Alternatives to Toxics
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Clean without toxic chemicals and hazardous fumes! Here are few alternatives to hazardous cleaning supplies: |
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| General cleaner | 1 tsp. liquid soap, 1 tsp. borax, squeeze of lemon juice, and 1 quart water |
| Glass | 1/4-1/2 cup vinegar to 1 quart water |
| Air freshener | Simmer cloves and cinnamon, ventilate |
| Coffee cup stain remover | Moist salt |
| Hand-cleaner (paint removal) | Baby oil |
| Mosquito repellent | Mix 6 drops of each: Citronella oil, neem oil, catnip oil, black pepper, and lavendar essential oil into a 30mL jar. |
| Drain cleaner | Plunge. Follow with baking soda and vinegar. Let sit 15 minutes. Follow with 2 quarts boiling water. |
| Tile cleaner | Baking soda |
| Copper | Lemon juice and salt |
| Spot remover | Club soda, lemon juice or salt |
| Linolium floor cleaner | 1 cup white vinegar to 2 gallons warm water |
