Sustainable Living
Homemade Cleaning Products
All-Purpose Cleaner with Essential Oils
Surface Cleaner for Granite and Marble
- quart distilled water
- 2 drops of essential oil (choose based on preference; e.g., peppermint for deterring insects)
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Directions: Mix all ingredients in a spray bottle. Shake well before use. Use this solution as an all-purpose cleaner around your home.
- 2 cups distilled water
- 2 tbsp castile soap
- 1-15 drops essential oil (choose based on preference)
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Directions: Combine all ingredients in a spray bottle. Shake gently to mix. This cleaner is safe for granite and marble surfaces but avoid using on carpets.
Simple Homemade Laundry Detergent
Ingredients
Directions
- 1 cup castile soap
- 1 cup baking soda
- 10-20 drops lavender essential oil
- 10 drops lemon essential oil
- 1/2 to 1 cup water (adjust for desired consistency)
mb.khikIn a container, combine the castile soap and baking soda.
- Add the lavender and lemon essential oils.
- Gradually add water while stirring to mix thoroughly. Adjust the amount of water based on how thick or thin you want the detergent.
- Use 1/4 to 1/2 cup per load of laundry, depending on the size and dirtiness of the load.
This homemade laundry detergent is gentle yet effective, using natural ingredients and essential oils for a fresh and clean laundry experience.
Homemade Laundry Softener Options
Vinegar-Based Softener
Epsom Salt and Baking Soda Softener
Ingredients
- 1 liter bottle of white vinegar
- 5 drops rosemary essential oil
- 5 drops lemon essential oil
Directions:
- Pour white vinegar into a 1-liter bottle.
- Add rosemary and lemon essential oils.
- Use 1/4 cup for high-efficiency washers or 1/2 cup for regular washers during the rinse cycle.
Ingredients
- 2 cups Epsom salt
- 1/2 cup baking soda
- 40 drops favorite essential oil (e.g., lavender, tea tree, etc.)
Directions:
- Combine Epsom salt and baking soda in a container with a lid.
- Add your favorite essential oil(s) and shake well to mix.
- Add 2-3 tablespoons to the rinse cycle of each load of laundry.
