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There’s a vast array of synthetic products available in the supermarket today, many of which come with hefty price tags. Many were originally modelled on existing natural cleaning products, and can still be used to help keep your home clean and germ-free.
We’ll be taking a look at some simple homemade cleaning products you can use to keep your home looking and smelling great!
Most of the cleaning materials mentioned in this post can be found at your local chemist or supermarket. Be sure to wear gloves and a face mask when working with ammonia, talcum powder and turpentine products, and avoid swallowing, inhaling or absorbing them through your skin!
This colourless, odourless, rather thick non-toxic alcohol is also known as glycerol. Glycerin is commonly used in pharmaceutical and personal care products like soaps and toothpaste, as well as in certain food products.
Glycerin can be used in the home to soften up tough, dried-on fabric stains from substances like coffee, berries and lipstick. It is also used as an antifreeze on windowpanes; rub windows with glycerin before the temperature drops and they won’t freeze over!
Vinegar has even used most commonly as a food seasoning since the earliest times, but it can be used for much more than just livening up your salads, it is also an excellent disinfectant and deodoriser!
To make an affordable all purpose cleaner for tables, work tops, baths and tiles, simply mix equal parts vinegar and water and put into a spray bottle, our pour the substance directly into the toilet bowl to prevent discolouration.
Vinegar should never be used on marble, and if improperly diluted may eat away at tile grout.
Turpentine is a mixture of resin and essential oil from various species of pine. Turpentine oil, produced by distilling turpentine is extremely effective at dissolving grease.
It has a number of applications in the home, for example as a floor polish, shoe polish or as a solvent for stain removal. Don’t dispose of turpentine by pouring it down the drain, it can damage pipes and plumbing, check with local authorities about proper means of disposal.
Also known as magnesium silicate hydrate, talc is the softest mineral. In the home it can be used as a gentle scrubbing agent to treat rubber seals or to silence squeaky wooden floorboards and stairs.
Be careful not to breathe talc in as it can cause serious inflammation in your breathing passages.
Ammonia, or ammonium chloride, is the ammonium salt of hydronic acid and a crystalline solid, and has been used for a long time as a household cleaner.Use liquid ammonia at home for stain removal or when cleaning stainless steel, glass and porcelain – it leaves a streak free shine. It is also used to combat mould and pests.
So there we have our quick, simple guide to using cheap and effective traditional cleaning products! Check back soon for more fantastic household tips and tricks.
