4 Easy DIY Eco-Friendly Cleaning Recipes for a Healthier Home

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Jul 7
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Easy DIY Eco-Friendly Cleaning Recipes that are Tough on grime and gentle on the planet

4 DIY eco-friendly cleaning recipes — 4 Easy DIY Eco-Friendly Cleaning Recipes for a Healthier Home - Your guide to a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable home

Looking for a natural, affordable way to keep your home sparkling clean? Whether you're aiming to reduce your exposure to harsh chemicals or simply want to make greener choices, these DIY eco-friendly cleaning recipes are simple, safe, and super effective.

At Enjoy House Cleaning, we love sharing tips that help you clean smarter—not harder. These four homemade cleaning solutions use ingredients you probably already have at home!

1. DIY All-Purpose Cleaner

Perfect for: countertops, bathroom surfaces, stainless steel, and more

What you’ll need:

1 cup white vinegar
1 cup water
Juice of half a lemon or 10 drops of lemon essential oil

How to use: Mix all ingredients in a spray bottle. Shake well before use. Spray on surfaces and wipe clean with a microfiber cloth.

🟢 Eco Tip: Use a reusable glass spray bottle to cut down on plastic waste.

2. Streak-Free Glass & Mirror Cleaner

Perfect for: windows, mirrors, shower glass, and glossy surfaces

What you’ll need:

1/4 cup white vinegar
1/4 cup rubbing alcohol (70% concentration)
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 cups water

How to use: Combine in a spray bottle and shake before each use (cornstarch settles!). Spray on glass and wipe with a lint-free cloth or newspaper.

🟢 Eco Tip: Skip paper towels—use washable microfiber for a zero-waste shine.

3. Natural Scrub for Sinks, Tubs & Tiles

Perfect for: bathtubs, sinks, tile grout, and stubborn grime

What you’ll need:

1/2 cup baking soda
A few tablespoons of water
Optional: 5 drops tea tree, eucalyptus, or lavender essential oil

How to use: Mix into a paste and apply with a sponge. Scrub in circles, rinse thoroughly.

🟢 Eco Tip: Use an old toothbrush for grout lines and corners!

4. Gentle Floor Cleaner (Pet & Kid Friendly)

Perfect for: hardwood, laminate, tile, and vinyl floors

What you’ll need:

1/2 cup white vinegar
1 gallon warm water
5–10 drops of your favorite essential oil (lavender, peppermint, or orange)

How to use: Mix ingredients in a bucket. Mop floors as usual. No rinsing needed!

🟢 Eco Tip: Air-dry floors with windows open for a natural fresh scent.

💡 Enjoy’s Pro Tip:

If life gets too busy for DIY, we’ve got you. At Enjoy House Cleaning, we use eco-friendly, biodegradable, and non-toxic products in all of our services. You get the peace of mind of a sparkling home—without lifting a finger.