household & cleaning

57 Homemade, Non-Toxic Cleaning Products

We know we live in a toxic world and we know the stuff makes us sick. Run down immune systems, skin rashes, chemical sensitivities… these are just some of the conditions that plague our families.

What’s a homemaker to do? Make her own, of course.

Homemade cleaners are healthier for our families, help keep our soil and water clean, and we save money, too.

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Just below, is an amazing line-up of 57 — yes, 57 — natural, homemade, non-toxic cleaners! Granite cleaner, dryer balls, drain clear, stain remover, dishwasher tabs, jewelry cleaner, stinky shoe solution… and bunches more!

In the comments, be sure to share your favorite homemade, non-toxic cleaners.

Homemade Cleaning Solution #1: Why Homemade?

Are you cleaning with conventional, store-bought household cleaners? You may want to think twice about using them. Why? They are toxic household cleaners. Check out the labels. There are often warning signs of toxicity and instructions to call Poison Control if ingested or exposed to skin. Via dontmesswithmama.com.

Homemade Cleaning Solution #2: Laundry Detergent Tabs

There’s lots of good reasons to make your own laundry detergent. It’s less expensive, it has less irritants for the skin, it’s better for the environment, it has more natural ingredients, you name it. Via pinsandprocrastination.com.

Homemade Cleaning Solution #3: Granite Cleaner

Is your expensive granite cleaner leaving cloudy residue and streaks? This homemade granite cleaner is better than any store bought and it leaves the granite so shiny! It’s inexpensive to make and you probably have everything you need on hand. Via number-2-pencil.com.

Homemade Cleaning Solution #4: Deep Clean Naturally

Whether you do it once a year or more often, setting aside time for deep cleaning your home is an important part of the cleaning duties that come with being a homemaker. Why? Because as imperfect–and sometimes overwhelmed–homemakers, we can’t get it all done in our everyday routines . Via thehumbledhomemaker.com.

Homemade Cleaning Solution #5: Clogged Drain Remedy

This approach is effective, non-toxic, and less damaging to your pipes (and wallet!) than commercial drain cleaners. Via bobvila.com.

Homemade Cleaning Solution #6: All Purpose Pine Cleaner

Not only are the ingredients in this pine cleaner familiar and easy-to-find, the recipe is quick and gets the job done! Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.

Homemade Cleaning Solution #7: Clean With Lemons

Lemons have natural essential oils in the peels and they’re full of citric acid which is a natural disinfectant – perfect for cleaning! Via cleanmama.net.

Homemade Cleaning Solution #8: Furniture Dusting Spray

This homemade furniture dusting spray is a money saving and natural replacement for commercial cleaners like Endust or Pledge. Via themakeyourownzone.com.

Homemade Cleaning Solution #9: Jewelry Cleaner

Better for the environment and a money saver. This works well for gold-filled, brass, german (nickel) silver, and sterling silver. Via food.com.

Homemade Cleaning Solution #10: Soft Scrub Cleanser

Mix up your own antibacterial soft scrub cleanser in just 3 minutes. Via onegoodthingbyjillee.com.

Homemade Cleaning Solution #11: Detox the Air

As well as absorbing carbon dioxide and releasing oxygen, as all plants do, these plants also eliminate significant amounts of benzene, formaldehyde, and/or trichloroethylene. NASA researchers suggest efficient air cleaning is accomplished with at least one plant per 100 square feet of home or office space. Via holistichealthnaturally.com.

Homemade Cleaning Solution #12: Dishwasher Soap

These dishwasher soap is an environmentally friendly cleaning product that is effect, cost efficient, and good for your household. Via easy-home-made.com.

Homemade Cleaning Solution #13: Stainless Steel Cleaner

Clean your stainless steel and keep it shiny with this easy cleaning solution. Via seasonedhomemaker.com.

Homemade Cleaning Solution #14: Non-Toxic Toilet Bowl Cleaner

Create an inexpensive nontoxic toilet bowl cleaner in 11 seconds or less. Via livelikeyouarerich.com.

Homemade Cleaning Solution #15: Keep Your Cleaners Organized

When switching to non-toxic and homemade cleaners it’s important to be organized in order to minimize the effort it takes to make your homemade cleaners, and maximize the likelihood that you will have your cleaners made and ready to go, right when you need them. Via lifeyourway.net.

Homemade Cleaning Solution #16: Carpet Deodorizer

Have you ever bought those canisters of carpet deodorizer…well, if so, you can make a homemade version that I feel is much, much healthier, cheaper and deters odors and pests (like carpet bugs/mites, ants, etc). It also can double as a carpet stain remover. Via thethriftycouple.com.

Homemade Cleaning Solution #17: Foaming Hand Soap

Keep your hands clean with this fresh-smelling and super easy foaming hand soap. Via thehumbledhomemaker.com.

Homemade Cleaning Solution #18: Grout Cleaner

Clean grout with half the work, and no expensive special (chemical) cleaner to buy. Via makinglemonadeblog.com.

Homemade Cleaning Solution #19: Leach-Free Spray Bottles

Essential oils are often used in homemade cleaners unfortunately plastic bottles used with essential oils can leach the kind of nasties you’re trying to avoid by making your own cleaners in the first place. Solve this by making your own DIY glass spray bottles. Via mommypotamus.com.

Homemade Cleaning Solution #20: Disinfecting Wipes

Make your own disinfecting wipes. Via meganfenno.com.

Homemade Cleaning Solution #21: Clean Your Copper Kettle (and more)

Check out this little gem of a cleaning agent. So many uses! Via razorfamilyfarms.com.

Homemade Cleaning Solution #22: Save Money – Naturally

Wondering how to save money and use more natural ingredients to clean your home? Via Clean My Space.

Homemade Cleaning Solution #23: Non-Toxic Disinfectant Spray

Essential oils do the job of disinfecting in this spray. Via readfoodrn.com.

Homemade Cleaning Solution #23: Stain Remover

Mix together a homemade stain remover that will whisk away challenging stains, instead of tossing soiled clothes into the wash and hoping for the best. Via popsugar.com.

Homemade Cleaning Solution #24: Enzyme Cleaner

Have you heard of citrus enzyme? A citrus enzyme can basically clean anything! Via drkarenslee.com.

Homemade Cleaning Solution #25: Fauxbreeze

Help your house smell better using this frugal and natural spray! Via blessingsoverflowing.com.

Homemade Cleaning Solution #25: DIY Swiffer Wet Pads

Save money with these homemade Swiffer pads and non-toxic cleanser. Via happymoneysaver.com.

Homemade Cleaning Solution #26: Find a Few Favorites

You’ll love this handy infographic and cleaning recipes to help you with all of your household cleaning needs. Via atypicalenglishhome.com.

Homemade Cleaning Solution #27: All Purpose Cleaner

This is the type of cleaner you can spray, wipe, and leave. Perfect for general purpose cleaning throughout the house — kitchen, bathroom, dusting and more! Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.

Homemade Cleaning Solution #28: Clean Your Oven

Get a clean oven with only baking soda and water. Via whatsupfagans.com.

Homemade Cleaning Solution #29: Wool Dryer Balls

Looking for an all-natural alternative to store-bought dryer sheets? Wool dryer balls are your answer! Not only are wool dryer balls all-natural, they’re so easy to make! Via livesimply.me.

Homemade Cleaning Solution #30: “Boy Bathroom Smell”

If you have boys, you likely know *exactly* the smell we are talking about. 😉 Get rid of it! Via askannamoseley.com.

Homemade Cleaning Solution #31: Refresh the Garbage Disposal

If at times your sink doesn’t quite smell like a field of flowers, this is for you! Via madefrompinterest.net.

Homemade Cleaning Solution #32: Powdered Soap Nuts Laundry Detergent

This recipe is great for clothes and cloth diapers and does not contain borax. Via theecofriendlyfamily.com.

Homemade Cleaning Solution #33: Restore Wood Floors

Mix up your own non-toxic floor restorer. Via brendid.com.

Homemade Cleaning Solution #34: Remove Crayon

Has your child discovered the joy of crayons? This is a super easy way to remove crayon from painted surfaces. Via theprairiehomestead.com.

Homemade Cleaning Solution #35: Dishwasher Rinse Aid

Get super clean and shiny dishes with this DIY rinse aid. Via wholenewmom.com.

Homemade Cleaning Solution #36: Clean Your Coffee Pot

Give your coffee pot a good cleaning for the best tasting coffee. Via stacymakessense.com.

Homemade Cleaning Solution #37: Improve Your Air

There are many reasons for using essential oils, such as for medicinal purposes, increased mental focus, or simply wanting a nice fragrance for the living room. Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.

Homemade Cleaning Solution #38: Rejuvenate Your Fridge

Clean stainless steel surfaces — like the fridge door — with a simple solution that’s non-toxic, cheap, and works as well on lettuce as it does on stainless steel. Via David Suzuki Foundation.

Homemade Cleaning Solution #39: Clean Just About Anything

Homemade or “Green” cleaners are all the rage, particularly by people who are looking for safer ways to keep their homes clean without the use of harsh chemicals. There are so many recipes out there that it can be hard to find the one that you need for your specific cleaning tasks. Via diyncrafts.com.