TIPS & TRICKS
A go-to list of everything you really need when cleaning your home. All those chemicals in the cleaning products at the shops are full of harmful chemicals. If we can’t put it on our skin, then why put it on the surfaces we eat off of, bath in, and sit/sleep on?
- Soda bicarbonate
- Such a great cleaner because it is so versatile. It can be used as a strong acidic cleaner that has abrasive qualities (great for scrubbing and cutting through the ick). It can also be used as a neutralising product, great for absorbing smells. Soda bicarbonate is perfect be used for cleaning rugs & carpets, absorbing odours in the fridge, cleaning sinks, the list can go on and on.
- Vinegar
- White vinegar can ve used to clean just about anything. Its strong acidic quality helps to break down grime and bacteria.
- Lemons
- Squeeze lemon juice in your soapy water solutions. It helps cut through grease as well as provides a nice fresh lemony smell. You can also grate a few lemons and add the zest to baking soda. Its perfect for sprinkling all over your carpets and it will leave a nice fresh scent.
- Essential oils
- I always add a few drops of essential oils to my mop bucket when I mop the floors. The lovely scent of lily or jasmine smell wonderful. I also add it to my baking soda mixture when cleaning carpets or soft furnishings. I think I go a little crazy with essential oils. I put a few drops on anything and everything.
- Soap
- The base to any cleaning solution. Whether your washing the dishes or cleaning the refrigerator, a few drops of soap in warm/hot water does wonders.
- Bleach
- Sometimes you just need the strong stuff.
- Newspaper
- An old trick but still works its magic. When cleaning your mirrors and glass use warm soapy water and dry/polish with newspaper. I don’t know why it works but it always leaves a streak free shine.
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