Inexpensive Spring Cleaning

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“My idea of superwoman is someone who scrubs her own floors.”
Bette Midler

You can clean almost anything with these three simple, environmentally friendly, inexpensive ingredients:
Dawn, White Vinegar, and Baking Soda.

Non-Abrasive Cleaner/Deodorizer - Dissolve 4 tablespoons baking soda with 1 tablespoon Dawn in 1 quart warm water to clean and deodorize surfaces.

Glass Cleaner - Mix together 2 cups of water, 1/4 cup of white vinegar, and 1/4 teaspoon Dawn in a spray bottle. Spray on mirrors and windows. Wipe with a clean cloth or newspaper for a streak-free finish.

Floor Cleaner - Mix 1 to 2 cups white vinegar to 1 cup hot water in bucket. Apply with a mop to any type of floor, including hardwood. No need to rinse.

Carpet Deodorizer - Sprinkle carpet liberally with baking soda. Allow to sit overnight. Vacuum thoroughly in the morning.

Tub/Tile Cleaner - Fill a spray bottle 1/4 full with Dawn and add white vinegar to fill. Shake bottle to mix. Spray. Allow to sit up to one hour if necessary. Scrub and rinse well.

Toilet Bowl Cleaner - Mix 1/4 cup baking soda, 1/4 cup Dawn, and 1/4 cup water. Let sit on the toilet bowl for up to 2 hours if necessary. Clean with a toilet brush, and flush.

Drain Cleaner - Once a week, pour 1/4 cup baking soda, then 1/2 cup white vinegar. Wait 20 minutes; then pour 1 gallon boiling water. *Do not use this method if you have used a commercial drain opener and it may still be present in the drain.*

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