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Natural cleansers are not inferior to the usual in efficiency, but do not harm the health and the environment. All about green cleaning in our article!
Tip:
Replace the washing powder with baking soda. Simply add some baking soda to the detergent compartment in the washing machine and wash as usual.
Key points:
- Dissolve the residue of soap in water with the addition of soda, and you will get a natural dishwashing detergent
- Mustard is great for washing oily dishes
- Clear and restore the shine of windows and mirrors can be, wiping them with a solution of vinegar
Any housewife, who loves and cares about her home, has plenty of cleaning products in stock. Choosing detergents, we think about the possible negative impact of dust, dirt and mold on our health – it’s so important to keep the bathroom, kitchen and the floor clean!
But will natural household cleaners cope with the task of cleaning the apartment? Of course they will! Here are a few ideas on how to use natural cleansers to maintain cleanliness in your home.
Remember, when using new cleaning products, it is important to follow the instructions on the labels and observe the safety rules when mixing different ingredients.
Clean the kitchen!
A good alternative to a dishwashing detergent is the usual natural soap and soda. Instead of throwing out small pieces of soap, put them in a bottle and fill with water. If you add baking soda to the resulting liquid, you get a natural cleanser, which you can wash even the dirtiest dishes. The same composition can wash the floor or plastic surfaces.
To wash the dishes of fat, use a plain mustard: apply a little on the sponge and rub. In a few moments, there will be no trace of dirt.
The work surface and cutting boards can be wiped with a 5% vinegar solution. It not only disinfects, but also struggles with mold and viruses.
Washing clothes
Did you know that instead of washing powder you can use ordinary soda? Pour half of the standard pack of soda into the washing machine and wash as usual.
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How to clean the bathroom with natural cleansers?
For washing glass surfaces, you can use a 5% solution of vinegar, which is most conveniently sprayed with a spray gun. And do not be disturbed by the unpleasant smell – for an hour in the bathroom, there will be no trace of it, as well as harmful chemicals.
Bath and sink can be cleaned by mixing liquid soap with half a glass of baking soda and a few drops of antibacterial essential oil (eg lavender or tea tree oil).
To get rid of grayish and yellowish deposits of mineral salts, cover the surface with a cloth impregnated with vinegar, leave for 30 minutes, then rinse.
Living room and windows.
Since baking soda is an absorbent with a deodorizing effect, it is suitable for cleaning carpeting. Just put soda on a fresh stain, for example, from wine, leave for a couple of hours (preferably at night) and vacuum. Soda also neutralizes unpleasant odors.
Windows and mirrors are very convenient to wipe with vinegar – they are not only well cleaned, but remain shiny much longer. Simply dilute the vinegar with water and apply to the surface with a paper towel and then dry it.