We all love a fresh, clean home—but not at the cost of our health or the planet. Many store-bought cleaners contain harsh chemicals and artificial fragrances that can irritate your skin, harm the environment, or damage your appliances over time. 

The good news? You don’t need them.

With a few simple ingredients and the right recipes, you can make your own natural cleaning solutions that are safe, effective, and wallet friendly.

Pro tip: Always check your user manual before applying any cleaning solution—homemade or not.

Natural Cleaning Recipes for Every Corner of Your Home

DIY Oven Cleaner

What you'll need: Baking soda, water
How to use:
Mix baking soda and water in a 2:1 ratio. Spread it on the oven surface and let it sit for 20–25 minutes. For tougher buildup, let it sit for an extra 2–5 minutes. Wipe away with a soft cloth or sponge to reveal a sparkling clean cooktop.

Natural Dishwasher Cleaner

What you'll need: White vinegar
How to use:
Every 3–6 months, clean your empty dishwasher by placing a dishwasher-safe cup two-thirds full of white vinegar on the top rack. Run the hottest setting to eliminate buildup and odors.

Homemade Drain Cleaner

What you'll need: Baking soda, white vinegar, hot water
How to use:
Pour 1/2 cup baking soda followed by 1/2 cup vinegar down the drain. Let it fizz for 10–15 minutes. Then pour boiling water down the drain to flush it through. Repeat monthly for clean, odor-free plumbing.

Streak-Free Window Cleaner

What you'll need: 2 cups hot distilled water, 2–5 drops of mild dish soap
How to use:
Combine ingredients in a spray bottle and use on mirrors and windows. This solution is ammonia-free and safe for indoor use.

DIY Shower Cleaner

What you'll need: Equal parts white vinegar and dish soap
How to use:
Add the mixture to a wand scrubber and keep it in your shower for easy daily maintenance. It cuts through soap scum and mildew without heavy fumes.

DIY Toilet Bowl Cleaner

What you'll need: Lemon juice or borax (not boric acid)
How to use:
Pour lemon juice or borax into the bowl and let it sit for 10–20 seconds. Scrub with a toilet brush and flush. Safe, simple, and effective.

Washing Machine Cleaner (Top-Load and Front-Load)

Top-Loading Washer

  • Pour 4 cups white vinegar into the drum.
  • Add 1/2 cup baking soda separately.
  • Let the agitator run for 1–3 minutes.
  • Stop the cycle and let it sit for 45–60 minutes. Clean the lid, drum, and detergent compartment during this time.
  • Resume the cycle or run a second hot cycle to finish.

Front-Loading Washer

  • Pour 2 cups white vinegar into the detergent tray and run the hottest setting.
  • Follow with 2 cups bleach in the detergent tray for a second cycle.
  • Run a third empty cycle to rinse everything out.
  • Clean the gasket with hot soapy water and a 10% bleach/90% water solution.
  • Soak detergent trays in soapy water for 20 minutes, rinse, and return to the machine.

Bonus: DIY All-Purpose Cleaner

What you'll need:

  • 2 cups water
  • 3–5 drops dish soap
  • 1/4 cup rubbing alcohol

How to use:
Mix in a spray bottle (avoid wood surfaces), and use it on counters, tiles, appliances, and more. It cuts grease, removes stains, and leaves surfaces shining.

Clean Home, Clear Conscience

You don’t need harsh chemicals to keep your home fresh and clean. These DIY nontoxic cleaners are simple to make, easy to use, and safe for both your household and the environment.

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