Car Cleaning Tips for the Chemically Conscious
Whether you’ve used an open car transport service or you’ve got a long daily commute, cleaning your car is work. This chore is even more difficult if you’re trying to live a chemical free life. Here are some toxic free ways to get the job done without exposing you and your family to all the stuff found in most cleaners.
Car Dash & Interior Door Panels
Add the Household Cleaner to a Spray Bottle and fill the bottle almost to the top with water.
Spray dash and interior panel surfaces, then wipe dry with an anti-lint cloth.
Supplies:
- 1 Capful of Thieves Household Cleaner
- Distilled Water
- 16 oz Glass Spray Bottle
- Anti-lint Cloth
Glass & Mirrors
Add the first 3 ingredients to the spray bottle. Then fill the bottle almost to the top with water.
Spray any glass surface and wipe clean with a dry anti-lint cloth.
Supplies:
- 1 Capful of Thieves Household Cleaner
- 5 Drops of Lemon EO
- 1 Tsp White Vinegar
- Distilled Water
- 16 oz Glass Spray bottle
- Anti-lint Cloth
Vehicle Seats
Add the household cleaner to the spray bottle, then fill with water.
To clean spots on fabric seats: Spray the spot with the cleaner mixture and then blot clean with a white cloth. Repeat as necessary.
For Leather or Vinyl car seats: Spray seats with the cleaner mixture and wipe with an anti-lint cloth. For mild stains – Apply Thieves Aromabright Toothpaste to the spot then gently rub with a soft brush. Wipe away clean. Repeat as necessary.
Supplies:
- 1 Capful of Thieves Household Cleaner
- Distilled Water
- 16 oz Glass Spray Bottle
- Thieves Aromabright Toothbrush
- Soft Bristled Scrub Brush
- Anti-lint Cloth
Interior Carpet
For small stains: Spray spot with carpet spot remover and blot clean with a white cloth. Repeat as necessary.
To make your carpets springtime fresh: Mix all ingredients in a bowl then pour into the glass shaker bottle. Gently shake onto carpet and vacuum.
Carpet Spot Remover:
- 1 Capful of Thieves Household Cleaner
- Distilled Water
- 16 oz Glass Spray Bottle
Carpet Freshener:
- 1 1/2 Cups Baking Soda
- 10 Drops of Thieves or Citrus Fresh
- Glass Cheese Shaker Bottle
Exterior Car Wash
For exterior wash: Add 1/4 – 1/2 Cup Thieves Household Cleaner to a bucket of water. Wash with a microfiber cloth.
Headlight Cleaning
Dingy headlights can really cause issues if you drive a lot at night, especially in the winter months. Here’s an easy and chemical free remedy you can do right in your driveway. Put a small amount of toothpaste on a damp sponge and rub on the headlight for a few minutes. Wipe off excess and buff with a dry cloth.
Supplies:
- Thieves Aromabright Toothpaste
- Damp Sponge
- Dry Cloth
