Air Freshener:
Dampen cotton balls with oil of winterfreen and place out of sight, but where air will touch them.
Disinfectant/Mildew Remover:
Dilute 3/4 cup chlorine bleach in 1 gallon water. Apply to tile and grout and scrub; wipe shower stall and curtain; rinse thoroughly.
Fixtures:
to clean stainless steel, chrome, fiberglass, ceramic, porcelain or enamel fixtures, dissolve 2 tbsp. baking soda in 1 quart water.
Floors:
For vinyl floors, damp mop with a solution of 2 tbsp. white vinegar to 1 quart water. For wood floors with a Swedish or polyurethane finish, use 2 tbsp. white vinegar per gallon of water.
Furniture Oil:
1 cup olive oil
1 tsp. lemon essential oil
Mix well. Apply with a soft rag. Wipe & buff well to a gleaming shine.
Kitchen Cleaner:
Just use baking soda on non-scratch surfaces and a vinegar & water mixture on other surfaces.
Rust Stain & Hard Water Deposit Remover:
Apply full-strength vinegar or lemon juice & let stand until spot disappears, then rinse. Repeat if necessary.
Soap Scum:
Apply baking soda dry, or as a thick paste. Rub vigorously with a wet sponge, then rinse.
Window Cleaner:
Put 3 tbsp. vinegar per 1 quart of water in a spray bottle.
Shoe Polish:
Use a little olive oil.
Spotless Dishwasher Rinse:
1 cup white vinegar
Add the vinegar to the rinse compartment of your automatic dishwasher. Be careful not to overfill. Wash dishes as usual.
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