How to Make a Multi-Surface Bathroom Cleaner

Save yourself the price tag of a costly eco-cleaner and opt for a DIY bathroom cleaner instead.

Containing natural ingredients and orange essential oil, you’ll want to use this homemade bathroom cleaner all over your home!

There’s been a surge in eco-friendly cleaning products on the market recently. Some come as little bottled concentrates that you top off with water and shake to use. 

Others arrive in beautiful, refillable aluminum bottles ready to be spritzed straight from the box. 

And these cleaners are all awesome, let me say that. They’re so good for your home, your health, and the environment!

But what if you can’t afford an eco cleaner’s price tag? They tend to come with a more enormous bill than conventional cleaners. 

What if you want to clean the healthier way with 100% natural ingredients, but you can’t afford to?

Well, at last, help is here. 

I’m all for cost-saving and doing what’s best for my home and family; I love sharing my DIY recipes – so you can do the same!

In this post, I’ll explain a homemade bathroom cleaner recipe which works just as well as leading chemical-laden cleaners but doesn’t drench you in toxins. 

It’s also way cheaper than some of the eco ‘trendy’ cleaners out there, and you can make it as often as you want and still refill the same bottle. 

Visit this post’s ‘recipe’ section to go straight there, or read on to discover some benefits of DIY bathroom cleaners.

What is homemade bathroom cleaner?

A homemade bathroom cleaner is a cleaning solution made from scratch using natural ingredients only. 

It’s designed as an ‘all purpose’ cleaner that can be used on most surfaces, such as the vanity, toilet bowl and tub. 

This easy bathroom cleaner contains essential orange oil which, unlike the fresh fruit, does not contain citric acid, making it safe on marble and granite surfaces.

However, you’ll need to make sure they are pure without any adders or fillers. I’d check with the manufacturer just be be sure!

Otherwise, feel free to clean your entire bathroom with this fantastic homemade solution!

(But do a patch test first to be safe…)

why make your own multi-purpose bathroom cleaner

• Health: Your health really matters, as does your family’s health. Using a natural DIY bathroom cleaner is the safest way to eliminate unwanted chemicals in the home. 

• Money savings: By making your own homemade bathroom cleaner, you’re certainly saving dollars on buying expensive branded options. 

• Fun: Making your own DIY products is enjoyable and hugely satisfying. And why stop at bathroom cleaners? Consider making your own floor cleaners, upholstery sprays, and stain removers too!

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how to make a bathroom cleaner

Follow along with me, and you’ll have your own homemade bathroom cleaner in a few steps. Plus, there’s no waiting around; you can use it right away!

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup (8 oz) of 70% rubbing alcohol 
• 1/2 cup (8 oz) of distilled water
• 6 drops of orange essential oil

Instructions: 

1. Measure the water and rubbing alcohol into the correct quantities and add to a 16 oz glass spray bottle. 

2. Add in the essential oils.

3. Secure the spray nozzle and shake well before use. Spray on any bathroom surface that needs cleaning and wipe over with a dry microfiber cloth. 

4. Add a label to your bottle so you know what’s inside it for next time!

I suggest doing a patch test the first time you use this cleaner to ensure it’s suitable for your bathroom.

homemade cleaners for bathroom

Tips

• Add liquid soap to clean your tub better! This is an optional step. What you could do, if you like, is squeeze a dollop of liquid soap into the tub and then spray the bathroom cleaner on top, and wipe it over together. 

Remember to give your tub a good rinse afterward to remove any soapy residue, avoiding a slippery surface. For extra dirty tubs, consider using a tub & shower scrub.

• Consider using other citrus essential oils if you don’t like orange oil. You could substitute this for lemon, clementine, or lime essential oil as some alternatives.
• This is a multi-purpose cleaner, so you can use it on other parts of the home too. Think kitchen surfaces and kids’ bedrooms as some ideas! 

Or maybe you’re a bit selective (like me, haha) and love to have different cleaners for different rooms?

 If so, try making an all-purpose house cleaner!

• Always use this homemade bathroom cleaner with a microfiber cloth. This means you’ll get a streak-free finish and the best clean all around. 

Microfiber is fantastic for removing grime from around faucets (particularly dust and dirt particles) and works great with this homemade bathroom cleaner. 

Storage

This homemade bathroom cleaner will store nicely in the bottle for up to 6 months if you keep it out of sunlight and away from heat sources. 

Remember to give this cleaner a good shake each time before every use.

This ensures the oils are well mixed with the alcohol, and you get a good, even consistency when it sprays from the nozzle. 

I hope you enjoy making this homemade bathroom cleaner. I love this recipe as it’s so easy to make and use. 

Consider checking out one of these posts for more household cleaning recipes!

• Homemade toilet cleaning bombs
• Foaming toilet cleaner
• How to unclog a bathroom sink
• How to make a daily shower cleaner