Ready to start cleaning naturally? Want to ditch the toxins and save some moolah? Here are all the DIY cleaning recipes you’ll ever need!
I’ve compiled a quick and easy list of natural cleaning recipes you can use to clean every area of your home (organized by category, of course!). That way you have everything you need in one place.
Scary Stats about Toxic Cleaning
So *why* go natural? Honestly, the stats about toxic cleaning products are pretty freaky. Check this out:
• 1 out of every 3 chemical cleaning products contains ingredients known to cause human health or environmental problems1
• Commercial cleaning companies are under no legal obligation to research how their products might harm human health.
• The EPA ranks poor indoor air quality among the top five environmental risks to public health.
Interestingly, five out of 10 Americans are not aware of this fact.*
• The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) found the levels of air pollution inside the home can be two to five times higher (and sometimes even 100 times higher) than outdoor levels.*
• An EPA study concluded that the toxic chemicals in household cleaners are 3 times more likely to cause cancer than outdoor air.2
• A study comparing women who work ouside the home with women who work at home , found a 54% higher risk of developing cancer in women who work at home. The study concluded that this is a direct result of the chemicals in household products.3
This is why I lean toward natural options whenever I’m choosing cleaning products for my house — and seriously, most of these products can be made at home without spending a fortune or putting your health at risk. *thumbs up*
Supplies:
This is not a complete list, but here are some of the main supplies you need on hand to become a natural cleaning pro:
- Glass spray bottles
- Essential Oils
- Vinegar
- Baking Soda
- Natural sponges
- Hydrogen peroxide
- Lemon juice
- Microfiber cloths
- Wool dryer balls
And without further delay, here’s the complete list of cleaning recipes. Enjoy! 🙂
All Purpose/General Natural DIY Cleaning Recipes
1. All Purpose Cleaner Without Vinegar
2. DIY Glass Spray Bottle and All Purpose Cleaner Recipe
4. Infused Vinegar Recipes for Cleaning
6. Homemade Dusting Spray and Wood Polish
7. DIY Mint Glass Cleaner Recipe
8. Homemade Liquid Hand Soap (2 ways)
9. Easy Homemade Foaming Hand Soap
Kitchen Natural Cleaning Recipes
10. DIY Granite Counter Cleaner
11. Homemade Stainless Steel Cleaner
12. How to Sanitize Your Wooden Cutting Boards Naturally
14. How to Naturally Clean Your Dishwasher
16. Homemade Dishwasher Detergent (without borax)
17. Non-Toxic Dishwasher Detergent
Bathroom Natural Cleaning Recipes
18. DIY Natural Bathroom Cleaner
19. DIY Toilet Bowl Cleaner Recipe
20. Anti-Mold Bathroom Cleaner Spray
21. Citrus and Lavender Toilet Fizzies
22. Homemade Toilet Bomb Fizzies
23. Homemade Bathtub Scrub Recipe
24. DIY Daily Shower Cleaner Spray
Floors/Carpet Natural Cleaning Recipes
25. Multi-Surface Floor Cleaner Recipe
27. Homemade Floor Polish Recipe
29. Homemade Carpet Deodorizer
Laundry Natural DIY Cleaning Recipes
30. Natural Borax-Free Laundry Detergent Recipe
31. Homemade Powder Laundry Detergent
32. Homemade Natural Bleach Recipe
33. Natural Fabric Softener Alternatives
34. Homemade Linen Ironing Spray
35. How to Make Wool Dryer Balls
More Natural Living Recipes:
- DIY Lemon Citrus Vinegar Cleaner Recipe
- Homemade All-Purpose Cleaner Recipe without Castile Soap
- Natural Strawberry Banana Soap Recipe
- Homemade Yogurt Soap Recipe for Skin Health
- Half and Half Milk Soap Recipe with Turmeric
- Oatmeal Cinnamon Soap Recipe
- What does it mean to be a crunchy
TC says
This is a great compilation – thanks! I will be trying some of these very soon.
Elizabeth Walling says
So glad you liked it! 🙂
Jessica says
What a great list! Thanks for sharing it!!!
Do you have a natural laundry stain treatment recipe? Something that would work similar to Spray ‘n Wash?
Thanks, Jess
Elizabeth Walling says
These days I just use Thieves cleaner as a stain treatment. Works really well for me! Here it is: http://bit.ly/1Oy9pew
Ronald Lemos says
They are great recipes for natural cleansing, I usually use baking soda, but I loved your tips and of course I will apply without a doubt …. Success !!!
Monica Cromartie says
Awesome tips and recipes! I love all-natural house-hold cleaning products…so make safer and definitely more effective than the other crap. I use witch hazel, water, and lavender essential oil for a countertop spray. Thanks for sharing!
Susan Marshall says
Soo great compilation and such a useful post. I just bookmarked it – it has someting for anyone.
Jeremy Parker says
Such complete list! Carpet deodorizer is amazing receipe! Thanks for sharing
Joshua Howard says
I love green cleaning! Thank you for these recipes! I’ll definitely try each of them!