
safe
ingredients
you
probably
already
have
at
home,
and
it’s
just
as
effective
as
commercial
cleaners.
With
a
fresh
scent
from
essential
oils,
this
cleaner
is
versatile
enough
for
the
kitchen,
bathroom,
and
even
floors.
Not
only
is
it
budget-friendly,
but
it’s
also
eco-friendly,
making
it
a
great
choice
for
those
looking
to
reduce
their
environmental
impact.
Prep
Time5
minutes
Yield:
1
16-ounce
spray
bottle
-
1
16-ounce
glass
spray
bottle -
1
Glass
measuring
cup -
1
Funnel
(optional,
for
easier
pouring)
-
2
cups
cups
distilled
water -
3–4
tablespoons
pure
liquid
castile
soap
(such
as
Dr.
Bronner’s) -
20
drops
essential
oil
(lemon,
sweet
orange,
or
preferred
blend)
-
Prepare
the
Ingredients:Measure
out
2
cups
of
distilled
water
into
a
glass
measuring
cup. -
Add
the
Castile
Soap:Pour
3–4
tablespoons
of
pure
liquid
castile
soap
into
the
water.
Adjust
the
amount
based
on
how
strong
you
want
the
cleaner
to
be. -
Add
Essential
Oils:Drop
in
20
drops
of
your
chosen
essential
oil.
Lemon
and
sweet
orange
are
excellent
for
cutting
through
grease,
while
tea
tree
and
eucalyptus
offer
antibacterial
benefits. -
Mix
the
Solution:Stir
the
mixture
gently
to
combine
the
ingredients. -
Transfer
to
Spray
Bottle:Use
a
funnel
to
pour
the
mixture
into
your
glass
spray
bottle.
Secure
the
lid
tightly
and
give
it
a
good
shake.
Label
your
spray
bottle
and
store
it
in
a
cool,
dark
place.
Shake
well
before
each
use.
For
Stubborn
Spots:
Spray
the
cleaner
and
let
it
sit
for
a
few
minutes
before
wiping
it
away
to
help
lift
tougher
stains
and
grime.
For
Custom
Scents:
Mix
and
match
essential
oils
to
create
your
own
signature
scent.
Lavender
and
peppermint
are
great
choices
for
a
calming
and
refreshing
aroma.
Shelf
Life:
This
cleaner
will
last
about
a
month
if
stored
properly.
If
you
notice
any
changes
in
smell
or
appearance,
discard
and
make
a
fresh
batch.
Why
Go
Natural
with
Your
Cleaning
Products?
I’ll
be
honest,
making
the
switch
wasn’t
entirely
my
idea.
My
partner,
Nik,
used
to
work
for
a
big
consumer
goods
company
and
was
all
about
using
the
products
they
sold.
The
problem?
Those
products
were
loaded
with
chemicals.
I
started
noticing
I
was
getting
headaches
while
cleaning,
and
my
skin
was
always
irritated.
It
was
only
when
I
read
more
about
the
potential
health
risks
associated
with
phthalates
and
other
chemicals
that
I
decided
to
take
matters
into
my
own
hands.
The
first
time
I
made
my
own
cleaner,
I
was
skeptical.
Would
it
work
as
well?
Spoiler:
It
did,
and
then
some.
Now,
I
can’t
imagine
going
back.
I
feel
great
knowing
that
I’m
not
exposing
myself,
my
family,
or
my
pets
to
anything
harmful.
Plus,
the
fresh,
natural
scents
are
way
more
pleasant
than
that
harsh,
chemical
smell!
Customize
Your
Cleaner
for
Different
Areas
One
of
the
best
things
about
making
your
own
cleaner
is
how
easy
it
is
to
customize.
Here
are
a
few
of
my
favorite
variations:
Kitchen
Cleaner
For
the
kitchen,
I
love
using
a
combination
of
lemon
and
sweet
orange
essential
oils.
They’re
both
great
at
cutting
through
grease,
and
the
citrusy
scent
is
so
refreshing!
I
also
add
an
extra
tablespoon
of
castile
soap
for
those
extra
greasy
spots
around
the
stove.
Bathroom
Cleaner
the
bathroom,
I
switch
things
up
a
bit.
Eucalyptus
and
tea
tree
oil
are
my
go-tos
here
because
they
have
natural
antibacterial
and
antifungal
properties.
They
help
prevent
mildew
and
leave
the
bathroom
smelling
like
a
spa!
Floor
Cleaner
If
you
have
hard
floors,
you
can
use
this
same
cleaner
in
your
mop
bucket.
Just
add
a
bit
more
water
and
a
few
extra
drops
of
your
favorite
essential
oil.
Your
floors
will
be
clean
and
your
house
will
smell
amazing!
Benefits
of
Making
Your
Own
Cleaner
Making
your
own
cleaner
isn’t
just
about
avoiding
harsh
chemicals.
There
are
a
few
other
perks
too:
-
It’s
Cost-Effective: The
ingredients
for
this
cleaner
are
inexpensive
and
last
a
long
time.
I
can
make
multiple
batches
for
the
cost
of
one
store-bought
cleaner. -
It’s
Eco-Friendly: By
reusing
the
same
spray
bottle
and
using
biodegradable
ingredients,
you’re
cutting
down
on
plastic
waste
and
doing
your
part
for
the
planet. -
It’s
Safe: No
more
worrying
about
what’s
in
your
cleaning
products
or
accidentally
inhaling
toxic
fumes.
FAQs
Final
Thoughts
I
hope
this
inspires
you
to
give
DIY
cleaning
a
try.
It’s
not
only
simple
and
cost-effective
but
also
a
great
way
to
know
exactly
what
you’re
using
in
your
home.