Homemade Cleaning Products

Looking for a way to keep your home clean without contributing to the demise of the environment? There are other solutions besides those available on your supermarket shelf.

Here are three recipes for homemade, eco-friendly, cleaning products that are sure to leave your home sparkling from top to bottom:

Window Cleaner

In a spray bottle, combine:
1 tablespoon of white vinegar
1 tablespoon of lemon juice
1 cup of rubbing alcohol 
1 cup of water

Use this solution to clean windows, mirrors and chromed surfaces. 

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All-Purpose Cleaner

In a spray bottle, combine:
1 cup of white vinegar
1 cup of water

Use this solution to clean your entire kitchen and bathroom, including the floors. To get rid of really tough stains, simply heat-up the mixture in the microwave. Spray the warm solution onto the stain and let stand for 15 minutes, then scrub and rinse.

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Wood Polish

In a bottle, combine:
1/2 cup of lemon juice
1 cup of olive oil

Mix well and pour a few drops onto a rag. Use to polish all your wood furniture.