The kitchen seems to be the place where family and friends always gather, it is the heart of the home. It is where we are sustained and it is also the most cleaned place in a home or business. So it would make sense that when you start to convert to green cleaning that this would be a good place to start. Most of switching over to green cleaning is simple, just switch to a nontoxic all-surface spray, but what about when you need to disinfect surfaces.
You can find non-toxic cleaner at most stores in their “green” section, but here are some cheaper and greener solutions that you can make at home when needed.
All-surface spray when you need a little extra:
16oz hot water
2 tsp borax
mix well then add
1/4 tsp liquid castile soap
Spray on surface let it sit for a minute or so then wipe clean.
If you need to disinfect areas (NOTE: this is not an FDA approved solution and we cannot officially call this a “disinfectant”
Mildew and Germ Killer
1 16-oz spray bottle
2 cups water
1/4 tsp tea tree oil
1/4 tsp lavender oil
Mix well and spray on surfaces to clean. Essential oils can be found at most health food stores and online.
Every little bit helps!
Recipe taken from Green Up Your Cleanup
