How to Make Your Own Disinfectant: Frugal and Green
- 1). RECIPE 1:
Fill a 16 ounce spray bottle almost to the top with water. Add 3 tablespoons of castile soap and 20 - 30 drops of tea tree oil, and shake to mix. The castile soap and tea tree oil can be found in a health food store. Tea tree oil has natural antiseptic qualities. This is great to use during flu season on doorknobs, sink handles, phones, and other commonly handled surfaces. - 2). RECIPE 2:
Spray full strength white vinegar around bathroom or kitchen to kill germs, then wipe with clean, damp cloth. - 3). RECIPE 3:
Combine 1/2 cup Borax into 1 gallon full strength vinegar to clean and disinfect surfaces. - 4). RECIPE 4:
Combine 1/2 cup Borax into 1 gallon hot water. Add a few sprigs of fresh thyme, rosemary or lavender. Steep for 10 minutes then remove herbs and cool. Store in a plastic spray bottle.
NOTE: Essential oils can be used instead of fresh herbs. - 5). RECIPE 5:
Combine 2 tablespoons borax, 1/4 cup lemon juice, 2 cups hot water. Combine the borax and lemon juice with the water in a spray bottle. Use as you would any commercial all-purpose cleaner. - 6). RECIPE 6:
Isopropyl Alcohol is an excellent disinfectant. Sponge on and allow todry. Use in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves. - 7). CHILDREN'S TOY DISINFECTANT:
Toys can be safely disinfected by wiping with white vinegar or mouthwash.
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