For many people the bathroom is the least favorite place to clean. It may seem as though the only way to properly clean a bathroom is to use commercial cleaning products that are filled with chemicals strong enough to eliminate bacteria, germs, and odors. This is not quite true.
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Using an all-natural DIY cleaner in your bathroom can be a smart choice for several practical and health-related reasons:
1. Lesser harsh chemicals
Many commercial cleaners contain strong substances like bleach or ammonia. Natural DIY options (like vinegar, baking soda, or lemon) reduce your exposure to potentially irritating fumes and residues. This is especially helpful in a small, enclosed space like a bathroom.
2. Better for sensitive skin & allergies
If you or anyone in your household has sensitive skin, asthma, or allergies, natural cleaners can be gentler and less likely to trigger reactions.
3. More environmentally friendly
DIY cleaners typically use biodegradable ingredients that are safer for waterways and ecosystems, unlike some synthetic chemicals that can persist in the environment.
4. Cost-effective
Ingredients like baking soda and vinegar are inexpensive and multipurpose. You can make several types of cleaners from just a few items, saving money over time.
5. Less plastic waste
Making your own cleaner lets you reuse spray bottles instead of constantly buying new packaged products.
6. Customizable scents
You can add essential oils (like tea tree, lavender, or lemon) to create a scent you actually enjoy—without artificial fragrances.
7. Efficient for everyday cleaning
Natural cleaners work well for routine tasks like removing soap scum, deodorizing, and light disinfecting (though for heavy-duty sanitizing, you may still want stronger products).
The following homemade recipe is made with all natural products and has just as much fighting power to eliminate bacteria, germs, and odors as those chemically based cleaners.
What you will need:
1/2 cup baking soda
1/3 cup white vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon salt
*Important: First test an area to ensure that paste does not scuff the surface enamel. If it does then omit the salt.
Method:
1. Place all ingredients in a bowl and mix until a paste is formed.
2. Use a sponge and apply paste to sink, bathtub, and shower walls.
3. Rinse well with water and wipe with a dry cloth.
Have you used a diy all natural bathroom scrub before?
30 Comments
I love making my own cleaners! So easy and so much better for the environment. We are wanting to create a grey water system for watering our garden and you can't use harsh things for that.
ReplyDeleteNice idea, easy diy!
ReplyDeleteI absolutely love making my own cleaning products. They are much cheaper and better for the environment and my family a win-win really.
ReplyDeleteI'm starting to experiment with making my own cleaning products. I don't want the chemicals around my kids.
ReplyDeleteMy kids are the main reason I started making my own cleaning products! Homemade cleaners are just as effective so why bother having nasty chemicals in the home!
DeleteSince my boys were born I have been looking for more natural ways to clean.. thanks for this - will definitely remember this over the weekend when I clean the house!
ReplyDeleteMy two boys are also my reason for wanting to clean more naturally.
DeleteThanks for reading!
We have hard well water and it stains everything in the bathroom. So frustrating. I'm always looking for money saving ways to clean it. I wonder if the baking soda and vinegar method is strong enough to combat that. I have seen quite a few folks discussing this recipe on Pinterest. I might have to give it a try! Thanks! Chrystal @ YUMeating.com (non blogger site)
ReplyDeleteWe also have very hard water making the bathroom a challenge to keep clean. To be honest I did try many commercial cleaners prior to using vinegar and baking soda to clean with. What I found is the natural homemade cleaners are just as effective and sometimes even better than the commercial products.
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I'll have to try this. I hate the chemical smells of harsh cleansers.
ReplyDeleteMichelle F.
I must try this. I hate the chemical smell of "traditional" cleaners.
ReplyDeleteI need to try this out! I'm always looking for new ways to be more natural!
ReplyDeleteI'll have to try this, I love all natural anything :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a great way to save some money but more importantly no chemicals to mess with my asthma. I'm going to have to test this one out.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing. I have been making my own cleaners for a while now due to my asthma. I can't use products with harsh chemical smells. This recipe sounds a lot better than the one I'm currently using! Bookmarking it!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing this. I've never made my own cleaners, but I don't like that most you buy in the store are filled with chemicals. I'll have to try this.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing! I will have to try this. I don't like the harsh chemical smell of household cleaners either
ReplyDeleteI like this. I want to use more natural cleaning products too.
ReplyDeleteGood idea. I love the DIY cleaning ideas.
ReplyDeleteWhat an awesome idea! I love that it uses natural ingredients.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing!! This would be great to add to my bathroom cleaning routine.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great way to save money. Commercial cleaners are so expensive. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteI've been looking for an all natural cleaner! Thank you for sharing!!!
ReplyDeleteNatural cleaning products are the way to go. Thanks for sharing this!
ReplyDeleteI'm all for natural cleaners, thanks for sharing this one. I am going to give this a try.
ReplyDeleteI love making my own natural cleaners and especially when they work. Vinegar and baking soda are a staple for cleaning in my house. Thank you for the recipe.
ReplyDeleteLove it when I come across a helpful and useful tip! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteGreat idea! I don't like the chemical things that can be bought in our stores either. This seems to be an organic and nicer substance to use. I will definitely try this!
ReplyDeletePinning and sharing this - Love the natural cleaners and I bet this smells super good! Thank you for linking up to The Merry Monday Linky Party! Julia
ReplyDeleteBaking soda and vinegar have so many amazing household uses! I'm going to try this! It's so much better than the chemicals we unknowingly "clean" our house with!
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