All Natural Homemade Cleaner: 3 Ingredients for Chemical-Free Kitchen
Clean smarter, not chemically!
All natural homemade cleaner used to sound like a lot of work to me, but honestly? It’s a total game-changer. If you’re tired of that “harsh chemical” smell every time you wipe down your counters, you are going to love this. With just three basic ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen, you can mix up a spray that actually works, smells like a spa, and is 100% safe to use around your food. Let’s get mixing!
Why Choose Homemade All-Purpose Cleaner?
I was honestly tired of spending money on chemical-based cleaner from the store. I have no idea about the ingredients / chemicals in a spray and it does smell chemical. I always had to care about food when I sprayed and cleaned the counter (I was really sick of it!).
Switching to an all natural homemade cleaner is one of those small changes that just makes life easier and of course better! Here’s why I’m obsessed with it:
Saving Money: You probably have the ingredients at home right now. No more overpriced cleaning stuff!
Peace of Mind: You can literally spray it while you’re cooking. No scary fumes or “keep away from children” warnings needed.
Less Plastic: You just keep refilling the same bottle, which feels way better than tossing a plastic jug every month.
Our All Natural Homemade Cleaner Ingredients and Benefits:
- White Vinegar: an effective, non-toxic, and affordable cleaner! – its acidity allows it to cut through grease, dissolve mineral deposits, and inhibit the growth of certain bacteria
- Distilled Water: acts as a base to dilute the vinegar, ensuring it’s safe for various surfaces
- Essential Oil (it’s your choice! – choose one or combo)
- Tea Tree: known for its powerful antibacterial and antifungal properties, making it highly effective for maintaining hygiene in the kitchen
- Eucalyptus: adds an extra boost of grease-cutting power
- Neroli: provides a calming, floral citrus aroma that masks the vinegar scent beautifully
Step-by-Step Instructions:
What You Need:
1 cup White Vinegar
1 cup Distilled Water
15–20 drops of Essential Oil (Tea Tree + Eucalyptus is a winning combo)
16 oz Spray Bottle (you can actually reuse any bottle you already have!)
How to:
Combine: Pour the white vinegar and distilled water into your glass bottle using a funnel.
Scent: Add your drops of essential oils directly into the mixture.
Shake: Close the spray bottle tightly and give it a good shake to emulsify the oils.
Usage & Storage:
Store your cleaner in a cool, dark place, as sunlight can break down the potency of essential oils over time. Always give the bottle a quick shake before each use to ensure the oils are well-distributed.
Pro-Tip: Avoid using vinegar-based cleaners on natural stone like marble or granite, as the acid can etch the surface over time.
Ready to Make Your Own?
Trust me, once you see how easy (and cheap!) it is to mix up your own all natural homemade cleaner, you’ll never want to go back to the cleaner from the store!