8 ways to use non-toxic, home-made cleaning supplies

Oct 24, 2014 | Bathroom, For the Home, Green Articles, Kitchen

The Basic Ten at Work Now that you know what products you need, grab a few clean, empty spray bottles; some rags and sponges; and a bucket of water, and you’re ready to clean your house the green way. All-purpose cleaners: An all-purpose cleaner is just that—something...

10 Basic Ingredients for cleaning

Oct 24, 2014 | Bathroom, Green Articles, Kitchen

The Basic Ten Stock your cupboards with these ten products, and you can clean just about anything: 1) White vinegar: An antifungal that also kills germs and bacteria. 2) Baking soda: Eliminates odors and works as a gentle scouring powder. 3) Borax: Borax, the common...

Toilets

Oct 24, 2014 | Bathroom

Once a week, you should pour about a half cup vinegar into your toilets and let it sit for 30 minutes. Next, sprinkle baking soda on a toilet bowl brush and scour any remaining stained areas. Afterward, flush. You can also mix the vinegar and baking soda, swish the...

Shower Curtains

Oct 24, 2014 | Bathroom

Clean your shower curtain by sprinkling baking soda on a sponge and scrubbing. Rinse well. A mildew stain on the curtain can be tackled by briskly rubbing in a baking soda and water paste. When a shower curtain really needs help, remove it and wash on the...

Tile & Grout

Oct 24, 2014 | Bathroom, Kitchen

Use a baking soda paste to remove mildew stains on the grout around your tub or shower. Apply the paste and then scrub it with an old toothbrush until the stain is gone. Remember to rinse the area well. It’s also a good idea to keep a bottle of this Baking Soda...

Tubs and Shower Walls

Oct 24, 2014 | Bathroom

f your tub or shower is made of fiberglass, clean it by wiping on a paste of baking soda and dishwashing liquid with a sponge. Also, the same paste will attack hard-water and rust stains on ceramic tile. Use a nylon scrubber to clean it, then rinse. Spraying the...