Environmentally Friendly Household Cleaning Recipes
Removing crayon, pencil or ink from upholstery: To remove pencil, crayon or ink marks from upholstery, use dry baking soda. Use a hairbrush or similar brush to rub baking soda and remove the marks.
Floor cleaner: Mix 1 cup white vinegar with 2 gallons hot water. For greasy floors, add ¼ cup washing soda and 1 tablespoon vegetable-oil-based soap to the above mixture. To add shine, add a bit of skim milk.
Mildew Remover:To remove mildew from bathtubs, bathroom curtains and tile, make a mixture of one-half cup vinegar, one-half cup of Borax cleaning detergent, and 2 cups of water. Pour it on the dirty areas and let it sit for a few minutes, and then scrub with a cloth. If mildew is still visible, use the mixture twice.
Tub and Tile Cleaner:Mix ½ tsp. Washing Soda, 1 tsp. Borax, ½ tsp. Vegetable-Based Liquid Soap, 3 tbs. Vinegar, and 2 c Hot Water in a spray bottle. Apply to the desired area and scrub. If spray nozzle clogs, use less washing soda and borax.
Coffee and chocolate stains: To remove coffee and chocolate stains, mix one teaspoon of white vinegar in one quart of cold water. Sponge on stain and wipe clean.
