CLEAN...Naturally
Did you know that non-toxic vinegar is an awesome (and inexpensive) cleaner?
- A mixture of 1 teaspoon of liquid detergent and 1 teaspoon of white distilled vinegar in a pint of lukewarm water will remove non-oily stains from carpets. Apply it to the stain with a soft brush or towel and rub gently. Rinse with a towel moistened with clean water and blot dry. Repeat this procedure until the stain is gone. Dry quickly using a fan or hair dryer. This should be done as soon as the stain is discovered.
- Window cleaning with vinegar will make your windows gleam and will not leave the streaks on the glass. Mix equal parts of white distilled vinegar and warm water. Dry with a soft cloth.
- Wash painted walls, woodwork and Venetian blinds by using a mixture of 1 cup ammonia, ½ cup white distilled vinegar and ¼ cup baking soda with 1 gallon of warm water. Wipe this solution over walls or blinds with a sponge or cloth and rinse with clear water. Dirt and grime comes off easily and the solution will not dull the painted finish or leave streaks.
- Remove rings resulting from wet glasses on wood furniture by rubbing with a mixture of equal parts of white distilled vinegar and olive oil. Rub with the grain and polish for the best results.
- Clean the garbage disposal with vinegar cubes made by filling an ice tray with a mixture of 1 cup of vinegar and enough water to fill the ice tray and then freezing it. Run the mixture through the disposal, and then flush it with cold water for a minute or so.