May 08, 2026

Greetings!

You don't need a cabinet full of expensive cleaners, just a few pantry staples do the job just as good...and for a fraction of the price.

Did you know that the average American household spends over $600 a year in cleaning products? Most of that money goes towards the fancy bottles with impressive labels, but the truth is white vinegar, baking soda, dish soap, and lemon can clean just about every surface in your home just as effectively.


Let's get thrifty!
Kris

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All-Purpose Spray
1 part white vinegar, 1 part water, and 5 drops of dish soap
Use this to clean counters, sinks, stovetops, and appliances


Scrubbing Paste
3 parts baking soda, 1 part dish soup, and a splash of water
Use this to clean grout, tubs, tiles, and tough stovetop stains


Glass Cleaner
2 cups water, 1/4 cup white vinegar, 1/4 cup rubbing alcohol
Use this to clean windows, mirrors, and glass surfaces


Microwave Cleaner
1 lemon halved and 1 bowl of water. Microwave for 3 minutes. This will loosen grime so it wipes right off


Drain Refresher
1/2 cup baking soda, 1 cup white vinegar, and boiling water
Deodorizes and clears slow drains


Floor Cleaner
1 gallon warm water, 1/2 cup white vinegar, 5 drops of dish soap
This can be used on hardwood, tile, and laminate floors.

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