Homemade granite countertop cleaner is so easy to make, safe on natural stone, and works great! You'll love this easy way to clean your granite countertops without using harsh chemicals or abrasives. This post was updated on December 16, 2022 Homemade granite cleaner A homemade granite countertop cleaner is an easy way to keep your kitchen looking great. It will also save you money on expensive store-bought cleaners. Homemade granite cleaner is made with ingredients that are safe … [Read more...]
Deodorize Garbage Disposal
Get rid of that smelly kitchen skink odor by deodorizing your garbage disposal. These hands-free garbage disposal cleaner tabs are especially effective drain odor eliminators for all things drain! Cleaning out the garbage disposal is probably not on your long list of to-do's, am I right? But, unfortunately, while there are many things to think about, cleaning the garbage disposal isn't one of them! However, no one wants to deal with garbage disposal smells either. So I came up with some … [Read more...]
How to Make a Homemade Shower Cleaner
Homemade cleaners are often cheaper and better for the environment. They're also safer because they contain fewer chemicals. Here is my favorite DIY shower cleaner, made with non-toxic ingredients that work great for soap scum and hard water stains. This post was originally published on August 27, 2019. You don't have to spend a fortune on cleaning products anymore. In fact, there are many homemade recipes that are just as effective as store-bought ones. It is now easier than ever to … [Read more...]
Homemade Stain Remover
Whether you need to make a homemade stain remover on the fly or are trying to remove an old stain from furniture, walls, and even upholstery, these simple, low-cost recipes are the perfect hacks for you. This post was originally published August 7, 2020 Stain removers are not exactly at the forefront of our minds, so most of us don't usually have an array of stain removers in our homes ready to deploy at a moment's notice. The good news is that you can DIY your own stain remover with … [Read more...]
DIY All-Purpose House Cleaner
It's high time we make a natural house cleaner. Using natural cleaning products is a great way to save money, reduce hazardous environmental waste and is a much safer choice than using cleaners with potentially harmful chemicals. This simple 3 ingredient DIY all-purpose house cleaner uses only safe and sustainable ingredients. This post was originally published in August 2019 It has been over nine years since I began incorporating natural products into my home and daily routine. Starting … [Read more...]
Shoe Deodorizer DIY
Let's face it, shoes can get stinky real quick, and it can be embarrassing. In this post, you will find 3-simple shoe deodorizer DIY hacks to keep your shoes smelling fresh and clean. How to Eliminate Shoe Odor The number one reason shoes retain a foul odor is from them getting wet. The problem: keeping your shoes dry is next to impossible, with sweaty feet and our shoes being the first thing that hits the ground when we go outside in the elements. Your feet contain over 250,000 … [Read more...]
Leather Shoe Care
Caring for leather shoes can be done at home with a couple of simple ingredients. Learn how to remove stains, clean and shine your leather shoes easily, without any special tools. Proper leather shoe care is often overlooked, but when done, your shoes will last you many years. How to Care for Leather Shoes If you have leather shoes or boots, you most likely paid a little extra for them and want to be sure to take good care of them. A good pair of leather shoes can last you a … [Read more...]
DIY Reusable Cleaning Wipes
Save money while living more sustainably with these DIY cleaning wipes. Reusable cleaning wipes are gentle, safe, and non-toxic. Reuseable Cleaning Cloths It is hard to believe how many disposable wipes/paper towels we could go through in a day—wiping down tables and chairs after mealtime, cleaning countertops, disinfecting bathroom vanities and toys, or even removing makeup. I know it's not practical to live without waste, but I try to do my best to make products that are either … [Read more...]
How To Clean Wood Stove Glass
Learn how to clean your wood stove glass and keep it clean with all-natural products and a little elbow grease. Plus, tips to keep the glass from turning black in the first place! Imagine relaxing in front of your wood-burning stove on a cold, dark winter's night with a good book in hand. The beautiful fire is crackling, the warmth radiating off the stove. But something is missing, those dancing orange flames that complete the experience are hidden behind a thick layer of black soot. … [Read more...]
Homemade Leather Sofa Cleaner
Learn how to conditioner leather and clean it with this homemade leather sofa cleaner and conditioner. Leather is a very strong, durable, and flexible material made out of animal hide. In my opinion, it is one of the best furniture options in a house with kids. For one, leather generally stays a little cleaner than cloth furniture and when it does get dirty, it is easy to clean and condition. If you have a leather sofa that has seen better days, no sweat. A simple solution of … [Read more...]
All-Natural Daily Shower Cleaner with Essential Oils
I love using a DIY all-natural daily shower cleaner with essential oils in between deep cleans to reduce the mineral build-up (from our hard water), soap scum, and grime. Not to mention, this cleaner is completely rinse-free; spray it on and walk away. This homemade daily shower cleaner uses ingredients you most likely already have on hand. I do like to add in essential oils for additional effectiveness and scent, though they are not required. This recipe is entirely toxin-free and easy … [Read more...]
Carpet Cleaner DIY | How To Get Stains Out Of Carpet
Making your own carpet cleaner just got easier with this simple carpet cleaner DIY and carpet stain remover treatment. If you have little ones or pets in the home, having a carpet cleaner or spot treatment on hand is a must. We have tile, hardwood, and carpet throughout our house. The carpet is limited to the bedrooms and basement since those are fewer traffic areas. I do like carpet, but I think it has its place. Before kids, I remember our first apartment had a light-colored, … [Read more...]
Castile Soap Uses and Benefits
Castile soap is a natural vegetable-based soap that can be used in skincare and cleaning products! Learn everything you need to know about castile soap, its uses, and its benefits. I have to admit; I am mildly obsessed with castile soap. The soap is found in many of my DIY's as well as almost all of my homemade cleaners. It is very concentrated, and even though only a couple of tablespoons are usually needed to make most products, I buy the stuff by the gallon! It is definitely one of … [Read more...]
Homemade Grout Cleaner
Restore your old dirty grout back to its original color with this natural grout cleaning recipe. Homemade grout cleaner made with baking soda and hydrogen peroxide is one of the best ways to remove stains and brighten grout. Deep cleaning grout is not something that needs to happen every day, but over time, dirt and grime will eventually build up on the rough grout finish turning it into a dark, unnatural color. At this point, a good grout cleaning should be in order. Of course, … [Read more...]
Homemade Foaming Toilet Cleaner
Do you need to clean those toilet bowl stains? This simple 2 ingredient homemade foaming toilet bowl cleaner is just the thing to clean your toilet quickly and naturally. If I had to guess, you probably don't love cleaning your toilet. However, it is something that has to be done fairly regularly, especially if you live in a house of boys as I do. I like to keep things easy and natural over here and cleaning my toilet is no exception. Most of the time, I use my toilet cleaning bombs … [Read more...]
Trash Can Deodorizer
Whether it is an outside garbage can or kitchen trash, try these effective tips, tricks, and hacks to eliminate trash can odors. Plus, a homemade trash can air freshener recipe for a long-lasting fresh scent. Trash cans are inevitably going to smell. And unless you live in the rural midwest where leaving your garbage can at the end of the road with a bungee cord holding the lid down is common practice, the smell can be a bit of a dampener. Or even worse is the kitchen trash can. No one … [Read more...]
Homemade Dusting Spray
Learn how to make homemade dusting spray with only 3 ingredients. This dusting spray is simple to make, effective, and all-natural. I have been making my own cleaners for almost 10 years now. The switch to all-natural products was easy and I was so impressed with how well they worked. I am one of those people that actually enjoys cleaning, and letting go of my beloved bleach and Windex wasn't easy for me. Swapping the toxin-filled conventional products with either homemade or natural … [Read more...]
Homemade Liquid Dish Soap
Learn how to make all-natural dish soap with this simple 3-ingredient recipe. This homemade dish soap cuts grease, suds up, and cleans effectivity. When I made my first dish soap, it wasn't necessarily something I planned to do. It was more like, uh, I ran out of dish soap and need it right now to finish these dishes kind of thing. I essentially mimicked my foaming hand soap but added in a little vinegar, citrus essential oils and made a spray out of it. I knew lemon could help cut … [Read more...]
DIY Anti-Mold Spray
This DIY anti-mold spray is a must-have for the bathroom and kitchen. With all-natural ingredients, you can keep mold and mildew at bay. Made with vinegar and essential oils to kill mold, this spray will leave any space smelling fresh and clean. Everyone needs a bottle of homemade mold and mildew spray in their house. Mold and mildew will inevitably creep into small places and corners in the kitchen, bathroom, or other damp, humid, or wet rooms. I love using essential … [Read more...]
Springtime Cleaning | Simple To-Do List
The weather has warmed up and it is time for spring cleaning. Follow along as I show you how I do my deep cleaning with all-natural DIY cleaners. Plus, simple spring cleaning tips and checklist to make your cleaning day even easier. SPRINGTIME CLEANING I love the spring weather! It is wonderful to open the windows and let the house air out from all the winter germs. As soon as the weather warms up, you will find me deep cleaning the house with springtime diffuser blends going and … [Read more...]
