DIY Homemade All-Purpose Surface Cleaner: Two Ways
The two best ways to make an all purpose surface cleaner. Use the spray of your choice to clean your whole house, from the kitchen and bathroom to living room. There's no job these homemade recipes can't tackle!
15-30dropsessential oil of choice (optional) lavender, peppermint, orange, or lemon, etc.
1 teaspoonSal Suds(optional) for cleaning grease, picking up dirt on surface
Instructions
Castile Soap All Purpose Surface Cleaner
Pour the water into a 16-ounce spray bottle (use a funnel, if needed). Add the castile soap and essential oil. Gently shake the solution to combine. Store at room temperature for up to 4 weeks.
Vinegar All Purpose Surface Cleaner
Pour all the ingredients (vinegar, water, and if using Sal Suds or essential oil) into a 16-ounce spray bottle (use a funnel, if needed). Shake the solution to combine. Store at room temperature for up to 4 weeks.
How to Use
Gently shake the spray bottle before spraying the cleaner on the desired surface. Spray the cleaner and wipe off the surface with a damp cloth (this is important when using the castile soap cleaner since it can leave a soapy residue if left to dry)! Do NOT use the vinegar cleaner on marble or granite.
Video
Notes
Castile Soap Residue: Castile soap can leave a white residue on surfaces if not wiped down with a damp cloth. Also, hard water can cause a residue on surfaces when the soap interacts with the water. If this happens, just wipe the surface with a clean, damp cloth. Rinse and repeat.
Lemon Juice Note: In the video, I add lemon juice (1/2 lemon, juiced) to the vinegar cleaner. If you plan to store the cleaner for a few weeks, I don't recommend this addition. If you'd like to add lemon juice, you're welcome to do so. Do not add lemon juice to the castile soap recipe as the acid will not mix with the soap.