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bumblebeerror · 2 months ago

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If there’s one thing I’ve learned about cleaning, it’s that different shit has different uses, and mixing everything together at BEST just makes them react and gives you a completely useless product - and at worst, you forget the rug you’re carpet cleaning with disinfectant bleach was peed on and now you need to open every window.

SO! Here is my handy-dandy guide to how to use cleaning supplies!

So first off: branded, labeled, storebought cleaners should ONLY be used as intended on the packaging, and should be used SEPERATELY from other storebought cleaners. Tracking down every last ingredient is annoying and stupid, it’s better to just use, wipe, rinse, and then use the other thing.

However! If you are a cheap motherfucker like me, here is my list of vital cleaning agents you need on hand:

Isopropyl alcohol - disinfectant primarily. You can get a bottle of 90% and dilute it by up to 1:3 with water. Also effective as window cleaner, and good for getting smells out of fabric.

Hydrogen peroxide - this is what would medically be called an astringent, but it’s not used for medical purposes very often anymore because it’s an acid that is very good at breaking down organic matter like skin cells, and doesn’t discriminate. It’s typically sold at 3% concentrations and doesn’t need diluting; use on mold, especially in houseplants or in your bathroom. It’s also better for cleaning your ears than qtips.

Baking soda - most people mix it with vinegar, but that kind of fizzing action is only useful in areas that need grime loosened that can’t be reached manually. It’s most effective when used as a scrubbing agent, or when used to soak up liquid. Also a decent all-around deodorizer. Dont mix with water unless adding a a Tbs or two to mop water.

White vinegar - my bread and butter, baby. This shit is great for a lot of things, but most useful is that it neutralizes the smell of cat pee. It’s also good for combating smells in general, and makes a decent fabric softener because it washes away residue left by laundry detergent. Dilute to 1 part vinegar, 3-4 parts water.

Bleach - Old faithful. A disinfectant safe for use on pretty much every surface when diluted to 1:9 with water. Let me repeat that: For use on surfaces as a disinfectant, especially ones that will be touched often, DILUTE BLEACH by 1 part bleach to NINE PARTS WATER. I promise you, you don’t need more. Don’t add anything to bleach. It is its own little magical guy, let it shine.

Soap, ideally some form of detergent - most of these other guys are for disinfecting or odor control, this guy, Hydrogen Peroxide, and baking soda are your main Elbow Grease guys. Soap is made to break down oil especially, but it’s a solvent for most things if you scrub hard enough. You can enhance the scrubby-ness of it by adding banking soda, but bleach or vinegar will denature the lipids that make soap a good solvent.

Secondarily, these things also help:

Lemon juice - Smells nice, has some antibacterial properties, and the scent lingers nicely. Mix with vinegar or alcohol only.

Mint / Spearmint/Peppermint oil - bug repellent. A lot of bugs taste with their feet, and strong smells can ward them off. Doesn’t particularly matter if the oil is food safe, since it’s to keep bugs away. Can be mixed safely with soap or alcohol, but keep kids and pets out of small unventilated spaces while you’re spraying. Dilute about 20 drops of oil in a spray bottle filled with water, add about the same amount of alcohol or soap, shake to mix. Spray around doors, windows, and corners.

I’m gonna be so real, you can do a lot with these here, without ever mixing them more than I’ve described. Go forth and don’t cough up blood trying to clean.

hey remember how awhile back i mentioned that tiktok has a whole trend where people mix cleaning supplies well i redownloaded tiktok so im finally able to show you what i mean

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tyjkkvape · 2 months ago

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How To Clean Tar From Tobacco Pipe

How To Clean Tar From Tobacco Pipee

Many old pipe smokers must have had the experience that when you use your pipe for too long, a mass of tar and resin will accumulate around the mouthpiece and bowl. Apart from influencing the taste, it shortens the life span of your pipe as well. But don’t worry! I will show you how to get rid of them effortlessly with only a few simple steps using some common household items.

What can I use to clean tar out of my pipe?e

It’s really annoying to remove tar from pipes. Fortunately, there are many things in our house that can dissolve or remove stubborn tars easily: olive oil, isopropyl alcohol, salt, vinegar, lemon juice, etc. In this post, we’ll discuss their usage for cleaning our lovely Handmade briar pipe one by one.

Isopropyl alcohol and salt

Cleaning your pipe doesn't need to be complicated. One of the best solutions is using simple isopropyl alcohol and plain old table salt. The salt acts as a gentle scrubber while the alcohol dissolves and disinfects the sticky tar buildup.Start by taking your pipe apart so you can get to the bowl and pipe stem areas. Soak a pipe cleaner in isopropyl alcohol first, then push it through the stem up to the mouthpiece to plug it. Next, fill the pipe bowl with salt. Use regular table salt or sea salt. Use an eye dropper or syringe to add some 91% isopropyl alcohol from the pharmacy onto the salt. Get it damp but not soaked. Let it sit for a few minutes to start softening the tar.After that, add more salt and shake it around to scrub off the tar deposits. You may need to repeat this a couple of times if there's a heavy tar residue. Rinse it all thoroughly with more alcohol to remove any leftover salt or gunk.To avoid spills, stand the pipe up in an aluminum foil holder. Let it sit for 24 hours so the alcohol and salt can fully dissolve the sticky tar. Later, use extra alcohol-soaked pipe cleaners and cotton swabs to scrub out the shank, mortise, and stem until they come out clean. No need to rinse since the alcohol will evaporate.

Vinegar and lemon juice, olive oil

Our white vinegar contains about 4-7% acetic acid. This gives it a pretty strong ability to quickly dissolve tar inside the pipe. But we want to be a little careful here - acetic acid may also erode the pipe material over time. So we recommend limiting contact to just 2-3 hours by using a 5% vinegar solution.In addition, you can also use olive oil in your kitchen， Turns out those fatty olive oil compounds can soften up pipe gunk and tars really nicely, making them more liquidy so they flow out easier. I'd suggest rubbing a thin coat of olive oil on the affected areas and letting it soak in for at least 12 hours. This gives the oil time to penetrate into those tiny microscopic holes. Then just rinse it off with warm water. Olive oil is awesome for getting into the small cracks in pipe materials and lubricating from within. But you'll want that good cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil for this job.So by using the solvent powers of vinegar or lemon juice, plus the softening mojo from olive oil, you can loosen up and eliminate those built-up pipe resins pretty easily. This keeps your pipes smoking sweet and fresh. You just gotta control how long you expose the pipes, so as not to damage the material. For regular maintenance, I'd recommend a good deep clean every month or two with this method. It really works miracles on old pipes! Read the full article

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barberwitch · 7 years ago

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Witch Tip Wednesday 5.16.18

Tinker with Tinctures

Hey there witches! I’ve covered water infusions aka Hydrosols before, but it’s time to move onto the hard stuff: alcohol

A tincture is an extract which has an alcohol base. Traditionally, these were herbal infusions used for medicine, but for today's topic, we'll be talking about tinctures in all forms, but it's up to you as to what's for consumption, and what may be used as a perfume, floor wash, or ritual spray etc.

Tinctures can be a lot easier to make because they have a cold infusion method, as in no heat source is used to speed the process. Alcohol absorbs plant matter and dissolves quite easily, so heating it is a dangerous step not necessary for the occasional infusion.

What can be made into a tincture?

Flowers

Berries

Leaves

Roots

Stalks and barks

Spas and resins

Seeds

These can be dried or fresh.

Especially for flowers, some fragrance doesn’t carry once the flower withers, so using fresh can be super helpful if the fragrance is important!

What do I do to make one?

Take your container like a mason jar

Fill with plant material about halfway*

Add in your alcohol**

Shake and let infuse***

Strain and decant into its new container

Now it’s simple, but you do have to make some decisions like if you’re making individual tinctures or a blend. Individual tinctures can be blended later of course, but takes more containers and individual checking than throwing it all together. Go by instinct and research until you’ve got the experience.

That sounds simple, but I want some more tips:

Break apart or cut up ingredients so more of the matter gets mixed and infused. It releases fragrance, juices and gives more surfaces for the base to interact.

Shake your tincture while it’s infusing every day. You may want to infuse for a day, a week, or a full cycle of the moon, you do you!

If you’re using a mason jar or other metal lid container, a piece of Saran Wrap/cling plastic can protect the lid from corroding.

You can get a high proof alcohol and dilute it with distilled water.****

If taking internally, do so with care, and dosage is usually only a few drops at a time. Check with your doctor before starting any regiment.

If you want to make a ritual tincture for a salt bonfire, the alcohol has to be minimum 100 proof or it won’t catch fire. Don’t burn yourself.

I have a ginger tincture I use for upset stomachs. Just a few drops in mineral water and it settles right down (think ginger ale).

For tooth aches, I use a few drops of clove tincture in warm water and swish around. Plus my breath smells great afterwards.

Just remember, it’s concentrated, and in a lot of cases may not taste great by itself, just like if you took a spoon full of vanilla extract. Start small, dilute, or use in ritual.

Stay safe my little beasties.

🦇Cheers, Barberwitch

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*, **, ***, **** down below the break

*If you’re using fresh material, you can use about 3/4 of the container to get as much extracted as possible. If you’re using dried material, you may want a little less than 1/2 the container.

**decide if this is something that will be consumed or not. Consumed: use vodka, rectified spirit or everclear (or some other neutral spirit). Not consumed: rubbing alcohol is fine, but use at least 70% isopropyl alcohol. The higher the percentage of alcohol (the proof is double the percent [150 proof is 75% alcohol by volume] the more can be extracted like volatile oils, and plant liquid, or dissolved when using resins and saps so keep that in mind!

***Infusion rates vary a lot. Dried herbs infuse faster/stronger than some fresh herbs, but even then, some will infuse faster still! This is important if you’re making a blend because you won’t be able to take individual ingredients out, and something may be more potent than you’d like.

****I use everclear when I'm making tinctures because it's technically consumable unlike rubbing alcohol, and has a high proof (150 proof = 75% alcohol content). The other thing with getting a high proof alcohol to start with, is you can dilute with distilled water (those ratio skills and absolute values you never thought you'd use come in handy here. 2:1 everclear to water makes a 100 proof or 50% alcohol base for instance)

Original content of this blog is licensed under a Creative Commins Attributution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International license.

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commercialcleaningdisinfect · 2 years ago

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How to Clean a Keyboard: industrial cleaning services

Computer upkeep is necessary to protect the computer and its value and to present a professional image. A tidy and clean environment is essential if business partners or clients visit your desk. To make the best first impression, make sure your keyboard is perfect. If you're looking to outsource your commercial cleaning services, make sure you hire the best in services in Singapore.

Five ways to clean a keyboard

To get rid of all debris, paper clips, sandwich crumbs, and dirt, try one of the methods listed below. Others may be more effective when combined with some of the other techniques listed. When you learn that your keyboard may contain 400 times more bacteria than a toilet seat, you may be more inclined to combine several methods.

Inclination And Shaking

Manually shaking out keyboard dirt is one of the most basic ways to remove it. To do this safely, disconnect it from the computer and ensure that it is turned off. Then, gently shake it over your desk or, better yet, over a bin with the keyboard turned upside down.

Using Pressurized Air

You can use the Inclination method as above, but you can blow it out instead of shaking the debris out from between the keys. You'll need compressed air for this, which you can usually get from an office supply store. If you don't tilt the canister at an angle before using it, the debris will just get pushed deeper into the keyboard.

Blow Up Your Keyboard

Canned air is a must-have for PC users, whether you want to clean out your keyboard or your gunked-up case fans. It can blow a lot of dust out of your way without much effort, especially when it comes to keyboards. All you have to do now is insert the straw-like plastic hose into the can's nostril, and you're ready to go.

Removing the keycaps will improve this effectiveness, so do that first if possible. Just be careful not to push the straw right up against the surface you're blowing on, as canned air will condense and leave pools of moisture or frost behind. Experiment, but keep a safe distance from your keyboard to avoid damage.

Isopropyl Alcohol And Cotons

Okay, this one is better for raised-key desktop keyboards because the hardware on a laptop or Mac's keys is very close to the surface. Simply dampen a cotton bud with isopropyl alcohol and begin cleaning between the keys' small crevices. Isopropyl alcohol is preferable to water because it dries faster and thus is safer.

If you don't have any cotton buds, wrap some microfibre cloth around a knife and add the isopropyl alcohol.

Get The Pros Over There

Your keyboard may be particularly filthy, or debris has become wedged between keys and is difficult to remove. Instead of risking the condition of your keyboard in these circumstances, it may be preferable to take it to a tech store where the keys can be safely removed and the keyboard cleaned professionally.

Always check your warranty first to ensure that using one of these services won't void your current warranty. If you don't know what you're doing, disassembling the keyboard yourself is not a good idea.

If you want a professional and industrial cleaning service in Singapore, a clean keyboard is only the beginning. Unfortunately, cleaning the rest of the office is not as simple and quick as cleaning a keyboard. You can, however, delegate this task to a reputable commercial cleaning service company.

Conrad is the go-to commercial cleaning service for businesses and offices. We are a cleaning company based in Singapore that provides a high-quality industrial cleaning service in Singapore. Please get in touch with us to discuss your requirements and how we can assist you. Let us handle the cleaning so you can focus on what you do best.

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eaglebongsonlineheadshop · 3 years ago

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its420somewhereheadshop · 3 years ago

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How do you keep your bong clean?

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How do you keep your bong clean?

Glass bongs have enjoyed a long history of popularity due to their simplicity of use. They are less complicated to use than a joint and require less preparation. Unfortunately, they can be very difficult to clean due the high amount of resin accumulation. This is especially true if the filtration technology is more complex. It is not only important to clean your bongs well, but it also makes them look better. Like stagnant puddle water, bong water can be contaminated with bacteria and fungi. Bong water can also be contaminated with yeasts or other microbes. These compounds should not be inhaled or consumed by accident. If the water forms a layer called biofilm on the surface of the water, it is time to remove it. Biofilm can form on the water’s surface. It may harbor a variety of diseases including E. coli and Strep. These toxins can be harmful if inhaled. Although the bong can filter out dangerous elements, it cannot do so with pure water.

When is It Time to Clean Your Bongs?

You know your bong is dirty when a ring forms around its waterline, or if you can see tiny floaters or resin in your purified water. These tiny particles combined with bacteria or mildew are what gives your bong that distinctive smell.

Both experts recommend that you clean your pipe or bong at least once a week. Many bong owners are meticulous about cleaning their bongs every day. You can keep it clean and prevent it from getting clogged up. While we clean bongs, you can also listen to music or a podcast. It is important to remember all the sacrifices made for legalization by Black and Brown people. Legalization is the law that lets you clean your bong worry-free!

How to Keep Your Bong Clean

It is not rocket science to clean and prepare your bong. Take out any removable parts, such as the bowl and downstem, to get the best results. You can add 91% or 99% of isopropyl Alcohol to your bong. Add some Epsom or rock salt as an abrasive. For five minutes shake the bong, then rinse the bowl with warm water and soap. Although vinegar and rice are also possible, we prefer the first. You can also purchase some ready made bong cleaners, most of them work fine also.

Although you can buy commercial pipe cleaners, many aren’t always the best for the planet. For the most part, we find that isopropyl alcohol (or rock salt) works well. This method works, and we love it. This method supports the idea of conserving cannabis’ legacy and continuing to use what has worked for so long. Be mindful of the conservation and preservation of our planet, as well as our waterways. Don’t waste the water you use to wash.

Why Cleaning A Bong Is Important

The bong is a popular piece of equipment for many cannabis lovers. The water in the bongs, and the design that allows it, cools the smoke and filters out any tar and ash.

You will occasionally need to change the water in your bong every once in awhile. Why is this? Isn’t it the water that keeps doing its job? As we’ll show you, regular replacement is important if your bong water needs to work properly.

The Health Benefits of Regularly Changing Bong Water

To put it in perspective, here are the main advantages of changing your bong water every other day:

More flavor

Your weed’s flavor can be greatly affected by the amount of resin, tar, and ash that is trapped in your bong. You can preserve the flavor of your kush by making sure to clean your bong water frequently and filling it with natural spring water.

Better filtering

Filtering harmful compounds and toxins from smoke is easier with clean water. For the best bong water filtration, it is important to change the water frequently.

Longer-lasting glassware

Glass pipes and bongs last longer if they are properly maintained. Regular cleaning of your bong will keep it free from stains and imperfections. Follow these instructions to maintain your glassware for as long as you can.

How Many Times Should You Change Your Bong Water Every Day?

Personal preference will dictate how often you change the water in your bong or clean it. However, it is best to change your bong water more often than not. We are passionate about preserving the taste of our weed, and making sure that you have the best experience possible. Therefore, it is important to clean your bong prior to each use. Also, make sure you change your bong water after each session.

Bong Water for Plants

While you might not want the water to go to waste, you may thinks it’s possible to give it to your plants…probably not. You can think of your bong water as the filter tip on a cigarette. Bong water is the same thing. There is no practical use for bongwater other than to flush it down the sink.

Maintenance: How to Keep Your Bong Clean and Tidy

Water Stains

Unfiltered tap water or spring water can cause water stains in your pipes. This is due to the mineral content. These marks can be hard to get rid of, but they are easy to avoid. Use filtered water when filling your bong to avoid them. Although it’s a good idea to use filter water for cleaning, this is not a requirement. After cleaning, rinse the bong with filtered drinking water.

Mold Stains

These are the worst. They’re not only disgusting, but they are also extremely difficult to eliminate. You should avoid them. They can be prevented by changing the water in your bongs or bubblers daily and cleaning them thoroughly once a week.

Scratches

There are only two methods to remove a scratch on glass. These methods can be quite complicated and require you to have specific tools. In addition, you may end up breaking or deforming the bubbler. To prevent scratches, let’s start by being careful. Keep a bongpad nearby to avoid scratches on your bong. Also, if you plan on traveling with your glassware, ensure that it is in a padded bong bag.

Broken

This is the most important thing to avoid. You can break your bong by dropping it or knocking it over. Although it is obvious, be careful when using bongs and bubblers. Avoid breakage by keeping your glassware in a hard case or bong bag when not in use.

Conclusion

It doesn’t take much effort to clean your bong. You don’t even need to use toxic chemicals or specialized cleaners. You can make your bong as sparkling clean and clear as new by simply rinsing it with a few natural cleaning ingredients after each use or every other use.

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sweetfox1926 · 5 years ago

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#Repost @golacta with @get_repost ・・・ PSA: plain old hand washing with soap and water for 20 seconds is best for keeping viruses and colds away but sometimes, when water is not readily available (like when out and about), hand sanitizer can stand in until you can properly wash your hands.⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ my sister called me from Seattle last night and we got around to talking about Coronavirus prevention. I can't speak to the availability in your area but stores near me are sold out of hand soap, hand sanitizer and sanitizing wipes. all those items are on backorder on Amazon.⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ not to worry mamas, you can whip up a batch of your own.⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ using the ingredients in the post, follow these instructions to make a do-it-at-home hand sanitizer:⁠⠀ - add everclear and aloe vera to a small leak proof container and shake to mix well. ⁠⠀ - add in vitamin E oil & to your preference, add lavender , tea tree and lemon oils. ⁠⠀ - replace cap and shake to evenly distribute. ⁠⠀ - label⁠⠀ - use when you can't access soap and water.⁠⠀ - rub 2-3 drops onto hands and allow to air dry.⁠⠀ - mixture will be very liquid but becomes more gel like within a few days.⁠⠀ - isopropyl alcohol can be used as well but I am seeing this sold out as well.⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ we are NOT ADVOCATING forgoing the practice of good hand washing but if you find yourself without soap or water, a hand sanitizer may be better than nothing at all. or at least until you can get to a sink with soap and water. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ stay healthy out there!⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ *for the safety of everyone, please do label your hand sanitizer and keep a watchful eye on kiddos when using.⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ *please do follow the proportions as everclear is almost pure alcohol and can be drying. the aloe vera and vitamin E oil are meant to temper the drying effects of the alcohol on skin while maintaining the alcohol content needed to stifle the virus.⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ *discontinue use immediately if rash or irritation occurs.⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ #handsanitizer #DIY #makeitathome #coronavirus #PSA https://www.instagram.com/p/B_ohwXDgR1L/?igshid=dhmfs03gz8fv

#repost #handsanitizer #diy #makeitathome #coronavirus #psa

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dreddymd · 5 years ago

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12 DIY Cleaning Recipes — From Hand Sanitizer to Floor Cleaner!

Source: 12 DIY Cleaning Recipes — From Hand Sanitizer to Floor Cleaner!

by Dr. Edward Group

It’s cleaning day! Time to put on your favorite old jeans, sweatpants, or even pajamas. Crank up some loud music or just enjoy the silence. The unpleasant smells and harsh chemicals usually associated with cleaning are a thing of the past with these “Do it yourself” or DIY cleaning recipes.

Don’t dread giving the toilet bowl or kitchen floors a good scrubbing when you use all-natural homemade cleaning products. These recipes can make you feel great about cleaning toxin-free! These easy recipes can work for every room of your house.

From a daily surface cleaner to homemade laundry detergent, you can customize the scent of all of these DIY products using essential oils. You’ll avoid all the harmful chemicals and save money because they use just a few basic ingredients.

Benefits Of Using Natural Cleaning Products

For people with issues with their respiratory tract or lungs, like asthma, all-natural cleaning products — especially ones you make yourself — provide one of the best defenses for your health. Those with sensitive skin or eyes will notice the difference between natural cleaning products and harsh chemical cleaners.[1] And for all people, you will avoid additional exposure to toxic chemicals, which causes subtle and not-so-subtle health issues over time.

Also, there’s an environmental benefit: using green cleaning methods reduces harmful contaminants polluting the air and water. Reusable glass jars for DIY cleaning products can also eliminate plastic waste and reduce packaging.

Nature’s Best Cleaners: The Top Ingredients for DIY Recipes

Having these items on hand will keep you prepared for satisfying and safe house cleaning:

Baking soda

Castile soap

Essential oils

Hydrogen peroxide

Lemons

Rubbing alcohol (90 to 99% isopropyl)

Washing soda

White vinegar

DIY Eco-Friendly Recipes for Household Cleaning

These simple recipes for natural homemade cleaners are so effective,[2] you may never go back to store-bought products again! Choose organic ingredients wherever possible.

Window Cleaner & Surface Degreaser

This cleaner works great and is handy for quick daily cleanups of both windows and surfaces. Kitchen grease can be stubborn, but with a little muscle, these ingredients will do the trick.

Ingredients:

¼ cup rubbing alcohol (90 to 99% isopropyl)

¼ cup white vinegar

1 tablespoon cornstarch

2 cups of water

Directions:

Add all ingredients to a spray bottle and shake well to dissolve cornstarch.

Spray onto surfaces, including glass windows, mirrors, or surfaces such as glass tiles around the stove where cooking grease may linger.

Wipe thoroughly with a dry cloth for a residue-free shine.

Super-Simple Counter Cleaner

Keep this handy in a spray bottle for quick countertop cleanups. This also works well for bathroom surfaces.

Ingredients:

1 teaspoon natural liquid dish detergent

3 cups water

10 drops lemongrass or sweet orange essential oils

Directions:

Fill a 24-ounce spray bottle with 3 cups of water.

Add in the natural dish soap and essential oils. Shake well to mix.

Spray onto surface and wipe with a clean towel.

All-Purpose Floor-Cleaning Solution

Laminate, tile, linoleum, or vinyl floors will sparkle with this recipe. Adding tea tree oil gives a boost in repelling germs. If you don’t enjoy the smell of tea tree, try lavender, lemon, lemongrass, pine, or sweet orange essential oil — but you may not get the same germ-fighting properties. If you have wood floors, use the recipe below, instead.

Ingredients:

2 cups warm water

½ cup white vinegar

¼ cup rubbing alcohol (90 to 99% isopropyl)

3 drops Castile soap (non-oil based)

5 to 10 drops tea tree oil

Directions:

Combine all ingredients in a spray bottle. Shake to mix.

Spray liberally on the floor.

Wet the mop and wring well before applying to the floor.

Save any leftover mixture for spot cleaning.

Wood Floor Cleaner

This mixture acts as a cleaner and a floor polish in one step. The hot water and the lemon juice clean the floors, and the olive oil works to polish them. No rinsing required!

Discard the mixture when done. Because of the fresh lemon used, this recipe does not keep well.

Ingredients:

1 gallon hot water

¾ cup olive oil

½ cup lemon juice

Directions:

Mix the ingredients in a mop bucket.

Dip the mop into the mixture and wring mop very well before applying to the wood floor.

Let the floor air dry.

Discard remaining solution.

Bathroom Disinfectant

Try this recipe for disinfecting your bathrooms thoroughly and safely. It deters those tough germs you find in frequently-used bathroom areas with a lot of traffic and moisture. Washing soda, also known as sodium carbonate, is a lesser-known all-purpose cleaner.

Ingredients:

1 ½ cup hot water

¼ cup washing soda

½ cup rubbing alcohol (90 to 99% isopropyl)

10 drops tea tree oil

5 drops of rosemary essential oil (optional)

Directions:

Add all ingredients in a 24-ounce spray bottle.

Swirl gently.

Spray onto shower, bathtub, or toilet surface and clean with a sponge or cloth.

A shiny bathroom is a simple way to start your day with happiness!

Homemade Hand Soap

Liquid hand soap is neater than bar soap and more appealing for kids to use. You can use a recycled store-bought soap dispenser or purchase a pump-top for something pretty like a mason jar. Flaunt your natural efforts! This idea makes a great gift as well.

Ingredients:

1 ounce grated organic bar soap

1 quart distilled water

5 drops essential oils for fragrance (optional)

Directions:

Slowly dissolve soap shavings on your stove over low heat and let cool.

Add essential oils if you’d like.

Pour into the container you’ll be using.

DIY Hand Sanitizer

Washing for 20 seconds with plain old-fashioned soap and water is the best way to eliminate ordinary germs, like viruses and most bacteria. You may be staying home and social distancing, but when you are out and about, hand sanitizer can prove useful. Here’s a recipe that will do the trick when you want to make your own.

The final product should be at least 60 percent alcohol, so start with rubbing alcohol which is 90 to 99 percent pure (avoid recipes using vodka and drinking alcohols for this reason). The aloe vera adds moisture so it does not dry your hands. While some recipes online add essential oils, there isn’t yet evidence of how they may influence the effectiveness of the final product against germs. Better safe than sorry.

After making the recipe, let it sit for 72 hours to ensure that any germs you introduced during the recipe-making process are gone.

Ingredients:

2 parts rubbing alcohol (90 to 99% isopropyl)

1 part pure organic aloe vera gel

Directions:

Mix the alcohol and aloe vera gel together in a large container.

Add a small amount to a travel container with a squeeze top for easy use.

Set aside for 72 hours to ensure any germs you may have introduced during mixing have gone away.

Homemade Laundry Detergent

Adapted from a great recipe on Live Simply, this uses no Borax, since some people prefer to avoid that ingredient. Washing soda can help with tough stains on clothes, baking soda cuts odors and softens the clothes, while salt is another water — and garment — softener. Castile bar soap is an excellent option for this recipe, but you can use any variety of natural bar soap, preferably organic.

Ingredients:

1 bar Castile dry soap (scented or unscented)

1 cup washing soda

1 cup baking soda

1 cup Kosher salt

30 drops essential oil (lavender works great!)

Directions:

Cut the soap into chunks to make it easier to process. Add the bar soap chunks to a food processor until finely ground. You can also use a fine cheese grater, though it may take more time.

Add other ingredients to the food processor. Mix until well combined.

Add to a large glass storage container.

Use a minimum of 2 tablespoons to a maximum of ¼ cup per load of laundry.

Soap nuts provide another natural laundry alternative. Despite the name, they’re actually a fruit and not a nut! The shells contain a natural surfactant called saponin that gets activated and released by hot water.[3] They are safe for any type of washing machine. Just place a handful of soap nuts in a muslin bag and add to a load of laundry. Soap nuts are reusable until they start to turn grayish in color and get soft to the touch.

Refrigerator & Small Appliance Cleaner

This recipe is great for cleaning your refrigerator, but you can give all your other kitchen appliances the same treatment while you’re at it. This recipe deodorizes and cleans in one step.

Ingredients:

1 cup white vinegar

2 cups hot water

5 to 10 drops lemon essential oil

Directions:

Put water and vinegar into a 24-ounce spray bottle and then add lemon oil.

Spray on shelves and doors. Let it sit for a few minutes on dried food stains.

Wipe with a sponge.

Garbage Disposal Cleaner

The best solution for organic food scraps is to put them in a compost pile. If you haven’t started one yet or the scraps are small, the garbage disposal is next best. You end up with fewer garbage bags — and reduce bad kitchen smells. Always use cold water when using your disposal for food scraps, though you can use hot water during the cleaning process. Never put any greasy food down the disposal.

Ingredients:

½ cup baking soda

½ cup vinegar

Directions:

Pour the baking soda into the disposal drain.

Slowly pour the vinegar into the drain.

Let the mixture bubble for and sit in the drain for ten minutes.

Turn on the disposal with the water running for 20 seconds.

For another option, add a half of a lemon into your disposal and grind for a fresh scent!

Natural Air Fresheners

Making our homes smell fresh can be a great mood booster — there’s a reason why aromatherapy has taken off! Use your creativity and personal preference to pick scents. While stovetop aromatic air fresheners work great, an essential oil diffuser is a safer alternative if you have young children, and it works great to reduce stress and anxiety.

Ingredient Suggestions:

Fresh citrus like lemons, limes, grapefruit

Fresh fruit like apples or pears

Fresh herbs and spices like rosemary, basil, coriander, lemongrass, nutmeg, cinnamon

Directions:

In a medium saucepan, simmer a quart of water with natural ingredients to permeate and freshen the air.

Make sure to add water as it begins to evaporate or turn it off. Set a timer.

Some aromatic combinations to try are:

Lemon slices with a sprig of rosemary and a teaspoon of natural vanilla.

Lime slices with spicy ginger root.

Sliced orange, a cinnamon stick, and a pinch of nutmeg or clove.

Cookware Cleaning Tips

Washing pots and pans right after use is the best way to keep cookware in its best shape. We know that doesn’t always happen. Here are some suggestions for natural ways to clean cookware.

For stainless steel cookware, make a paste of baking soda and hot water. Rub with a soft sponge or cloth.

For copper pots and pans, dip a halved lemon in a dish of salt and rub directly on cookware. The citric acid in the lemon removes stains and tarnish. Rinse off or scrub with a natural sponge.

For ceramic coated cookware, pour 3% strength hydrogen peroxide to cover the bottom of the pan. Add a tablespoon of baking soda and let the bubbling action remove any discolored spots. Let sit for about 30 minutes and rinse. Hydrogen peroxide is a gentle bleaching agent.

For nonstick pots and pans (which we don’t recommend due to their harmful chemicals) avoid abrasives to preserve their coating. Hot soapy water and gentle scrubbing is best.

Points to Remember

Keeping your home free from harsh chemicals and irritants adds to your overall health and happiness. They’re also budget-friendly! With so many chemicals surrounding us daily, at least you can take control of your home by using these natural cleaning alternatives.

If you want to clean with natural DIY cleaners, you can use recipes with simple ingredients like baking soda, vinegar, washing soda, essential oils, and fruits rich in citric acid.

Switch over gradually to using cleaners with all-natural ingredients. Start with just one recipe and see how it works for you.

If you’re concerned about previous or ongoing exposure to chemicals from cleaning supplies or other sources, consider our Chemical and Heavy Metal Cleanse Program

. This comprehensive plan will detox your body over 30 days using high-quality organic solutions, including Dr. Group’s Detox Foot Pads, as well as supplements that effectively flush out chemical and metal toxins.

Have you ever tried natural cleaning products that you made yourself? Share in the comments below!

References (3)

Gerster FM, et al. Hazardous substances in frequently used professional cleaning products. Int J Occup Environ Health 2014 Mar; 20(1):46-60.

Rutala WA, et al. Antimicrobial activity of home disinfectants and natural products against potential human pathogens. Infect Control Hosp Epidemiol 2000 Jan;21(1):33-38.

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12 DIY Cleaning Recipes — From Hand Sanitizer to Floor Cleaner!

Benefits Of Using Natural Cleaning Products

Nature’s Best Cleaners: The Top Ingredients for DIY Recipes

Having these items on hand will keep you prepared for satisfying and safe house cleaning:

Baking soda

Castile soap

Essential oils

Hydrogen peroxide

Lemons

Rubbing alcohol (90 to 99% isopropyl)

Washing soda

White vinegar

DIY Eco-Friendly Recipes for Household Cleaning

These simple recipes for natural homemade cleaners are so effective,[2] you may never go back to store-bought products again! Choose organic ingredients wherever possible.

Window Cleaner & Surface Degreaser

This cleaner works great and is handy for quick daily cleanups of both windows and surfaces. Kitchen grease can be stubborn, but with a little muscle, these ingredients will do the trick.

Ingredients:

¼ cup rubbing alcohol (90 to 99% isopropyl)

¼ cup white vinegar

1 tablespoon cornstarch

2 cups of water

Directions:

Add all ingredients to a spray bottle and shake well to dissolve cornstarch.

Spray onto surfaces, including glass windows, mirrors, or surfaces such as glass tiles around the stove where cooking grease may linger.

Wipe thoroughly with a dry cloth for a residue-free shine.

Super-Simple Counter Cleaner

Keep this handy in a spray bottle for quick countertop cleanups. This also works well for bathroom surfaces.

Ingredients:

1 teaspoon natural liquid dish detergent

3 cups water

10 drops lemongrass or sweet orange essential oils

Directions:

Fill a 24-ounce spray bottle with 3 cups of water.

Add in the natural dish soap and essential oils. Shake well to mix.

Spray onto surface and wipe with a clean towel.

All-Purpose Floor-Cleaning Solution

Ingredients:

2 cups warm water

½ cup white vinegar

¼ cup rubbing alcohol (90 to 99% isopropyl)

3 drops Castile soap (non-oil based)

5 to 10 drops tea tree oil

Directions:

Combine all ingredients in a spray bottle. Shake to mix.

Spray liberally on the floor.

Wet the mop and wring well before applying to the floor.

Save any leftover mixture for spot cleaning.

Wood Floor Cleaner

This mixture acts as a cleaner and a floor polish in one step. The hot water and the lemon juice clean the floors, and the olive oil works to polish them. No rinsing required!

Discard the mixture when done. Because of the fresh lemon used, this recipe does not keep well.

Ingredients:

1 gallon hot water

¾ cup olive oil

½ cup lemon juice

Directions:

Mix the ingredients in a mop bucket.

Dip the mop into the mixture and wring mop very well before applying to the wood floor.

Let the floor air dry.

Discard remaining solution.

Bathroom Disinfectant

Ingredients:

1 ½ cup hot water

¼ cup washing soda

½ cup rubbing alcohol (90 to 99% isopropyl)

10 drops tea tree oil

5 drops of rosemary essential oil (optional)

Directions:

Add all ingredients in a 24-ounce spray bottle.

Swirl gently.

Spray onto shower, bathtub, or toilet surface and clean with a sponge or cloth.

A shiny bathroom is a simple way to start your day with happiness!

Homemade Hand Soap

Ingredients:

1 ounce grated organic bar soap

1 quart distilled water

5 drops essential oils for fragrance (optional)

Directions:

Slowly dissolve soap shavings on your stove over low heat and let cool.

Add essential oils if you’d like.

Pour into the container you’ll be using.

DIY Hand Sanitizer

After making the recipe, let it sit for 72 hours to ensure that any germs you introduced during the recipe-making process are gone.

Ingredients:

2 parts rubbing alcohol (90 to 99% isopropyl)

1 part pure organic aloe vera gel

Directions:

Mix the alcohol and aloe vera gel together in a large container.

Add a small amount to a travel container with a squeeze top for easy use.

Set aside for 72 hours to ensure any germs you may have introduced during mixing have gone away.

Homemade Laundry Detergent

Ingredients:

1 bar Castile dry soap (scented or unscented)

1 cup washing soda

1 cup baking soda

1 cup Kosher salt

30 drops essential oil (lavender works great!)

Directions:

Cut the soap into chunks to make it easier to process. Add the bar soap chunks to a food processor until finely ground. You can also use a fine cheese grater, though it may take more time.

Add other ingredients to the food processor. Mix until well combined.

Add to a large glass storage container.

Use a minimum of 2 tablespoons to a maximum of ¼ cup per load of laundry.

Refrigerator & Small Appliance Cleaner

This recipe is great for cleaning your refrigerator, but you can give all your other kitchen appliances the same treatment while you’re at it. This recipe deodorizes and cleans in one step.

Ingredients:

1 cup white vinegar

2 cups hot water

5 to 10 drops lemon essential oil

Directions:

Put water and vinegar into a 24-ounce spray bottle and then add lemon oil.

Spray on shelves and doors. Let it sit for a few minutes on dried food stains.

Wipe with a sponge.

Garbage Disposal Cleaner

The best solution for organic food scraps is to put them in a compost pile. If you haven't started one yet or the scraps are small, the garbage disposal is next best. You end up with fewer garbage bags — and reduce bad kitchen smells. Always use cold water when using your disposal for food scraps, though you can use hot water during the cleaning process. Never put any greasy food down the disposal.

Ingredients:

½ cup baking soda

½ cup vinegar

Directions:

Pour the baking soda into the disposal drain.

Slowly pour the vinegar into the drain.

Let the mixture bubble for and sit in the drain for ten minutes.

Turn on the disposal with the water running for 20 seconds.

For another option, add a half of a lemon into your disposal and grind for a fresh scent!

Natural Air Fresheners

Ingredient Suggestions:

Fresh citrus like lemons, limes, grapefruit

Fresh fruit like apples or pears

Fresh herbs and spices like rosemary, basil, coriander, lemongrass, nutmeg, cinnamon

Directions:

In a medium saucepan, simmer a quart of water with natural ingredients to permeate and freshen the air.

Make sure to add water as it begins to evaporate or turn it off. Set a timer.

Some aromatic combinations to try are:

Lemon slices with a sprig of rosemary and a teaspoon of natural vanilla.

Lime slices with spicy ginger root.

Sliced orange, a cinnamon stick, and a pinch of nutmeg or clove.

Cookware Cleaning Tips

Washing pots and pans right after use is the best way to keep cookware in its best shape. We know that doesn’t always happen. Here are some suggestions for natural ways to clean cookware.

For stainless steel cookware, make a paste of baking soda and hot water. Rub with a soft sponge or cloth.

For copper pots and pans, dip a halved lemon in a dish of salt and rub directly on cookware. The citric acid in the lemon removes stains and tarnish. Rinse off or scrub with a natural sponge.

For nonstick pots and pans (which we don't recommend due to their harmful chemicals) avoid abrasives to preserve their coating. Hot soapy water and gentle scrubbing is best.

Points to Remember

If you want to clean with natural DIY cleaners, you can use recipes with simple ingredients like baking soda, vinegar, washing soda, essential oils, and fruits rich in citric acid.

Switch over gradually to using cleaners with all-natural ingredients. Start with just one recipe and see how it works for you.

If you’re concerned about previous or ongoing exposure to chemicals from cleaning supplies or other sources, consider our Chemical and Heavy Metal Cleanse Program™. This comprehensive plan will detox your body over 30 days using high-quality organic solutions, including Dr. Group’s Detox Foot Pads, as well as supplements that effectively flush out chemical and metal toxins.

Have you ever tried natural cleaning products that you made yourself? Share in the comments below!

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12 DIY Cleaning Recipes — From Hand Sanitizer to Floor Cleaner!

Benefits Of Using Natural Cleaning Products

Nature’s Best Cleaners: The Top Ingredients for DIY Recipes

Having these items on hand will keep you prepared for satisfying and safe house cleaning:

Baking soda

Castile soap

Essential oils

Hydrogen peroxide

Lemons

Rubbing alcohol (90 to 99% isopropyl)

Washing soda

White vinegar

DIY Eco-Friendly Recipes for Household Cleaning

These simple recipes for natural homemade cleaners are so effective,[2] you may never go back to store-bought products again! Choose organic ingredients wherever possible.

Window Cleaner & Surface Degreaser

This cleaner works great and is handy for quick daily cleanups of both windows and surfaces. Kitchen grease can be stubborn, but with a little muscle, these ingredients will do the trick.

Ingredients:

¼ cup rubbing alcohol (90 to 99% isopropyl)

¼ cup white vinegar

1 tablespoon cornstarch

2 cups of water

Directions:

Add all ingredients to a spray bottle and shake well to dissolve cornstarch.

Spray onto surfaces, including glass windows, mirrors, or surfaces such as glass tiles around the stove where cooking grease may linger.

Wipe thoroughly with a dry cloth for a residue-free shine.

Super-Simple Counter Cleaner

Keep this handy in a spray bottle for quick countertop cleanups. This also works well for bathroom surfaces.

Ingredients:

1 teaspoon natural liquid dish detergent

3 cups water

10 drops lemongrass or sweet orange essential oils

Directions:

Fill a 24-ounce spray bottle with 3 cups of water.

Add in the natural dish soap and essential oils. Shake well to mix.

Spray onto surface and wipe with a clean towel.

All-Purpose Floor-Cleaning Solution

Ingredients:

2 cups warm water

½ cup white vinegar

¼ cup rubbing alcohol (90 to 99% isopropyl)

3 drops Castile soap (non-oil based)

5 to 10 drops tea tree oil

Directions:

Combine all ingredients in a spray bottle. Shake to mix.

Spray liberally on the floor.

Wet the mop and wring well before applying to the floor.

Save any leftover mixture for spot cleaning.

Wood Floor Cleaner

This mixture acts as a cleaner and a floor polish in one step. The hot water and the lemon juice clean the floors, and the olive oil works to polish them. No rinsing required!

Discard the mixture when done. Because of the fresh lemon used, this recipe does not keep well.

Ingredients:

1 gallon hot water

¾ cup olive oil

½ cup lemon juice

Directions:

Mix the ingredients in a mop bucket.

Dip the mop into the mixture and wring mop very well before applying to the wood floor.

Let the floor air dry.

Discard remaining solution.

Bathroom Disinfectant

Ingredients:

1 ½ cup hot water

¼ cup washing soda

½ cup rubbing alcohol (90 to 99% isopropyl)

10 drops tea tree oil

5 drops of rosemary essential oil (optional)

Directions:

Add all ingredients in a 24-ounce spray bottle.

Swirl gently.

Spray onto shower, bathtub, or toilet surface and clean with a sponge or cloth.

A shiny bathroom is a simple way to start your day with happiness!

Homemade Hand Soap

Ingredients:

1 ounce grated organic bar soap

1 quart distilled water

5 drops essential oils for fragrance (optional)

Directions:

Slowly dissolve soap shavings on your stove over low heat and let cool.

Add essential oils if you’d like.

Pour into the container you’ll be using.

DIY Hand Sanitizer

After making the recipe, let it sit for 72 hours to ensure that any germs you introduced during the recipe-making process are gone.

Ingredients:

2 parts rubbing alcohol (90 to 99% isopropyl)

1 part pure organic aloe vera gel

Directions:

Mix the alcohol and aloe vera gel together in a large container.

Add a small amount to a travel container with a squeeze top for easy use.

Set aside for 72 hours to ensure any germs you may have introduced during mixing have gone away.

Homemade Laundry Detergent

Ingredients:

1 bar Castile dry soap (scented or unscented)

1 cup washing soda

1 cup baking soda

1 cup Kosher salt

30 drops essential oil (lavender works great!)

Directions:

Cut the soap into chunks to make it easier to process. Add the bar soap chunks to a food processor until finely ground. You can also use a fine cheese grater, though it may take more time.

Add other ingredients to the food processor. Mix until well combined.

Add to a large glass storage container.

Use a minimum of 2 tablespoons to a maximum of ¼ cup per load of laundry.

Refrigerator & Small Appliance Cleaner

This recipe is great for cleaning your refrigerator, but you can give all your other kitchen appliances the same treatment while you’re at it. This recipe deodorizes and cleans in one step.

Ingredients:

1 cup white vinegar

2 cups hot water

5 to 10 drops lemon essential oil

Directions:

Put water and vinegar into a 24-ounce spray bottle and then add lemon oil.

Spray on shelves and doors. Let it sit for a few minutes on dried food stains.

Wipe with a sponge.

Garbage Disposal Cleaner

Ingredients:

½ cup baking soda

½ cup vinegar

Directions:

Pour the baking soda into the disposal drain.

Slowly pour the vinegar into the drain.

Let the mixture bubble for and sit in the drain for ten minutes.

Turn on the disposal with the water running for 20 seconds.

For another option, add a half of a lemon into your disposal and grind for a fresh scent!

Natural Air Fresheners

Ingredient Suggestions:

Fresh citrus like lemons, limes, grapefruit

Fresh fruit like apples or pears

Fresh herbs and spices like rosemary, basil, coriander, lemongrass, nutmeg, cinnamon

Directions:

In a medium saucepan, simmer a quart of water with natural ingredients to permeate and freshen the air.

Make sure to add water as it begins to evaporate or turn it off. Set a timer.

Some aromatic combinations to try are:

Lemon slices with a sprig of rosemary and a teaspoon of natural vanilla.

Lime slices with spicy ginger root.

Sliced orange, a cinnamon stick, and a pinch of nutmeg or clove.

Cookware Cleaning Tips

Washing pots and pans right after use is the best way to keep cookware in its best shape. We know that doesn’t always happen. Here are some suggestions for natural ways to clean cookware.

For stainless steel cookware, make a paste of baking soda and hot water. Rub with a soft sponge or cloth.

For copper pots and pans, dip a halved lemon in a dish of salt and rub directly on cookware. The citric acid in the lemon removes stains and tarnish. Rinse off or scrub with a natural sponge.

For nonstick pots and pans (which we don't recommend due to their harmful chemicals) avoid abrasives to preserve their coating. Hot soapy water and gentle scrubbing is best.

Points to Remember

If you want to clean with natural DIY cleaners, you can use recipes with simple ingredients like baking soda, vinegar, washing soda, essential oils, and fruits rich in citric acid.

Switch over gradually to using cleaners with all-natural ingredients. Start with just one recipe and see how it works for you.

Have you ever tried natural cleaning products that you made yourself? Share in the comments below!

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What can I use to clean tar out of my pipe?e

Isopropyl alcohol and salt

Vinegar and lemon juice, olive oil

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How to Make Your Own Natural Disinfectant Spray

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I’m not big on sanitizing everything all the time, but some situations call for the big guns. This spray is like my homemade disinfecting wipes, but with a longer shelf life. It’s convenient, quick, and combines powerful essential oils with proven recommended disinfectants like hydrogen peroxide or alcohol.

I based this recipe on careful research from the CDC, EPA, Stanford University, and other sources, but of course I cannot make any claims as to its effectiveness on certain viruses or bacteria. This is just a formula that I personally feel comfortable using around my house when I need it. As with everything, I encourage you to do your own research and make sure any product you use meets your own needs and criteria right now.

Why Use Homemade Disinfectant Spray?

If you’ve read my other posts, you know that I don’t use antibacterial cleaners unless I absolutely have to (which isn’t often). I do buy certain pre-made natural soaps and detergent, but I also enjoy keeping things simple and mixing up what I need from a few simple staples in my pantry or cleaning closet.

Homemade DIY cleaning recipes also help avoid harsh chemicals because you know exactly what’s going into the formula. According to the American Lung Association, many chemical-laden disinfectant products are linked with asthma, respiratory problems, headaches, and more. Also some people can’t tolerate cleaners with fragrances and other ingredients, or simply want a more natural alternative.

Since I don’t use disinfectants very often, I came up with this disinfectant spray from ingredients and essential oils I already had on hand. It saves a trip to the store or storing another bottle in my cleaning closet.

Does It Really Work Though?

There are a thousand and one cleaning products recipes floating around on the Internet. So how can we know a homemade cleaner actually works and we’re not just getting peppermint-scented, salmonella-covered countertops?

Cleaners at the store are tested to make sure they do what they say they do and are effective. That’s definitely not the case with a homemade formula. However, we do know a lot about effective natural disinfectants from published research. Some natural ingredients are even on CDC-approved lists, with specific guidance about how much and how to use them.

Please, as always, do your own research (I’ve offered links below to mine) and seek your doctor’s advice for the best approach for your family.

Germ-Fighting Essential Oils

Essential oils are amazing little things that can pack a powerful punch. One reason why it’s so important to use them safely! It isn’t enough to say an essential oil is antibacterial or antiviral though and leave it at that.

Certain essential oils are effective against certain pathogens, but not others. For example, a 2020 article in Biomolecules reports clove essential oil works well against salmonella and E. coli bacteria. However, clove doesn’t have any effect on certain pneumonia-causing bacteria.

How Natural Disinfectants Work

Viruses work differently than bacteria because they hijack healthy cells and replicate. Some viruses also have a coating surrounding them, called a viral envelope. If we don’t use the right antiviral, it can’t break down the outside coating and inactivate the virus.

Here are some germ-fighting essential oils and how they work:

Oregano essential oil – antiviral, antifungal, antimicrobial. Also disrupts the viral envelope according to this study.

Clove essential oil – antiviral, antifungal, antibacterial and disrupts the viral envelope

Thyme essential oil (thymol chemotype) – kills coronaviruses and at the time of this post, a product containing thymol is on the list of EPA-approved disinfectants for SARs-related viruses.

Tea tree essential oil – antiviral against flu viruses, including H1N1. Antibacterial, including MRSA and other pathogens.

Orange essential oil – broad spectrum antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal

Red mandarin essential oil – antibacterial and antifungal

Lemon essential oil – antibacterial and antifungal

Keeping It Happy

Citrus oils like orange, lime, lemon, bergamot, and grapefruit can uplift the mood. Killing harmful pathogens while we reduce stress and anxiety? Score.

What Are the Best Natural Disinfectants?

Natural disinfectants do exist. Here are some of the options I’ve personally researched and used:

Alcohol

This is one of the most popular disinfectants used for hand sanitizers and hard surfaces. Many homemade products don’t have enough alcohol to work well though. According to the CDC 60-90% alcohol is necessary to make a disinfectant that works. (The reason I updated my hand sanitizer recipe.)

If we start off with 60% alcohol and then dilute it with water… we just killed the efficacy of the cleaner.

What About Vodka?

The average vodka is 80 proof, or 40 percent alcohol. Even if we use it straight up that’s well below the recommended 60 percent. If you opt for vodka it needs to be at least 120 proof.

Isopropyl Alcohol (Rubbing Alcohol)

Rubbing alcohol is available at pharmacies and most grocery stores. It’s cheaper than vodka and ranges from about 70-90% alcohol so it fits the bill for a homemade disinfectant spray.

Note: Sensitive noses may have trouble with the fumes from an alcohol-based spray. If this is you, opt for hydrogen peroxide instead.

Hydrogen Peroxide

This unassuming cleaner is hiding out in bathroom cabinets across the nation. Unlike alcohol, we only need a small amount of hydrogen peroxide to disinfect. Commercial preparations use .5 -1% total hydrogen peroxide, compared to 60-90% alcohol.

Peroxide attacks pathogens and is one of the few natural EPA-approved disinfectants. This cleaner also works against rhinoviruses, flu, and viruses that cause the common cold. A 1977 article, “Virus Inactivation by Hydrogen Peroxide,” reports it inactivates the viruses and stops them in their tracks.

There’s a catch though… according this article, hydrogen peroxide may not disinfect properly if the area has dirt and dust on it:

If it (hydrogen peroxide) comes into contact with other molecules like organics and soil that haven’t been cleaned before the disinfectant was sprayed, then effectiveness will degrade. Processes that include thorough cleaning before the disinfectant application will need to be a high priority when using hydrogen peroxide disinfectants.

Yes, it’s annoying to clean a surface twice (once for dirt and second for microbes), but that’s how this cleaner works best. Some disinfectants take up to 30 minutes to work, but peroxide can destroy germs in just one minute.

Thymol

Another EPA-approved natural disinfectant is thymol. Found in high amounts in thyme essential oil, this compound kills both viruses and bacteria. Approved commercial cleaners use a .05% concentration of thymol. That doesn’t mean we can just use .05% thyme oil though, since the thymol content varies.

Some thyme oil brands have as little as 26% thymol, while others can have 50% or more. That’s a huge difference when we’re figuring for only .05 percent! Plant Therapy is one of my favorite essential oil brands and they release the GCMS test reports of all their oils. This makes it easy to know exactly how much thymol is in their essential oil.

According to the EPA, wait 10 minutes before wiping thymol-based cleaners off of surfaces.

Important Note on Essential Oil Choice:

I’ve given several options for how to make this cleaner so you can use what you have on hand. Pick a base (hydrogen peroxide OR alcohol), and choose from the suggested essential oils.

Note: On average, Plant Therapy thyme oil has about 40% thymol. This means we need to use .58 ml or about 12 drops per 16 ounces of cleaning solution to hit that .05% concentration. It’s best to get the thyme thymol chemotype, but thyme linalool can also work. Since the linalool variety has much less thymol you’ll need to triple the amount used in the recipe.

Homemade Disinfectant Spray Recipe

A tough but natural sanitizing spray cleaner for when I don’t have disinfecting wipes on hand

Course Remedy

Prep Time 15 minutes

Author Katie Wells

Ingredients

Choose one of the following essential oil options:

For alcohol based recipe:

16 oz 120 proof vodka or rubbing alcohol

For hydrogen peroxide based recipe:

Instructions

In a 16-ounce glass spray bottle, add the desired essential oils.

Add the alcohol OR the hydrogen peroxide and distilled water. Regular tap water will quickly grow bacteria.

Close the top and lightly shake to mix.

Notes

How to use: Shake well and spray on surfaces to disinfect. Make sure there’s no dirt, dust, or debris on the surface before using. Wait 1-10 minutes before wiping off. Use on door knobs, faucets, light switches, and other often used surfaces.

This article was medically reviewed by Dr. Scott Soerries, MD, Family Physician and Medical Director of SteadyMD. As always, this is not personal medical advice and we recommend that you talk with your doctor.

Do you use a natural disinfectant? What brands or recipes do you like best?

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American Lung Association. (2020, Feb 12). Cleaning Supplies and Household Chemicals. Lung. https://www.lung.org/clean-air/at-home/indoor-air-pollutants/cleaning-supplies-household-chem

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sageinthegarden · 5 years ago

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How to Make Your Own Hand Sanitizer

No need to worry about shortages of hand sanitizer of cleaning wipes. You can make tons of it at home with simple and inexpensive household ingredients

TL/DR: Click here to skip to the instructions

We live in a bit of a rural area dotted with family-owned nurseries, citrus and avocado orchards, and flower farms. Most of the families have been here for several generations and many of my neighbors are well into their 60s and 70s. With the Coronavirus outbreak and the resulting hoarding insanity stripping store shelves, it’s been difficult for these older folk to get the food and supplies they need for what may be an extended stay at home.

That was the case when our neighbor called yesterday afternoon. She and her husband are in their 80’s and neither drive so they depend on grocery deliveries. But the local run on just about everything household had left them without basics like eggs, flour, cleaning supplies, etc. (thankfully, they were just fine on toilet paper).

Luckily they live next to us—quasi-homesteader, prepper, survivalist people who grow and preserve their own food, raise chickens, make bread and soap and all kinds of other hippy stuff. (No, we’re not hippies. We just like growing stuff and making things, and have the space to do it.)

We loaded her up with eggs, flour, dried beans, jars of tomato and pepper preserves, as well as fresh vegetables (go keyhole garden) and citrus. In the box of supplies I also put a little squeezy bottle and a 32 ounce widemouth preserves jar, both full of hand sanitizer.

She looked at the jar, then at me with a questioning look.

“It’s hand sanitizer,” I said. “I make it. As good as any brand from the store.”

The Aloe Vera colony in my garden: source for my aloe gel

After I explained that it was plain old isopropyl alcohol mixed with the gel from aloe vera leaves and that I had learned to make it in boy scouts, she seemed to accept that it was a useful camping item adapted to everyday life and not a weird survivalist compound thing.

But when I explained that if she dipped a cloth in the widemouth jar, she could also use it like a cleaning wipe for sanitizing counters, tables and sinks (like we did in the boy scouts), she went from merely accepting to downright pleased.

Later, it occurred to me that a lot of people might not know how easy (and cheap) it is to make your own sanitizer, so I figured I’d share the recipe with all of you who weren’t lucky enough to learn in boy scouts or on the internets.

How to Make Hand Sanitizer

All you need are a few items you probably have around the house (and garden if you’re using your own aloe), or can easily pick these items up at the store.

Supplies

Ingredients to make homemade hand sanitizer

Isopropyl alcohol

Aloe vera leaves (from the garden) or Aloe Vera gel (available in the skincare section of your store)

Jar with lid

Squeeze bottle(s)

Instructions

Alcohol-based sanitizers are 60-70% alcohol and 30-40% gel. So for simplicity, we just mix the ingredients in these proportions:

2 parts isopropyl alcohol

1 part aloe vera gel

Two ounces or two gallons, it doesn’t matter how much you make, just use those proportions, and it’ll have the right right in the antiseptic-to-moisturizer ratio. I like to use a 32 ounce preserves jar with ounce/cup measurements on the side because it’s more than enough sanitizer to last a while, and I don’t need another container to measure my proportions.

Step 1: Add the alcohol – Pour the isopropyl alcohol into your jar first. Aloe gel is blobby so it’s easier to pour it into the alcohol rather than the other way around (I learned the hard way).

Step 2: Add the aloe gel – If you’re using aloe gel from the store, you can pour directly into the jar along with the alcohol. If you’re using your own aloe, remove the skin from the leaves, scrape out the gel and put it in the jar with the alcohol.

Step 3: Mix – If you’re using the store gel, you can just put the lid on the jar and shake until mixed well. If you’re using fresh gel, use a fork or stick blender to thoroughly mix the aloe and alcohol.

Step 4: Rest and Pour – Once it’s mixed, let it sit for a few minutes so the bubbles settle out, then pour it into your squeezy bottle.

That’s it. Your own hand sanitizer.

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Ingredients to make homemade hand sanitizer

Aloe gel removed from the aloe leaf

Adding alcohol to the aloe gel

Mixing the aloe gel and isopropyl alcohol

Pouring the sanitizer mix into the squeeze bottle

Homemade hand sanitizer ready for use

As I mentioned above, you can also use a cloth with your sanitizer to wipe down, clean and sanitize countertops, sinks, fixtures, etc. The aloe/isopropyl alcohol combo does a nice job of making things shiny and germ free.

If you like this, share it with some friends. They can save money and stay healthy. If they ask where you learned it, tell them from an ex-boy scout.

#aloe vera #clean #coronavirus #covid-19 #hand sanitizer #sanitize #succulent

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mydopephotos · 5 years ago

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Cannabis Extracts

Cannabis extracts have been around for thousands of years. The first records date back to the year 900 on the arabian peninsula. These records indicate people made hashish but they did not smoke it like we do today, they ate it. Hash spread to the middle east in the 1800s, it was used in teas and tinctures. Around that time Napoleon's troops brought it to Europe from Egypt. This sparked up smoking clubs in Paris like the “club des hashischins” where famous writers like Hugo, Balzac and Baudelaire would smoke. Some of today’s extracts are very different compared to back then. This is because bud today can have over 30% THC and over 20% CBD. We can extract the resins on the cannabis flower. In the last few years we have found ways to extract the other parts of the plant that we want like cannabinoids, terpenes and flavonoids and leave the things we don't want like chlorophyll and waxes. There are two types of extraction solvent based and solventless.(with a few exceptions)

In this post we will be talking about solventless and solvent based extractions. First solventless, we say solventless because there is no chemical substance to stripe trichomes from the flower, instead water and ice or heat and pressure are used. Some solventless extracts include hashish and rosin.

A brief intro to hash making

This is the oldest form of cannabis extraction, there are many methods of achieving a hash like consistency. They are all very safe and easy methods, you can make bubble hash with some ice, water and some micron screen bags or bubble bags. You will also need a 5 gallon bucket and some cannabis. Mix it all up for a few hours then pull the bags out. Scrape the thc out of the micron screens and dry it out. The different screens make for finer and more concentrated hash,and the finer the screen the less plant matter. Dry ice hash, is another method that is used by a lot of new hash makers. For this method you will need a micron bag some bud and dry ice. Simply add the ice and bud in the bubble bag let sit for a few minutes then shake over a smooth easy scrapable surface. After you have shaken your flower scrape up the trichomes and press it in a pollen press.

Rosin how to press

Pressing Rosin is a rather new method for the cannabis community. Bud, hash and kief can be used to create rosin. Rosin keeps all aromatic terpenes and up to 70% thc. People are going crazy for it even though it has a low yield, it's very easy and most people can do it with what they have at home right now. While commercial rosin presses are sold, we can make our own with a hair straightener, cannabis and some parchment paper. Heat up your hair straightener on mid-low heat. While its heating place your bud in the parchment paper folded lengthwise. Once your straightener is hot place the bud between the hot plates and squish for 10 - 15 seconds or longer. There should be some rosin around your squished bud scoop it up and it's ready to smoke. It's rather expensive for the consumer to purchase since the yield is so small.

These are the two main types of solventless extraction that we see today both of these forms are very potent and flavorful. In our next post we will get into Solvent based extraction, what it is and how the different methods work and how why they get different end results.

Solvent Based Extraction

Finally, solvent based extracts, a variety of solvents can be used such as alcohol, isopropyl, butane, Co2 and ethanol. Some solvent based extraction methods include butane hash oil, supercritical Co2 and molecular separation. Most of these extraction methods are very high tech and costly.

Butane Hash Oil

Bho is a method that uses butane to break down the trichomes.In the early days you could buy something called a “honey bee extractor” it was made of pvc piping. You would stuff it with bud and blast a can of butane through it. Catching the THC rich butane out the bottom in a pyrex dish. This would later be known as open blasting. Since then we have created vacuum chambers called closed column pressurized extractors. These close extractors make it safe to “blast hydrocarbons.” This is how most shatter, wax, honey comb and live resin starts out.

Supercritical Fluid Co2 Extraction

Co2 is actually not considered to be a solvent since it is a gas until it is turned into a liquid. This happens between 1000 to 5000 psi then it’s considered a supercritical fluid. This method creates a high terpene extraction at 10%. Where as bho is between .5% to 3.5% terpene extraction. This is also how distillate is made, distillate is around 95 to 99% THC. It is very clean so clean that it is both edible and smokable. Most cartridges, gummies and lots of baked goods are made with distillate. It has changed they way we make edible, this is because of its little to no flavor. Now any food can be infused and it will not taste like cannabis.

Both solventless and solvent based extractions can yield high terpene and high cannabinoid products. It’s mostly just a personal preference. For me I love me some tasty BHO and smoking with a quartz banger. I am also a huge fan of hash and make pressed hash on a daily basis from what i get outta my grinder.

Thanks for reading, Scotty Frey

Resources:

https://meetharmony.com/2016/12/21/everything-know-cannabis-extracts/

https://www.thekindpen.com/14-different-kinds-of-weed-concentrates/

#cannabis #weed #extracts #concentrates #dabs #shatter #hash #wax #diamonds #terpsauce #sugarwax #co2 #distillate #closedloop #butanehashoil

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bittersweetjj · 8 years ago

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Bare Republic Mineral SPF 30 Face Sunscreen Lotion

Price: $14.99

Claims: Face the day protected! Sun and environmental stressors can affect the health of your skin year-round – so fight back with our lightweight and non-whitening, mineral face sunscreen. Zinc oxide and titanium dioxide protect physically, not chemically, providing broad spectrum UVA/UVB protection. Antioxidant-eick oils and plant extracts offer intense hydration and reparative benefits to help keep your skin looking its best, no matter the season. No parabens, no active chemical sunscreens, no synthetic fragrances, no worries!

Ingredients:

Titanium Dioxide: An earth mineral used in sunscreens that is capable of blocking both UVA and UVB rays; also used as a pigment.

Zinc Oxide: An earth mineral that provides protection from the sun and other irritants. When used in sunscreens, it reflects both UVA and UVB rays.

Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil (baobab): Moisturizer, which absorbs quickly into the skin without clogging pores.

Alcohol: Helps visibly tighten pores and control excess oil.

Aleurites Moluccana Seed Oil: Skin-soothing benefits.

Algae Extract: Act as thickening agents, water-binding agents, and antioxidants.

Allyl Heptanoate: It also adds a sweet juicy note to citrus flavors.

Aluminum Hydroxide: Acts as a skin protectant and opacifying (reduction of a clear/transparent appearance) agent.

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride: Mainly works as an emollient, dispersing agent and solvent.

Cyclopentasiloxane: A silicone. Mainly used as a conditioner, delivery agent, lubricant and solvent.

Dimethicone Crosspolymer: Silicone derivative used as a stabilizing and suspending agent or as a thickener.

Dodecane: Often used as an emollient.

Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract (Açaí palm): It is a potent source of antioxidants. It's rich in vitamins A, B, C, and E so it's going to revive the skin, heal damaged skin cells, and restore moisture.

Gamma Decalactone: It has an intense-peach flavor.

Glycerin: Helps to retain water to lock in moisture.

Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil (Sunflower): Non-volatile, non-fragrant plant oil used as an emollient. Ability to help replenish and soothe skin. 

Hydrogen Dimethicone: A silicone-based polymer that functions as a skin protectant and is also used for its smooth, non-greasy feel.

Isopropyl Myristate: Synthetic oil used as an emollient, thickening agent, or lubricant in beauty products.

Polysilicone-11: Functions as a film-forming agent. The film left behind has water-binding properties and leaves a smooth feel on skin.

Propylene Carbonate: Liquid used as a solvent and film-forming agent.

Raspberry Ketone: Aroma and flavor.

Silica: An earth mineral; used to condition and smooth skin, fill in visible fine lines and wrinkles, and to help absorb excess oil in skin; also used as a carrier for emollients to improve the feel of skin.

Stearalkonium Hectorite: Functions as a suspending agent.

Vanillin: Flavoring agent derived from vanilla. It has antioxidant properties.

My Thoughts: I don’t think I have ever met anyone on the planet, who likes the texture of sunscreen. I personally hate everything about sunscreen, well I don’t hate that it protects my skin from the sun. I hardly wear sunscreen because of the thick texture and how it feels on my skin. And don’t even get me started on the smell of them, it just down right gross. I hate sunscreen so much, I am forced to avoid the sun like its the plague.

If I had Bare Republic Mineral SPF 30 Face Sunscreen Lotion growing up it would have drastically change my outlook. Its a phenomenal sunscreen for my face, but I also use it on my neck as well. I received this special sunscreen in one of my Ipsy bags, I am not sure which bag but it was most likely a long time ago. I regret not trying it as soon as I received it. It comes in a white squeeze tube with a blue and yellow design on the top. The tube tends to squirt out too much product in lumps if I put too much pressure. The first mistake I made was not shaking the bottle before using. If the bottle is sitting around and I use it, the ingredients come out separated. It best to shake before using so the ingredients stays mixed together. Once the product is out of the bottle I am immediately engulfed in a coconut and vanilla aroma.

The texture doesn’t look different from most sunscreen however it feels different. Bare Republic Mineral SPF 30 Face Sunscreen Lotion is thin (not thick like others) and creamy. When applied on the skin is spreads out evenly. It absorb fairly quickly, once absorb the scent does go away. The sunscreen didn’t feel greasy on my skin at all nor does it feel like a moisturizer, this more of felt like I just put on a silicone primer. My skin has never felt so comfortable, it could work for any skin type. I’ve even used this under my makeup and its wasn’t altered at all.

What I didn’t like about this sunscreen is the reapplication process. First its not waterproof, its not even sweat proof. Second the sunscreen only last 3 hours max. With that rate this small sample bottle would only last me barely 5 days! I didn’t like the fact I would be only testing a product for only 5 days so I only used it once a day. Primarily in the mornings, I was able to stretch it out to 3 weeks. Even though Bare Republic Mineral SPF 30 Face Sunscreen Lotion doesn’t last that long I would still purchase it because its the only sunscreen I actually will use.

Pros:

Can used for face & neck

Received from Ipsy

Small squeeze tube sample

Coconut & vanilla scent

Thin & creamy

Spreadable

Quickly absorbs

Non greasy

Feel like a silicone primer

For all skin types

Doesn’t alter makeup

Cons:

Dispense product out in lumps

Unshaken bottle makes ingredient separate

Last for 3 hours

Not waterproof

Not sweat proof

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