7 Easy Kitchen Cleaning Solutions That Aren't Toxic
1. Cleaning the Disposal
1. Cleaning the Disposal
Wipe out buildup and leave your disposal with a citrus scent using these homemade pods. Key Ingredients: Baking soda, lemons, vinegar, salt, and lemon essential oil.
2. Cleaning Counters
2. Cleaning Counters
The natural ingredients in this all-purpose spray not only cleans, but disinfects, too. Key ingredients: Vinegar, limes, lemongrass, and water.
3. Cleaning the Dishwasher
3. Cleaning the Dishwasher
To prevent a buildup of gunk and germs, scrub your dishwasher once a month. Key ingredients: White vinegar, baking soda, and dish soap.
4. Cleaning the Toaster
4. Cleaning the Toaster
Clean and de-crumb your toaster regularly — all it takes is a minute or two. (Just be sure to unplug it before you begin!) Key ingredients: Damp cloth or a toothbrush.
5. Cleaning Sponges
5. Cleaning Sponges
For a spick-and-span kitchen, start with the sponge. Go for the vinegar method in Option 1 or try the microwave idea in Option 2 (click through for the full tutorial). Key ingredients: Distilled white vinegar and water.
6. Cleaning the Refrigerator
6. Cleaning the Refrigerator
Keeping your fridge clean helps it run more efficiently, which in turn helps food last longer. Key ingredients: White vinegar and dish soap.
7. Cleaning Cutting Boards
7. Cleaning Cutting Boards
A little TLC goes a long way when it comes to your cutting boards. Key ingredients: Soap flakes, salt, lemon, baking soda, lemon essential oil, white vinegar, and mineral oil.
Bonus: Keep Bugs Out
Bonus: Keep Bugs Out
Fruit flies and pantry months in the kitchen? Totally unappetizing. We offer a slew of solutions to try to keep pesky bugs away from your food. Key ingredients: Apple cider vinegar, essential oils, white vinegar, and more.