Natural Cleaners For Your Household
The first sign of sunlight and fresh air makes everything look and feel new, our energy is replenished and we want to put ourselves to good use. That's when we kick cleaning mode into high gear and our homes get a full on pampering spree.
When Spring is in the air, so is spring cleaning! That familiar citrus scent
we love so much. The only problem is that with all of the potent
chemicals used in cleaning products these days, we are exposed to many
health hazards.
Frequent use of store bought cleaners can cause serious
illness immediately or cause long term effects. Why bother with the risk
when you can make your house immaculate with home made solutions?
Go green this spring with chemical free cleaning tips, here are some suggestions:
Microwave
The inside of the microwave is always a pain to clean - it's grimy,
it's smelly, it's hard to wipe clean with dried pasta sauce everywhere.
For a quick fix, mix two tablespoons of baking soda in a bowl of water
and use with a cloth to wipe down the interior.
Food Residue
We love our dishwashers for
reducing the stress of our household chores during the week, but after a
while a build up of food can accumulate inside. To remove all food
residue from the dish racks run the washer empty with a cup of white
vinegar. Voila, sparkling clean!
Odor
Vanilla extract works wonders as a
cleaning solution particularly for refrigerators. Using a fresh sponge
or paper towel, wipe down the inside walls, shelves, and drawers of your
fridge. Artificial vanilla extract is better to use than natural if you
have the choice due to its potent scent.
Furniture
All of the ingredients you need to polish your furniture are right in your kitchen cupboard.
Mix half a cup of lemon juice with one cup of olive oil. and stir well.
Use the solution liberally on a soft cloth to wipe down coffee tables,
kitchen tables, cabinets, etc.
 Courtney Gilmour | |
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Courtney is a published writer, stand-up comic, and shameless Internet enthusiast. She holds a double bachelors degree in English Literature and Communication Media Studies, specializing in semiotic theory, however she doesn't get Shakespeare and has never won a game of Scrabble. Currently she lives in Toronto and works as a writer for WOMAN.CA. | |
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