Ten homemade cleaners with specific applications. Each one is cheaper, less toxic, and as effective as its commercial equivalent.

1. All-purpose: 1:1 water + white vinegar + 10 drops essential oil
2. Glass cleaner: 1:1 water + vinegar + 1 tsp dish soap
3. Kitchen scrub: baking soda + castile soap paste
4. Bathroom scrub: baking soda + hydrogen peroxide (store separately; mix when using)
5. Toilet cleaner: baking soda + vinegar + tea tree oil
6. Floor cleaner: 1 gallon water + ½ cup vinegar + dash of castile soap
7. Wood polish: 1 cup olive oil + ¼ cup lemon juice
8. Drain cleaner: baking soda first, then vinegar, flush with hot water after 10 min
9. Laundry detergent: 1 cup washing soda + 1 cup borax + 1 grated bar castile soap
10. Air freshener: water + baking soda + essential oil in a spray bottle

Safety

Never mix bleach and ammonia, or bleach and vinegar — produces toxic fumes. Label homemade bottles clearly; keep away from children and pets even though most are non-toxic.

Ten cleaners. Most households can replace 80% of commercial cleaners with these. Save money, reduce packaging waste, avoid the harsh fragrances in commercial versions.