Keeping your home clean is a lot of work and you need proper cleaning supplies to make it easier. Buying the supplies can put a dent in your budget.
Experiment with generic brands and items from the dollar store. Try to find all-purpose products instead of one item to clean the kitchen sink, another for the counter, etc.
Only use the recommended amount of the product. Many products are concentrated and only a small amount is needed.
It is also very economical to clean with simple formulas from ingredients at home. Here’s some homemade cleaning supply recipes:
- Glass cleaner:
- Citrus Floor Cleaner:
- Furniture Polish:
Mix in a sprayer bottle:
1 cup rubbing (isopropyl) alcohol
1 cup water
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 gallon hot water
2 tablespoons liquid soap
15 drops orange essential oil
¼ cup lemon juice
Mix in a sprayer bottle:
1 cup olive oil
1/2 cup lemon juice
Shake well and apply a small amount to a flannel cleaning rag or cleaning cloth. Spread evenly over furniture surface. Turn cloth to a dry side and polish dry.
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Janet
