Seeds for Change Wellness
Alternatives for Home Cleaning Products
Safe Alternatives for Home Cleaning Products
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Product: Safe Alternative Ingredients:
Bleach Borax, lemon juice, sunlight
Window glass cleaner Vinegar in water
Ant repellent Spray cayenne powder in holes
Mint pots discourage ants from entering the house
Fly repellent Plant several pots with basil (herb that repels different insects)
Floor cleaner Vinegar and few drops of eucalyptus oil
Mosquito repellent Simmer citronella oil
Mildew remover Hydrogen peroxide to remove; Borax for inhibiting growth
Shoe polish Banana peel
Furniture polish Few drops of olive oil plus vinegar
Copper cleaner Lemon juice
Oven cleaner Baking soda and water; sprinkle inside, let sit overnight and scour
Silver polish Baking soda and sea salt
Drain opener Flexible metal snake, a plunger, salt
Stainless steel cleaner White vinegar
Dishwashing liquid Sea salt, lemon juice, hot water, few drops of orange essential oil
Stain Remover Borax and water
Carpet spot remover Sprinkle with cornflour and let dry, then wash with bubbling water
and vacuum
Fabric softener Add baking soda during rinse
Brass, copper and Paste of lemon juice and cream of tartar
aluminium polish