Clean Your Home Safely with These 5 Natural Recipes for Moms (Sierra Club)

Hey there, mamas! Are you tired of using harsh chemicals to clean your home? Do you cringe at the thought of your little ones crawling around on chemically-treated floors? Well, fear not, because natural cleaning is all the rage these days!

Not only is it better for the environment, but making your own natural cleaners can also save you some serious cash. So put on your DIY hat and get ready to whip up some easy-peasy recipes for a sparkling clean home that won't harm Mother Nature or those precious babes of yours. Let's get green and mean, ladies!

1. All Purpose Citrus Cleaner

Ingredients:

-1/2 cup of food-grade hydrogen peroxide

-1/2 cup of fresh lime juice

-1/2 cup of fresh lemon juice

-2 cups of water

Instructions:

1. In a measuring cup, pour 1/2 cup of food-grade hydrogen peroxide.

2. In a separate container, squeeze out 1/2 cup of fresh lime juice and 1/2 cup of fresh lemon juice.

3. Add the juices to the measuring cup containing the hydrogen peroxide.

4. Mix well to combine.

5. Take a spray bottle and fill it with 2 cups of water.

6. Pour the mixture in the spray bottle.

7. Close the lid of the spray bottle and shake well to mix everything.

8. Your all-natural all-purpose cleaner is ready to use!

Note: The mixture contains citrus juices that can potentially bleach out some surfaces. Test the cleaner on a small patch before using it on larger surfaces. Also, keep the mixture away from direct sunlight and use it within a week to ensure maximum freshness.

2. All-Purpose Lavendar Cleaner

- 2 cups water

- 1/2 cup white vinegar

- 10 drops of Lavendar essential oil

Mix all ingredients in a spray bottle. Shake well before use and spray on surfaces to clean.

3. Glass Cleaner

- 1 cup water

- 1 cup white vinegar

- 1 tablespoon cornstarch

- 5-10 drops of essential oil (optional)

Mix all ingredients in a spray bottle. Shake well before use and spray on glass surfaces. Wipe clean with a microfiber cloth.

4. Olive Oil Furniture Polish

- 1/2 cup olive oil

- 1/4 cup white vinegar

- 10 drops of essential oil (optional)

Mix all ingredients in a spray bottle. Shake well before use and spray onto a cloth. Use the cloth to polish wooden furniture.

5. Organic Bathroom Cleaner

- 1 cup baking soda

- 1/2 cup white vinegar

- 1/4 cup organic liquid dish soap

- 10 drops of essential oil (optional)

Mix all ingredients in a spray bottle. Shake well before use and apply to bathroom surfaces. Let it sit for a few minutes and then scrub with a sponge or brush before rinsing.

So, there you have it, mamas! You don't have to settle for harsh and harmful chemicals to keep your homes clean. By using natural cleaners that are biodegradable, you can protect both your family and the environment without sacrificing cleanliness. From vinegar to baking soda, these ingredients are affordable, effective, and safe to use. So why not give them a try? Your home (and Mother Nature) will thank you for it! Now go forth and clean green like the badass mama you are!