DISHWASHER POWDER RECIPE
WHY NOT USE ESSENTIAL OILS?
I choose not to use essential oils in my dishwasher detergent. Essential oils lose their scent in very hot conditions. Quality essential oils are expensive, so I use them elsewhere. It is up to the individual whether or not to add a fragrance to the detergent.
HOMEMADE DISHWASHER DETERGENT
This versatile powder can also be used to hand wash dishes. A bit of vinegar added to the rinse water in the sink will rid dishes of any oily residue.
ALWAYS HAVE A SOAPY SPONGE:
Next to my kitchen sink, I keep a bar soap dish resting on top of a clean sponge. The bottom of the soap dish has holes for drainage. As the bar soap dries, some soapy water drips onto the sponge. The sponge is already soapy when I need to spot clean a container.
This article is for the information of the reader. The reader assumes all risk and is encouraged to utilize these suggestions with discretion.
DO IT YOURSELF SPRAY CLEANERS AND SCOURING POWDER
while having a clean home. Several areas in our home can be cleaned with the following formulations.
SCRUBBING POWDER
VINEGAR SPRAY & RINSE
This really shines ceramic surfaces. Vinegar is a good degreaser and discourages bacterial. This spray alone is useful for wiping down surfaces like tables, counters and glass. Used as a spray after showers and baths, your vinegar spray can help discourage the growth of mold.
DISINFECTANT & HARD SURFACE (GLASS, METAL ETC) CLEANER
MOLD AND SOAP SCUM TREATMENT
Soap scum and mold can be a problem in homes with hard water. Two parts water mixed with one part Hydrogen Peroxide is a good pre-treatment for these stains. Store in a spray bottle that you use to mist affected surfaces. Allow the solution to sit undisturbed for an hour and follow with scouring powder.
These ideas are presented only for your information. Using any of these suggestions must be done with good judgment at the risk of the reader.
