Use these recipes to create nontoxic, green cleaning products that will save you big money. Here are just a few of the dangerous chemicals to avoid found in most household cleaning products: AlchoholNaphthalene, AmmoniaPDCBs, Bleach, Butyl, DyePhenol, FormaldehyclePropellants, CresolPetroleum distillates. 
Disinfectant Cleaner
1/2 cup borax
1 gallon undiluted white vinegar
This combines the disinfectant properties of borax with the strong cleaning and deodorizing properties of vinegar. The vinegar smell quickly dissipates and leaves your home with no odor.
Glass Cleaner – No Streaks
1/4 cup white vinegar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 quart warm water
TIP: Use a microfiber cloth or crumpled newspaper instead of paper towels for lint free results. Don’t forget to recycle to newspaper
Toiler Bowl Cleaner
Sprinkle about 2 tablespoons of baking soda into the bowl, then pour about 1/4 cup of vinegar, scrub with toilet brush
Tub & Tile Cleaner
1/4 cup white vinegar
1 gallon water
Vinegar removes most dirt and does not leave a film
Helpful Hints
Save time by making the cleaners in advance and storing them in reusable spray bottles. Remember to label the bottle! You can use a piece of painters tape and a permanent marker. Add your favorite essential oils to any of the formulas for fragrance.
