Happy Monday, Friends! Have you ever made your own household cleaner? If you're interested in using natural ingredients that clean well and smell ah-mazing, check out this thrifty homemade healthier household cleaner made with items you probably already have in your home and garden
Maybe you've already discovered the many ways vinegar can be used to clean around your house. This recipe elevates the typical vinegar and water solution with citrus. Save your orange, lemon, and grapefruit peels and squeezed slices! Citrus fruits contain citric acid which neutralizes odors and is a super cleaner that works well on hard water and soap scum. Citrus peels also contain d-limonene which kills ants and other pests naturally! Simply fill a jar with citrus peels, cover with vinegar, and allow to steep for at least 2 weeks. This will make a concentrated citrus cleaner.
In the meantime, gather your herbs and rose petals for infusing the cleaner. Thyme contains thymol which is antiseptic and antibacterial. Rosemary and roses are also antibacterial and antiseptic.
After the citrus has steeped, strain it and set aside.
Depending on the desired, strength fill the bottle of herbs 1/4-1/2 full with the citrus concentrate. Top off with water and shake gently.
Saving citrus peels is already a staple, but infusing them with herbs and rose petals is next level. Bet it smells amazing instead of just smelling like a jar of pickles.
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