Natural Cleaning products you can make at home
�� To clean your oven, use a mixture of ammonia and water. The solution may be stored in a spray bottle. For tough stains, apply a mixture of baking soda and water directly to the stains, and let the mixture stand for several minutes before wiping.
�� To remove furniture polish build-up on your furniture, mix 1/2 cup water and 1/2 cup vinegar. Moisten a soft cloth with the mixture and wipe furniture clean.
�� Baking soda can be used to remove crayon marks from walls and painted furniture. Sprinkle on a damp sponge and scrub gently so you don’t damage the paint or wallpaper.
�� To clean all types of woodwork, make a mixture of 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 4 tablespoons white vinegar, and 1 quart warm water. Apply with a soft cloth and dry with a separate, clean cloth.
�� Window and glass cleaner: Mix 1 tablespoon vinegar or lemon juice with 1 quart water, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, 1/2 cup white vinegar, and 1 gallon water.
�� Window cleaner: 1 tsp. dish soap, 1/2 c. ammonia, 1 c. rubbing alcohol. Place mixture in gallon jug and fill with water.
No-wax floors can be cleaned with a solution of 1 cup vinegar per gallon of water for a shinier surface.
To clean wood paneling, use a mixture of 1/2 cup olive oil, 1/2 cup vinegar, and 2 cups warm water. Apply to paneling with a soft cloth. Dry with a clean cloth.
Remove stains from the toilet bowl by spraying with vinegar and spraying.
To remove stubborn stains from most surfaces, use a baking soda paste (3 parts baking soda, one part water). Apply, let stand, then scrub or wipe clean.
Children's toys can be cleaned using 1 / 4 cup baking soda in 1 quart warm water. Submerge in this mixture (or wipe with a cloth dampened in it), then rinse with clear water.
