Save Money With These 3 Simple Homemade Cleaning Products!

Store bought cleaning products tend to be on the expensive side recently. However, with a few simple ingredients, you can create effective, homemade cleaning products that tackle tons of tasks around the home for pennies! Here are some of our favorites.

DIY All-Purpose Cleaner

One of the most essential cleaning products is an all-purpose cleaner. It’s versatile and effective, but it doesn’t have to come with a hefty price tag. With just a few ingredients, you can make your own all-purpose cleaner on the cheap!

• Fill a reusable spray bottle with 2 cups of water.
• Add 1 teaspoon of dish soap.
• Shake well to combine the ingredients.
• Spray the mixture directly onto surfaces or apply it with a microfiber cloth.
• Wipe clean with an all-purpose microfiber cloth.

Using a microfiber cloth allows for more control, especially on delicate areas like electronics or sensitive countertops. This DIY cleaner is effective on most surfaces and  is super budget-friendly—perfect for everyday cleaning!

DIY Glass Cleaner for Streak-Free Shine

Cleaning windows and mirrors can sometimes feel like a daunting task, especially when it comes to getting that perfect streak-free finish. Fortunately, you can ditch the blue stuff and create a glass cleaner with just a couple household ingredients.

• Fill a spray bottle halfway with water and the other half with plain white vinegar.
• For a fresh scent you can add a few drops of your favorite essential oil—totally optional!
• Shake the bottle well, spray liberally, and you’re ready to start cleaning.

When cleaning glass, we always like to use a flat-weave microfiber cloth. This type of cloth is excellent for achieving a streak-free finish. The combination of vinegar and a high-quality microfiber cloth effectively lifts grease, grime, and fingerprints, leaving your windows and mirrors looking pristine.

Tub & Tile Soap Scum Buster

Soap scum is one of the toughest cleaning challenges in the bathroom, especially when it builds up on tubs and tiles. Instead of purchasing an expensive commercial cleaner try this make-on-demand soap scum buster.

• Mix half a cup of white vinegar with half a cup of dish soap in a clean spray bottle.
• Shake the bottle well, and spray the solution onto the tub and/or tiles.
• Let it sit for 2 minutes, then scrub away the soap scum with a non-scratching scrub pad.
• Rinse and buff the surface dry to reveal a sparkling clean bathtub!

The Importance of Quality Cleaning Tools

While homemade cleaning products are an essential part of an effective cleaning routine, the tools you use are just as important, making a significant difference in achieving quality results in less time. Investing in premium microfiber cloths will help you clean quicker and more efficiently while also saving you money over time.

With these simple and cost-effective DIY cleaning recipes, you can maintain a clean and fresh home without spending a fortune on store-bought products.