The Magic Cleaning Product You Probably Already Have in Your Pantry

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Our household cleaning products are filled with chemical compounds that spread toxins into our homes and are bad for our health. There is an all natural magical solution that can clean unwanted dirt and grime without using toxins, and you probably already have it in your kitchen pantry. White vinegar.

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Replace your Windex

Mix 2 tablespoons of white vinegar and water into a spray bottle. Spray a generous amount of white vinegar on a paper towel or microfiber cloth and wipe off mirrors, windows, and silver to give them a clean and chemical-free glow.

Remove pet stains

White vinegar helps to neutralize odor and kills enzymes left over from pet messes. Combine one part white vinegar and three parts water into a spray bottle and put directly on the stain. Allow the solution to sit for 10-20 minutes before drying with a paper towel.

Clean your microwave

Submerge a kitchen sponge in white vinegar. Once the sponge is saturated with vinegar, place it in the microwave on high heat for two minutes. The solution will help remove stuck-on stains and odors from your microwave. Repeat every 2-3 weeks to keep your microwave bacteria free.

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Prevent mold in the shower

Keep a spray bottle of white vinegar in your shower or bathroom. Spray the mixture on the walls and tub after each time you shower to prevent bacteria and mold build up in your bathroom.

Make your own general purpose cleaner

Add a few drops of your favorite essential oil to a white vinegar and water solution to give your spray a fresh scent that doesn’t leave a chemical residue.

Want to learn more about chemical-free cleaning? Check out: “The Chemical-Free Way to Clean your Microwave That You Didn’t Know.“

Samantha Wachs