In dealing with severe chemical allergies, finding alternatives to the store bought cleaning supplies has been an adventure. In our society, we have become so accustomed to using the "Old Faithfuls", found in every store, it is hard to give them up. With 4 children, two with severe environmental allergies, everything I use for cleaning has to be safe, effective, affordable, and allergen-free!!
In searching "outside the box" I came across the idea of using VODKA for many household cleaning issues. (And here I thought its use was recovery from a rough day with above mentioned children and their friends!) It is amazing how many uses it has around the house!
Go unflavored and cheap as you can find!! Pure alcohol and water are the only ingredients! It works amazingly well & will surprise you!
Kills Mold & Mildew; Add Vodka to a spray bottle. Spray let sit for 5 minutes, and rinse:
- Clean tiles in bathroom/kitchen. *Excellent on soap scum!!
- Cleans the caulking around showers & bath tubs.
- Spray shower curtain, walls and tub. Will ease the job of scrubbing!
For these, soak a soft, clean cloth, squeeze out excess and rub:
- Removes the glue left behind from stickers and labels.
- Removes stains Removes hairspray from mirrors; can use on any glass surface without leaving any streaks!
- Shines glass, porcelain & chrome bathroom/kitchen fixtures.
Other suggestions:
- Kills bees & wasps
- cleans crystal & porcelain ornaments
- Kills aphids on house or veggie plants: rinse plant with water, then apply small amount of Vodka to cotton ball, dab on leaves-not for delicate plants like African Violets.
- Room deodorizer- great at removing cigarette smoke and pet odors; Mix 1 part Vodka to 3 parts water, spray, let dry
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