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Google Slides Presentation

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Types of Cleaners

Pros and Cons of DIY Cleaners

Do’s and Don’ts

Ingredients & Tools

Recipes

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Alcohol Cleaner & Odor Remover Spray

• 1 Part Warm Water
• 1 Part Isopropyl Rubbing Alcohol
• Optional: a few drops Lemon, Lavender, or Peppermint Oil

1. Mix in a spray bottle.
2. Shake before each use.
3. Can also be used on clothing and upholstery - leave out essential oils as oils can stain.

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Do not use alcohol-based cleaners on hardwood floors!

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Vinegar Cleaner Spray

• 1 Part Warm Water
• 1 Part Distilled White Vinegar
• Optional: a few drops Lemon, Lavender, or Peppermint Oil

1. Mix in a spray bottle.
2. Shake before each use.

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Do not use vinegar-based cleaners on granite counters!

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Castile Cleaner Spray

• 1 Cup of Warm Water
• 1 Tablespoon of Liquid Castile Soap Like Dr. Bronners
• Optional: a few drops Lemon, Lavender, or Peppermint Oil

1. Mix in a spray bottle.
2. Shake before each use.

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Do not combine vinegar cleaner and castile cleaner - vinegar will de-soapify the castile soap!

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Cleaning Scrub

• 2 parts Baking Soda
• 1 part Hydrogen Peroxide
• a few drops of Castile Soap

1. Mix in a bowl.
2. Use immediately.
3. Scrub into surfaces and let sit for 30 minutes.
4. Rinse with clean water.

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Store ingredients separately and use immediately upon mixing!

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Carpet Freshener

• 1 Cup of Baking Soda
• Optional: a few drops Lemon, Lavender, or Peppermint Oil

1. Mix in a bowl.
2. Store in a sealed mason jar.
3. Shake/stir before each use.
4. Sprinkle over carpeted areas and let sit for 30 minutes.
5. Vacuum up the powder.
6. Can also be used as body powder and dry shampoo.

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Hardwood Floor Cleaner

• 2 parts Distilled White Vinegar
• 1 part Almond Oil
• Optional: a few drops Lemon, Lavender, or Peppermint Oil

1. Mix in a spray bottle.
2. Shake before each use.
3. Spray on floor and polish with a soft rag or mop.

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Wood & Hinge Polish

• Almond Oil
• Optional: a few drops Lemon, Lavender, or Peppermint Oil

1. Apply to a soft rag and rub into wood surfaces.
2. Can also be used on door hinges to reduce squeaking!

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