We can reduce the amount of toxic chemicals in our household, and save money, by making our own green cleaners out of simple ingredients. Baking soda, vinegar, and lemon are a few of the simple ingredients needed to make your own household cleaners.
All-purpose cleaners:
Option 1
- 4 tablespoons baking soda
- 1 quart warm water
Dissolve baking soda in water. Apply with sponge. Wipe clean.
Option 2
- 1 teaspoon plant oil-based liquid soap
- 1 quart warm water
- A squeeze of lemon
Combine ingredients in small bucket. Apply with sponge. Wipe clean.
Option 3
- 1/4 cup vinegar
- 2 teaspoons borax
- 3 1/2 cups hot water
- 1/4 cup liquid dish soap
In a 32-ounce spray bottle, mix vinegar, borax and water. Add soap last.
Visit Dakota County’s website for more recipes and more information.