DIY Cleaning Products: How To Make Amazing Ones Easily At Home

There are several reasons why you may want to make your own cleaning products at home. First, DIY projects can be entertaining to do. It can be a great way of unwinding and learning a thing or two about basic science. Second, some homemade cleaning products can be so much cheaper than the detergents sold in the store. This can help you save hundreds of dollars from your shopping budget. Finally and most importantly, DIY cleaning products tend to be so much safer than the commercial chemicals many people use. 

DIY Cleaning Products Essentials

Here are some of the key products you need to make effective cleaning detergents. Note that you may not need all of these ingredients in some recipes.

Baking Soda

Baking soda is one of the best ingredients for cleaning products. It works so well with grease, proteins, and other kinds of dirt. The multipurpose powder can be used to make different floor scrubs, laundry detergents, and other types of cleaning products. It’s also very affordable.

White Vinegar

White vinegar is a versatile cleaning ingredient that can be used in the kitchen, living room, and even the bathroom. It combats mold, soap scum and dissolves scale.

White vinegar is pretty easy to buy but cleaning material suppliers usually package it at different concentrations. It’s, therefore, vital to read the label and get the right concentration before making your purchase.

Essential Oils

Essential oils will come through for you when doing laundry and cleaning your rooms. They give clothes and sheets a refreshing scent that’s just enough to elevate your mood but not too much to become uncomfortable. 

Some of the most popular essential oils used in cleaning products are lavender, tea tree, lemongrass, orange, and eucalyptus.

Hydrogen Peroxide

Hydrogen peroxide is a safer alternative to chlorine. It’s much gentler yet every bit as effective.

Borax

Borax makes cleaning floors or clothes with oil and grease so much easier.

Containers

You need clean containers to store your natural detergents. Some of these detergents are very long-lasting, so you may want to get a bigger jar. 

It’s crucial to get a container that is not holding any other chemical. This is to prevent chemical reactions that could turn your perfectly safe natural detergents into toxic chemicals.

Besides a storage container, you’ll also need a sprayer bottle to clean your windows and some surfaces more conveniently. 

Homemade Detergents Recipes

Recipe 1

Here are some easy but effective recipes for making natural detergents:Recipe 1 

This is the perfect alternative to expensive laundry detergents:

• You’ll need 1 bar of laundry soap and a single cup of each of the following;  a cup of borax, washing soda, and oxygen bleach. 
• Grate the bar of soap and mix all the ingredients in a jar. That’s it! 

Wear rubber gloves while grating the bar soap to avoid unnecessary accidents. And remember to store your detergent in a sealed jar.

Recipe 2

Recipe 2 teaches you how to make a gentle kitchen cleaner and deodorizer:

• You’ll only need two materials here; 1 quart of warm water and 4 tablespoons of baking soda. 
• These materials can be mixed to make a solution or used independently. It all comes down to what you are cleaning.

For instance, if you want to get rid of a foul odor coming from your garbage disposal or the drainage, pour the baking soda directly from the box. To clean stainless steel and deodorize surfaces, the paste is more effective. Just apply a bit of the solution on a damp cloth and gently rub the stainless steel or surface. Make sure to rinse afterward.

Recipe 3

This recipe is for glass cleaners:

• The ingredients needed are 2 cups of water, ¼ cup of 70% rubbing alcohol, ½ cup of white vinegar, and 1 to 2 drops of essential oils (orange). 
• Mix the ingredients and pour them into a spray bottle. 

The detergent works really well, leaving your windows looking crystal clear. It can also be used on mirrors but don’t spray it directly from the bottle. Put it on a soft cloth and use the cloth to rub the mirror.

Recipe 4

This is an all-purpose cleaner with an alluring scent:

• You’ll need ¾ cup of hydrogen peroxide, ½ cup of white vinegar, 1 teaspoon of liquid castile soap (unscented), 10 and 20 drops of tea tree and lavender essential oils, respectively, and 2 cups of water.
• Mix the ingredients and store them in a spray bottle. This detergent is used for general household cleaning. 

Everyone needs to consider switching from chemical-based detergents to natural alternatives. These products are amazing and not just because they are safe but also due to how affordable they are.