If you have taken the time to examine the warning labels on common household cleaners, the statements can be frightening. Harmful, even fatal side effects can occur if these products are improperly used – with kids and pets and the busyness of life, having these products in your home can lead to stressful health situations. Here, we have detailed some non-toxic natural home cleaning solutions that will keep your home sparkling and your family safe.
Powerful, Non-toxic Cleaning Remedies
Vinyl and Linoleum Floors: Mix 1 cup distilled white vinegar and 3 drops of baby oil in 1 gallon of water. Use sparingly on linoleum, being careful not to saturate the flooring.
Toilet Bowl Cleaner: Mix 1/4 cup baking soda and 1 cup white vinegar. Pour into the toilet bowl, let soak for 5 minutes, scrub with cleaning brush, and rinse clean.
Tile Grout Mold: Mix 1 part hydrogen peroxide with 2 parts warm water. Scrub the mixture on moldy areas; let sit for one hour and rinse.
Sink, Tub, Shower, and Coffee Pot Cleaner: Rub in baking soda with a damp sponge or cloth and rinse clean. For tougher jobs, wet surfaces with vinegar and scrub in baking soda as a scouring powder. Vinegar can damage tile grout, so use mindfully without scrubbing or etching grout away.
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