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How to Make an All Purpose Cleaner

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By globewatcher
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This is an inexpensive recipe for an all-purpose cleaner. This cleaner can remove grease and dirt and it smells great. It is also non-toxic. This is a great way to help go "green".

Difficulty: Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • 1 pint white vinegar (500 ml)
  • 1 cup water (250 ml)
  • 20 - 30 drops of eucalyptus oil.
  1. Step 1

    Pour vinegar into a spray bottle and add the water and eucalyptus oil.

  2. Step 2

    Shake well.

  3. Step 3

    Use a small amount on a soft damp cloth and rub over the surface to be cleaned. This is non-toxic and there is no need to rinse.

Tips & Warnings
  • great on stainless steel
  • wood surfaces
  • plastic surfaces and countertops
  • tiled surfaces
  • great in all rooms.

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starlet67 said

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on 5/6/2009 Great tips for making all-purpose cleaner!Natural cleaners are better for you and the environment!5*

lynsuz12 said

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on 1/6/2009 I've used the vinegar to clean with for years, never tried the Eucalyptus oil. But i will now. Thanks. 5*

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on 8/30/2008 I'll have to try this. I already have the eucalyptus oil. I bought it because it kills fleas. It has a nice clean fragrance too. Thanks for the tips.

Aria said

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on 8/30/2008 This is a great tip for pregnant women or seasoned moms. A chemical free home is much nicer! Thanks

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on 8/19/2008 It does smell great, I love to clean as naturally as I can. Thank you for your comment.

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