KITCHEN COUNTERTOP CLEANING SPRAY (NON-TOXIC)

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Say Goodbye to Harsh Chemicals and Hello to Effortless, Non-Toxic Cleaning with this homemade Kitchen Countertop Cleaning Spray.

Do you ever stop and think about all the chemicals that you spray around your home? According to the Environmental Protection Agency, the average American household uses approximately 40 pounds of toxic cleaning products each year. These chemicals can not only harm the environment but also pose a risk to our health.

But what if there was a way to keep your kitchen countertops sparkling clean without using harsh chemicals? This all-natural and non-toxic solution is not only a better choice that cleans effectively, but also saves you money.

In this article, we’ll discuss the benefits of making your own kitchen countertop cleaning spray, the simple ingredients you’ll need, and how to use it to achieve a healthier and cleaner home. Get ready to say goodbye to harmful chemicals and hello to a cleaner, greener home with this easy and efficient DIY cleaner.

BENEFITS OF MAKING YOUR OWN KITCHEN COUNTERTOP CLEANING SPRAY

The EWG’s Guide to Healthy Cleaning is a great resource to learn about the ingredients in your store-bought cleaners and how they can affect your health. Sometimes even products that are marketed as healthier options, are surprisingly not. Check it out!

The kitchen, in many households, is the heart of the home. Our kitchen counters serve as the main meal prep area. If you’re using chemicals to clean them, you are not only breathing in those harmful toxins, but you are also ingesting them. Yuck!

Making your own homemade cleaners is the best way to ensure you’re not exposing you and your family members to any sort of harmful chemicals.

Also, by making a natural cleaner with just a few simple ingredients, you’re not just saving money on the product itself. In our home, we consider it as a factor in maintaining our health. Not using chemical-laden products that affect our respiratory system or disrupt our hormones are contributing to keeping our family out of the doctor’s office and spending less on medical bills.

EQUIPMENT NEEDED

• glass spray bottle
• funnel
• measuring cup and spoon
• clean cloth

CLEANING SPRAY, NOT DISINFECTING SPRAY

Vinegar and isopropyl alcohol (also known as rubbing alcohol) are amazing natural cleaners with disinfecting properties, however I do not enjoy the smell of either of them. There is definitely a time and place to use them, but I opt not to use them in my daily kitchen cleaning routine.

I am a believer that our lives do not need to be over-sanitized. This is the kitchen counter cleaner I use for everyday use, and it is just that – a cleaner.

If I was working with something like raw chicken on my countertop, I would first clean my counter, then disinfect it after. However, that is not an everyday occurrence.

When you need something with some extra antibacterial properties for occasional use, have a separate homemade disinfecting spray handy or pick tea tree oil as your essential oil of choice.

*Note – Tea tree oil is not considered safe around pets.

INGREDIENTS

Tap water – I prefer to use warm water as I’m mixing up this DIY spray. If you have hard water in your home, I suggest using filtered water instead. Hard water can leave soap scum residue on surfaces over time.

Liquid castile soap – Castile soaps are known for being great cleaners, yet gentle on sensitive skin. It is highly concentrated, so a small amount is sufficient.

Favorite essential oils, optional – I love using lemon essential oil or any type of citrus oils in a homemade kitchen cleaner. They are great at eliminating any odors and leave your kitchen smelling fresh and clean.

*Note – citrus essential oils are safe to use on granite and other natural stone surfaces because they do not contain citric acid.

HOW TO MAKE HOMEMADE KITCHEN COUNTERTOP CLEANING SPRAY

Prep spray bottle: Put funnel in top of clean a glass spray bottle so you can easily pour the ingredients without a mess.

Add ingredients: Pour water in, followed by liquid castile soap. Then add in the essential oils if using.

Combine: Secure nozzle on top and gently shake glass bottle to combine.

**Tip: The essential oils will accumulate at the top of your spray bottle. Gently shake bottle before each use.

HOW TO USE

Spray: Spray counter tops generously with your homemade cleaning spray. Wipe surface clean with a soft cloth.

SHELF LIFE OF KITCHEN COUNTERTOP CLEANING SPRAY

The shelf life of this countertop spray is 1 month. If you do not use the full amount in that timeframe, consider cutting the recipe in half.

PIN IT!

Making your own cleaners is a great way to bring peace of mind that what you’re putting in the air and on your surfaces of your home is safe, and not full of harsh chemicals.

You may just find this cleaning spray is not limited to your kitchen counters; you can use it on a variety of surfaces if you choose.

Try it out! Please share some of your favorite scents to clean your kitchen (using essential oils) in the comments below!

Blessings,