Ingredients:
- Water: Start with about 2 cups of water.
- Salt: Add 1 tablespoon of salt. Salt disinfects and acts as a natural abrasive.
- Vinegar: Mix in about 3.4 fluid ounces (a little less than 1/2 cup) of vinegar to tackle grease and mineral deposits, leaving floors shiny.
- Essential Oil: Add a few drops of mint or lavender oil for a fresh scent and antimicrobial benefits.
Directions:
- Combine the water, salt, vinegar, and essential oil in a large container.
- Dilute this mixture in about 1.3 gallons (5 liters) of hot water.
- Your floor cleaner is ready in just a minute and is free from harsh chemicals.
- Simply soak a mop or cloth in this solution to clean your floors.
Floating Floor Miracle Cleaner:
Ingredients:
- Citrus peels (orange, lemon, lime, or mandarin)
- Plain white vinegar
Directions:
- Place the citrus peels in a container.
- Pour white vinegar over the peels until they are fully submerged.
- Seal the container and let it rest for 2 weeks in a dark place.
- Use about two doses of this infused vinegar in your mop water for cleaning.
Additional Homemade Floor Cleaner:
Ingredients:
- 3/4 gallon (about 3 liters) of water
- 7 tablespoons of dish detergent
Directions:
- Combine the water and dish detergent in a bucket.
- Clean the floor with the prepared solution for an easy and effective clean.
These measurements in US units should make it easier for you to whip up these eco-friendly cleaning solutions. Enjoy your naturally clean and shiny floors!