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Those harsh chemical cleaners you use to clean your house are bad for your family…

These DIY mom hack cleaners will have your home looking and smelling wonderful, and they are toxin free!

Popularity of DIY non toxic cleaners

DIY cleaners have grown in popularity not only in the recent years, but definitely in the recent weeks. Since my DIY all natural, multi-purpose cleaner with essential oils post has been, and continues to be one of my most popular posts,  I thought why not share a few more DIY cleaners with you too!  It’s no secret that there are many harmful and toxic chemicals in everyday cleaners that we use to clean all areas of our homes. Now that we know the dangers of such products, it is time to swap them out with healthier alternatives that are easy to make and use!

Not just for moms, safe for children as well

These cleaners do not contain any harsh chemicals or toxins, so they are safe for children to use. Children can use these cleaners to engage in Montessori Practical Life exercises that promote care of self and care of the environment. Share the responsibility of cleaning with your children, it teaches them useful and valuable practical life skills that will be useful and valuable in life; just as useful and valuable as academics are. Raising children that are well rounded in a big component of the Montessori philosophy!

Supplies to make DIY cleaners

Most or many of the supplies needed to make these DIY cleaners are common and items that you may already have around your house. You may have a need to purchase things like cloths, glass spray bottles, microfiber cloths or labels.

You guys…this is seriously the JACKPOT of DIY cleaners! Enjoy!

12+ DIY cleaners that will simplify your life

Many of the cleaners listed below call for the use of essential oils.  Essential oils can be researched and purchased from a number of sellers, however I personally only use doTERRA Essential Oils. You can sign up to get doTERRA essential oils at a wholesale price, making them even more affordable!

1. All Purpose Disinfectant Spray Cleaner

In a glass spray bottle, combine:

• 1/2 cup of vinegar
• 1 cup of bottled or distilled water
• 1/4 cup of alcohol free witch hazel
• 5 to 10 drops of Tea Tree essential oil
• 5 to 10 drops of Lemon essential oil

** before spraying your entire counter top with this solution, I recommend testing in a small, inconspicuous area to make sure there are no issues.**

2. Oven Cleaner

In a small bowl, combine:

• 1/2 cup of baking soda
• 1 tablespoon coarse salt
• 1/4 cup of liquid dish soap
• 5 to 10 drops of Lemon or Wild Orange essential oil

Directions:

1. Combine ingredients to make a thick like paste.
2. Apply a heavy amount of the cleaner to the inside of the oven.
3. Allow it to sit for a few hours.
4. Use a damp sponge to clean out the oven.

3. Drain Cleaner

In a small bowl, combine:

• 1/2 cup of baking soda
• 1/2 cup of salt
• 5 to 10 drops of Lemon essential oil

Directions:

1. Pour the baking soda and salt mixture down the drain.
2. Pour 1 cup of vinegar down the drain.
3. Let the mixture to sit and bubble for at least ten minutes.
4. Pour 2 cups of boiling water down the drain.

4. Mirror and Glass Cleaner

In a glass spray bottle, combine:

• 1 1/2 cup of vinegar
• 1/2 cup of bottled or distilled water
• 8 to 10 drops of Lemon, Lime, Grapefruit, Citrus Bliss or Wild Orange essential oil

5. Grout Spray Cleaner

In a glass spray bottle, combine:

• 1/2 cup of baking soda
• 1/3 cup of lemon juice
• 1/4 cup of vinegar
• 5 cups of warm water

**this is the only cleaner that does not use essential oils!**

6. Shower, Bathtub and Toilet Cleaner

In a small bowl, combine:

• 3/4 cup of baking soda
• 1/4 cup of castile soap

Directions:

1. Add 1 tablespoon of water to the mixture and stir.
2. Add 1 tablespoon of vinegar and 10 drops of Lemon essential oil until if forms a paste.
3. Store in an airtight container.
4. Apply to shower walls, bathtub or toilet and let sit for approximately fifteen minutes.
5. Scrub. Then take a wet cloth and wipe the area clean.

7.  Carpet Spot Cleaner

In a glass spray bottle, combine:

• 1 teaspoon of dish soap
• 1 tablespoon of vinegar
• 1 cup of warm water
• 5 to 10 drops of Lemon or Lavender essential oil

8. Wood Spray Cleaner

In a glass spray bottle, combine:

• 1/4 cup of olive oil
• 1/4 cup of vinegar
• 10 drops of Wild Orange or Lemon essential oil

Directions:

1. Shake well before use.
2. Use a microfiber cloth to wipe down wood surfaces. Repeat as needed.

9. Stove Top Cleaner

In a small bowl, combine:

• 1/4 cup of baking soda
• 1/4 cup of table salt
• 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons of water
• 5 drops of Purify essential oil
• 5 drops of Grapefruit essential oil

Directions:

1. Combine all of the ingredients together to make a thick like paste.
2. Spread it over the stove top and burners.
3. Let sit for at least fifteen minutes (or longer for hard to remove stains)
4. Use a wet sponge to wipe off the stove top.

10. Refrigerator and Microwave Spray Cleaner

In a glass spray bottle, combine:

• 1 cup of white vinegar
• 1 cup of hot water
• 15 to 20 drops of Lemon, Grapefruit or Wild Orange essential oils

**I would not use this spray cleaner on the outer surfaces of your refrigerator or microwave.**

11. Natural Stone Cleaning Spray

In a glass spray bottle, combine:

• 1/2 cup of isopropyl alchol
• 1 1/2 cup of bottled or distilled water
• 1/2 teaspoon of castile soap
• 15 drops of On Guard essential oil

** before spraying your entire counter top with this solution, I recommend testing in a small, inconspicuous area to make sure there are no issues.**

12. Reusable Dusting Wipes

NOTE: For these reusable wipes, you will need a cloth of some sort to cut into smaller squares, as well as a glass jar to store them in.

You will need to cut the cloth into at least 5 x 5 squares.

In a large bowl, combine:

• 2 cups of bottled or distilled water
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• 1 tablespoon of vinegar
• 25 drops of Lemon essential oil

Directions:

1. Add all of the ingredients, along with the cut up cloths.
2. Soak the cloths completely.
3. Wring out each cloth.
4. Tightly roll up each cloth and store them in a jar.
5. To dampen before use, add a small amount of water to the cloths.
6. Save the mixture in a container.

To reuse, wash the cloths and follow the directions above to reapply cleaner.

**these can be good for disinfecting surfaces and polishing wood furniture, but can be ideal for removing thicker dust or dust that may be slightly greasy from cooking.**

***As an added BONUS…***

Just a little something extra to complete your list of DIY cleaners! You can thank me later!

Bonus #1

These wipes can be used for almost anything!

Every day cleaning wipes

NOTE: For these cleaning wipes, you will need a roll of paper towels and a container to store them in.

You will need to cut the paper towels in half, that way you can make and use the other half later!

In a measuring up, combine:

• 2 cups of warm water
• 2 tablespoons of fractionated coconut oil
• 3 to 5 drops of On Guard essential oils
• 2-3 tablespoons of On Guard Foaming Hand Wash

Directions:

1. Place the paper towels in a large bowl.
2. Pour the mixture over the paper towels and store in a container.
3. Let it sit for ten minutes.
4. Turn the container over and let it sit for another ten minutes.
5. Remove the center cardboard tube before using.

Bonus #2

I practice yoga, so this one is for all my fellow yogis! Namaste!

Yoga Mat Spray

In a glass spray bottle, combine:

• 3/4 cup of bottled or distilled water
• 1/4 cup of alcohol free witch hazel
• 10 drops of Lavender essential oil
• 10 drops of Tea Tree essential oil

In conclusion

Be sure to check to make sure any of the cleaners will not damage or destroy your particular surfaces before using them on a large area. I hope that you found these DIY mom hack cleaners helpful! You can now keep your family safe by using one or more of these toxin free cleaners! NOW you can thank me! Haha!

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Happy cleaning!