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STEP 15 – CLEANING TIPS

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Like many Frazzled Mums, HOUSECLEANING is no doubt a part of your daily domestic duties. And you want to use cleaners that are fast and effective.

Problem? There are so many toxic chemicals that are trying to find a way into your home. These chemicals can affect your breathing, give you headaches, and much worse.

And many such chemicals are found in your favorite cleaning supplies.

So why not look for natural alternatives that will do the job without causing side effects?

As we all know, some kind of cleaning has to happen in the home daily or a big mess will wait for you on the weekend! So take baby steps to tackle the things that are getting grimy and dirty with so many little (or big) hands all over the place. The recipes below are safe enough to let the kids help tidy the house.

ALL NATURAL SURFACE CLEANER RECIPE

• 4 oz. (100mls) Water

• 4 oz. (100mls) White Vinegar

• 8–10 drops Invigorating Blend

Pour ingredients into an 8 oz. (200mls) spray bottle and shake vigorously to mix well. Shake before each use. Feel free to multiply the recipe to make your desired quantity.

EO WINDOW and GLASS CLEANER RECIPE

• 3/4 cup. White Vinegar

• 1 1/4 cup. warm Distilled Water

• 4 drops Lemon Essential Oil

Mix all ingredients in a 16 oz. (400ml) glass spray bottle. Spray glass and wipe with a crumpled newspaper for a streak-free shine.

DIY CARPET DEODORISER RECIPE

• 15 drops Essential Oils (see combination ideas below)

• 1 cup. Baking Soda

Mix well and let sit for 20 minutes. Add to a shaker jar and sprinkle on carpet as desired. Let it settle into the carpet for 20 minutes before vacuuming up.

ESSENTIAL OIL VARIATIONS FOR CARPET DEODORISER

• For Pet Lovers – 10 drops PURIFY Cleaning Blend / 5 drops ON GUARD Protective Blend

• Holiday Memories – 10 drops Wild Orange Essential Oil / 5 drops Cinnamon Essential Oil

• Sweet Peace – 10 drops Lavender Essential Oil / 5 drops Cedarwood Essential Oil

• Mojito Mist – 10 drops Lime Essential Oil / 5 drops Peppermint Essential Oil

QUESTION – WHICH ESSENTIAL OIL SCENT WOULD BE YOUR FAVOURITE FOR HOUSECLEANING?