How to Clean Your Home the Natural Way

Sometimes (or very occasionally),  there’s nothing better than giving your house a thorough clean from top to bottom.  But have you thought about the actual products you clean with?  Every polish, spray and cleaning solution we use contains hundreds of chemicals, yet we spray them all over the surfaces we cook on and eat off.

Could there be a better way? Can you get the same results with chemical-free products?

The supermarkets offer many products that are good for the environment, toxin-free and natural, but why not try making your own?

Here's a round-up of some of the best natural cleaning solutions you can use, that you probably already have in your cupboards …

1. White vinegar

No cleaning hack is complete without a bottle of vinegar.  It’s a miracle ingredient and cleans stubborn kitchen grease and dirt as well as removing stains from clothes. It’s eco-friendly, biodegradable and very good value.

To make a white vinegar solution, mix 250ml of vinegar with 250ml of cool boiled water. Eliminate the smell by adding a few drops of your favourite essential oil, pour into a reusable spray bottle and put it into action.

Tip: As white vinegar is acidic, don’t use it on stone surfaces or metallic paint.

2. Olive oil

Not only is it delicious, but olive oil is a handy, chemical-free cleaning product and can be used to polish up items around the house.  Have your stainless steel pans lost their shine? Try adding a few drops of olive oil to a soft cloth and rub your pots, pans and even your sink. It can also make your patent, leather or rubber shoes shine again.

Tip: Spray a little olive oil onto the hinge of a squeaky door to get rid of the noise.

3. Bicarbonate of soda

Just like white vinegar, bicarbonate of soda comes high on the list of natural cleaning ingredients that are super effective and eco-friendly. It’s also a great way to get rid of bad smells. Mix bicarbonate of soda with water to get rid of dirt and grease in the kitchen or sprinkle it on a sponge and scrub pots and Tupperware that have stubborn stains.

4. Lemon juice

While freshly squeezed lemon make a delicious cup of lemonade, it’s also a handy addition to your cleaning supplies. Mixed with water and some rinds, lemon juice can remove caked-on dirt and grime and adds a fresh-smelling scent to your home. Pour it down the sink to clear out your drain or mix it with white vinegar and water for an effective floor cleaner.

We hope that  you have found these natural cleaning tips helpful.  Let us know how  you get on!