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I am an experienced teacher and homemaker that has tried and true ideas to use in your home and yard. We will begin with cleaning ideas that will make your home spotless quickly using non-toxic cleaners, giving you free time for other enjoyable activities in the beautiful Okanagan.
We will start with the kitchen and and then proceed to the bathroom.
Kitchen:
For the microwave, bring a cup of water with a teaspoon of baking soda to a boil. It will eliminate any cooking odour and make it easy to wipe off any food particles.
For your regular oven, you can wet a pumice stone and it will clean your oven faster than any oven cleaner and there is no waiting.
To clean any glass and mirrors use a coffee filter bought at a dollar store. Voila! No streaks or lint and the price is right!
If you have water marks on a wooden table, smear a little mayo on the spot, leave it for a few hours and wipe clean.
Bread is not just for eating! Remove crust from day old bread and use it to scour grubby finger marks from painted walls.
Use a black tea solution to produce a wonderful shine on hardwood floors. Steep 3 tea bags in a litre of boiling water for 15 minutes, then pour into a bucket and damp mop. Rinsing is not necessary.
Bathroom:
Make a thick paste with oatmeal (instant is fine, but sugar free) and apply with a soft cloth or sponge. Rinse to get a shiny clean tub.
If you have any vinyl items or tile flooring dip a clean cloth into plain lemon juice and rub into the stain.
To clean the shower, keep a spray bottle with vinegar handy and as you get out of the tub spray the walls and glass and wipe down. The film will be removed and the vinegar odour will evaporate in an hour.
Everything you need to make these natural cleaners is in your cupboard and not only will your home be clean and fresh but also less toxic.
Arlene Pilgrim is an adult educator with experience in various areas assisting people with personal and life skills. She has provided individuals with information on how to find a job, save time, save money and save energy for the past 16 years.
This article is written by or on behalf of an outsourced columnist and does not necessarily reflect the views of Castanet.
