Specialty Cleaning Hacks. Practical Tips And Recipes

This non-toxic cleaner works for all kinds of surfaces like the cat litter box, glass windows and mirrors.
¼ cup lemon juice
1 cup hydrogen peroxide
2 cups water
Instructions:
Mix everything together and pour into a spray bottle.
Note: You can add 1/2 cup of this mixture into your laundry water to whiten clothing.

¼ cup white vinegar
1 quart warm water
Instructions:
Use a rag to scrub down the walls with this solution.
Remove black marks by scrubbing with baking soda.

This is a daily all-natural spray you can use to wipe down your yoga mat each time you use it.
1 cup warm water
3 cups white vinegar
8-12 drops of lemongrass, eucalyptus or lavender essential oil
Instructions:
Combine the ingredients in a spray bottle then shake to mix well.
Spray the solution generously over the surface of the mat and leave it on for a few minutes.
Wipe off the cleaner with a wet sponge or cloth then rub down the mat with a soft dry washcloth or towel.
Allow the mat to dry before rolling it up.

1 cup vinegar
4 cups water
Instructions:
Use a rag or sponge to scrub the affected areas with this solution.

Remove household odors with natural air freshener that you can use in the bathroom, on carpets and on most fabrics.
6 ounces filtered water
1 ounce gin or vodka
30 drops of essential oil (jasmine, peppermint or any of the citrus oils)
Instructions:
Mix the ingredients in a spray bottle.
Spray in the room as needed for instant freshness.
This mixture can last for a month.

Here are a few non-toxic remedies for removing rust from appliances, kitchenware, tools and other objects in your home. Dry every item thoroughly after removing rust.

Instructions:

1. Aluminum Foil & White Vinegar: Dip aluminum foil in the vinegar then use it to scrub away rusted areas.

2. Vinegar Soak: Soak the rusty items (such as tools) in vinegar for a few hours or overnight. The rust will simply drop off.

3. Lime & Salt: Sprinkle a little salt on the rust then cover with freshly squeezed lime juice. Let it soak for about 3 hours then scrub off the rust with the lime rind.

4. Water & Baking Soda: Make a thick paste of baking soda and water. Apply the paste on the rust then scrub with an old toothbrush.

5. Dish Soap & Potato: Cut the potato in half then dip the cut end in dish washing soap. Now use this soaked end to scrub away the rust. Cut off the rough potato layer and reapply dish soap at brief intervals. This works well for old loaf tins.

1 cup white vinegar
2 cups warm water
Instructions:
Use a rag or mop to scrub your floors with this solution.
Do not rinse off.
Note: Do not use on wooden floors.