Yvonne Leedekerken combining baking soda and vinegar neutralizes the solution because one is basic and one is acidic. It essentially makes water and salt. If you want to use both you should first scrub with baking soda, rinse it and then use the vinegar. Otherwise it's basically useless after the foaming stops.
In this reaction, baking soda acts as a base, and takes a proton from vinegar, which is an acid. The reaction releases gas because when the baking soda receives the proton, it transforms into water and carbon dioxide.
I use a mix of water, rubbing alcohol and vinegar to which I add a tiny bit of dish soap and a few cleaning essential oils (tea tree, lemon, lemongrass, eucalyptus). I was using it just as a shower spray, but your video made me think of using it for other things... and I just realized it cleans glass and stainless steel like a charm! I will definitely stop buying other cleaning products now that I know how much this stuff is versatile!!! Thank you :)
Hi Sophie! I use white vinegar, water, a little bit of lemon juice, lavender essential oil and just a little bit of coconut oil, because it makes wooden surfaces very smooth :) if you have some recipe for a good soap/cleaner to wash dishes with, please share that, I'm in desperate need :)
I have recently gotten into a more sustainable lifestyle and came across your videos. I made your toothpaste and this cleaner already and I’m loving the results. Thank you for sharing!
I just stopped in to get another recipe for cleaning. I like this. Mind you, I am allergic to citrus fruits but I figure that I can use gloves and I won't be consuming it so I should be fine. I do like the scents tho. My recipe was lavender oil, small bits of lavender, ground sage (now I know that I should use fresh sage leaves - it will take a while to use it all), crushed spearmint leaves (I will use fresh whole ones next time too), eucalyptus oil, and vinegar (of course). Hopefully this will help someone. I plan to continue to create different scents now that I will be an Airbnb host.
Hey Sophie I’m thinking about using grapefruit purely because the smell of grapefruit makes me feel so refreshed in the morning. I could also eat grapefruit for England! 😂😂😂
ps. Just used your cleaner and its awesome. thank you again. For glass you can use basic recipe. Vinegar and water. 2 to one ratio. try cleaning your windows with newspaper as well as your mirrors
Unfortunately the microfibre clothes are not as good as we thought. Apparently the small particles never dissolve and stay in the water and make their way to the ocean (it was discovered that fish confuse it with food and it eat it)... you can have a read about it or maybe someone else could explain it better than me.. :) I however stopped buying microfibre clothes for that reason
I love the idea of pitting cinnamon into the cleaning spray. I bet it smells really nice infused with the oranges. Wish my daughter wasn't allergic to cinnamon!
Good video! I do this to with homemade apple cider vinegar...I infuse with woody herbs from the garden...often rosemary as I also use it as a hair rinse. Only thing I would suggest is that you go with an old fashioned tea towel or scrim made of cotton or linen. Microfibre cloths are basically made of plastics and I'm now trying to avoid buying manmade fabrics or putting them through my washing machine as new research into microplastic pollution indicates that this is a serious problem.
Hi Sophie, I love the idea of putting cinnamon sticks and orange peel in your vinegar. One recipe I have for cleaning is vinegar and dawn detergent (50:50 mixture) for my shower stall and glass. It works wonders. Now I am not sure if Dawn is toxic to the environment, but your video made me wonder. If so, any suggestions about dish detergents?
Don't go out and buy microfiber cloths (they contain microplastics), but if you have them-use them. I know there's also things like Coral Balls to collect microplastics in your wash machine.
Thank you for sharing, I'll definitely try it with pink grapefruit and a drop of lavender essential oil! But the orange cinnamon combination seems to be quite a yummy smell as well for Fall and winter.
Thank you so much for this. I have been looking for some natural products around here, but there there is´nt that many options without the plastic. I will definitely be using his from now on. Thank you again, foe the great Ideas you have on your channel.
I have a lemon tree in my backyard and I was wondering if I could just use the lemons for that lemony clean scent of most cleaning products? Edit: just got to the part where you said we could use and citrus so I guess I’m gonna start making this :)
Hi @Blue Ollis! I was wondering if I can use this recipe for cleaning my toilet? Please get back to me and thank you for sharing this video with me it’s really helpful and I appreciate it.🌱
Microfiber discards tiny plastic bits when washed, how is that zero waste? I am just curious, because I am concerned with all the plastic waste in general.
Hmm, I didn't know that. I always just hand wash mine. It's low waste because it'll last me many, many years (if not forever) so I wont need to purchase cloths or toss newspapers away after each use.
You can always use towels/t-shirts/bedding that is worn and you would toss away otherwise. You wouldn't necessarily need to buy anything. Microfiber is really bad for the environment. www.theguardian.com/sustainable-business/2014/oct/27/toxic-plastic-synthetic-microscopic-oceans-microbeads-microfibers-food-chain
You should just use fabrics like cotton, bamboo, etc. Materials that have plastics in them (polyester, rayon, microfiber, etc.) do create microplastics when washed (even hand washed) and then these end up in our water ways. Same thing goes for any clothes, towels, blankets, etc. that are made out of these materials.
Just saw this comment and thought I would throw this out there since it was something that I have recently seen. There is a Kickstarter campaign going on right now by Rosalia Project to get funding for the Cora Ball, which is a microfiber catching laundry ball. Ships to anywhere in the world evidently. I would agree though with the most previous comment, that it is best to use more eco friendly fabrics anyway, but if for some reason you cannot then I guess there is a new budding solution. :) good day!
Taylor Vierra Hi! rayon is not plastic, it' s plant based. But it's really not that enviromentally friendly either if you don't buy it second hand... Here's one article about it.. ecocult.com/greenwashing-alert-that-natural-fabric-made-from-plants-might-be-toxic/
You can dilute with water for a more gentle solution or for every day use or keep it 100% vinegar for tougher things like limescale removal and stains.
Isn't microfiber not at all eco-friendly? They're made from polyester and other petrochemical polymers, (which don't biodegrade) Do you get eco-friendly microfiber? Am I missing something? The bits from cotton cloths are quite easy to wipe away when they're dry...? I love the cleaning product recipe, though. I'll definitely be making a bottle of that.
Love how easy this recipe is!!(: I usually make my spray half water and half vinegar with some lemon and tea tree essential oils, but I waste a lot of tangerine peels so this is gonna be fun to try, thank you! My parents put baking soda in theirs, I’m not sure if that scratches mirrors or not?
Wouldn’t using essential oil or coconut oil in the ingredients cause for streaks in the glass? Thank you. Just curious because I’ve been reading some comments.
Hmm... I'm not sure I exactly understand what you mean. What do you mean it 'dies'? I've had my spray bottle for many years and it still works good as new.
Thanks for this! It looks super easy to make, I will definitely give it a go once my store-bought cleaning product finishes. It would be great to see a video with cleaning products/tools you use, as I am currently try to make swaps around the house but don't know which is best. For example, what is the best tool to clean dishes rather than the usual sponge? And how about the bathroom? Would this cleaning product help remove bacteria etc..? Would you still use microfibre cloth in the bathroom too? Sorry for the questions overload, but cleaning zero waste is still something I am struggling with!
Hi, can you recommend any ingredient that can be added to this recipe to make it stronger? I want my family to also adopt sustainable lifestyle but they have argued that this recipe is not as strong for wiping off stains from dining tables when they tried it for a week. Pls suggest.
I'd be willing to give this a try but I had hoped it wouldn't be vinegar based. My mother has used vinegar to clean for many years but I've also found that nothing could mask the nasty smell and breathing it in made my lungs hurt (it is an acid so maybe not all that surprising but I wonder if I'm the only one who experiences this?). How long should this steep to really get the smells of the citrus and cinnamon fully into the vinegar. I'd really like to know if citric acid could replace vinegar in a cleaning solution and how to substitute it. Talks for sharing this. I second the other request for a diy dish cleaner. :-)
Mony's cell try diluting the vinegar a bit and adding more citrus (limes, lemons, oranges, grapefruit) if that doesn’t work for you, I personally love organic bulk liquid castile soap! I use Dr. Bronners!!
Hi, thank you for this recipe! I found you when I was watching one of Christina Sedona videos. I was wondering, is it possible to up-cycle a plastic spray bottle to store this All Purpose cleaner?
This has lasted me about 8 months, but it depends how often you use it, how big of a space you’re using it for, etc. Yes, you can make whatever quantity you want.
Pixie Living I was wondering that too! I would think that the vinegar would act like a preservative, but I’m taking the orange out of mine out after a few days just to be safe (I’m trying this for the first time today). ☺️
Thanks so much for this video! I've been having some trouble with static since it is so cold and dry where I live now. I combined some white distilled vinegar, lavender oil, and tea tree oil in a platic spray bottle I had left over from another cleaning product and it has been working wonderfully. I was thinking about going to pick up more vinegar for a cleaning solution, but do you think I could just use the solution I've already made? (Aside from making a different scent) Thanks so much for your videos! You have inspired me and given me so many ideas for easy zero waste swaps
I believe I bought these in an Indian market in North London. You can also find them in Indian produce stores or online for less money (in the U.K. they’re pricey if bought in general supermarkets).
I don't wanna be rude or anything, but as far as I personally know, most citrus fruits (and I believe also the skins/oils) are toxic to cats and dogs. Would there be anything in stead of the citrus I could use for the greasy stuff?
Citrus isn't toxic for dogs but it is for cats. I don't know if you heard Sophie in the video, but she mentioned that the orange was just for the nice smell :) Citrus helps clean but water and vinegar should do just as well for you.
Oh yes, vinegar is THE ONLY thing that works for mould and limescale for me. Add a little baking soda to make a paste, leave it on the tiles for about an hour or overnight and it'll come right off.
I just found a copy of this video called "Zero Waste Cleaning Tips | Non Toxic & Natural DIY Recipes | Minimalist Journey" on a channel called "Jo Ladley". I can't report the video because it's not my content, but you might want to look into that...
Microfibers r sisters to plastic non-biodegradable n toxic for planet. I ended buying it too. Now have to keep it forever n mine wasn't even that good quality 😒
I’ve heard people say you can use it up to two weeks so it’s always been a concern of mine - thank you! I can’t wait to use this when I get into my own flat ❤️
How long does this stuff last? I made something exactly like this probably almost a year ago now and I had it under my sink and completely forgot about it should I throw it out and make a new batch or should it still be fine 🤔
Microfiber is not a good option :( I discovered this recently after purchasing a ton of them and I felt horrible but it's always best to use natural textiles. Not only is the making of microfibre cloths horrible for the environment but every time you wash them, tiny microplastic fibres are released into our oceans killing marine life and polluting the ocean. It's actually horrific. I think we should just use the ones we've already purchased but I thought I should let you know that maybe you shouldn't be recommending them. It's not right that this information is not well known and we think we are making better choices and it turns out not to be =S Everyone: stick with all natural textiles and for windows I have found 100% pure silk works sooo well at not leaving streaks! I actually cut up some of my boyfriend's old boxers to wash windows with lol because silk really works! Also, newspapers and tissue paper too but if you have any old silk lying around then that is preferable for less waste of course.
Particulates are removed by flocculation and precipitation in sewage treatment plants. Your info is based on propaganda promoted by clueless mommy bloggers.
Vinegar isn’t a surfactant. It won’t dissolve grease and oil. This won’t ‘cut through grease’. It will etch marble and granite. She’s clueless. AVOID THIS RECIPE!!!
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I love using old socks when I clean instead of a cloth. I slip them onto my hands like gloves :)
This is such a brilliant idea. Thank you!!!
I do that to get into the washing machine rims! 😀
Wow! Good idea!
Sprinkling bicarbonate soda then spray this citrus solution on top will foam and is great for ovens and grout between tiles. 🙂
Yvonne Leedekerken combining baking soda and vinegar neutralizes the solution because one is basic and one is acidic. It essentially makes water and salt. If you want to use both you should first scrub with baking soda, rinse it and then use the vinegar. Otherwise it's basically useless after the foaming stops.
Taylor Vierra I'm not sure if baking soda is different to bicarbonate of soda but I use this method all the time and it works a treat for me 😀
They are the same. You're cleaning with a neutral solution, essentially water and salt. I'd recommend using them separately.
In this reaction, baking soda acts as a base, and takes a proton from vinegar, which is an acid. The reaction releases gas because when the baking soda receives the proton, it transforms into water and carbon dioxide.
crunchybetty.com/diy-101-baking-soda-vinegar-not-so-much/
I use half vinegar and half water. Works as well and even cheaper. I add a bit of essential oil - orange or mint or whatever.
I use a mix of water, rubbing alcohol and vinegar to which I add a tiny bit of dish soap and a few cleaning essential oils (tea tree, lemon, lemongrass, eucalyptus). I was using it just as a shower spray, but your video made me think of using it for other things... and I just realized it cleans glass and stainless steel like a charm! I will definitely stop buying other cleaning products now that I know how much this stuff is versatile!!! Thank you :)
Hi Sophie! I use white vinegar, water, a little bit of lemon juice, lavender essential oil and just a little bit of coconut oil, because it makes wooden surfaces very smooth :) if you have some recipe for a good soap/cleaner to wash dishes with, please share that, I'm in desperate need :)
That sounds lovely! I never thought about adding oil to it. Thanks for the tip! Yes, more cleaning recipes coming soon :)
Sonia, no I haven't so far. You can dillute the vinegar more if you notice this happening, it shouldn't be used undilluted I think
The vinegar is gentle enough to not damage but powerful enough to remove limescale. It's perfect for bathrooms.
Gosia I use organic bulk liquid castile soap for my dishes!!
Latrice Niang thank you! I will try that 😊
The cinnamon stick is a real nice addition to the orange, come autumn I’ll give it a try! Thank you
I use vinegar with water (1:5) and I add in mint essential oil 😍
Mint is a great fresh smell... good choice! I like to combine mint with lavender, too.
It’s also really nice to mop your floors with
Hi Emma, which percentage does your vinegar have?
I have recently gotten into a more sustainable lifestyle and came across your videos. I made your toothpaste and this cleaner already and I’m loving the results. Thank you for sharing!
Caitlin O'Connor a2
It was nice to hear the word "plethora" :)
I’ve been looking in to going zero waste and you’ve inspired me so much
I love this cleaner. It cleans awesome and I saved a ton of bottles from the landfill and a bunch of cash. It takes care of grease wonderfully
Vinegar and water (1:4), mint essential make amazing things to spray in the house for preventing those pesky summer bugs
Great idea! Made it with orange peel and Christmas tree leftovers.
Mix 1 part water and 1 part vinegar mixture - so not so strong
I just stopped in to get another recipe for cleaning. I like this. Mind you, I am allergic to citrus fruits but I figure that I can use gloves and I won't be consuming it so I should be fine. I do like the scents tho. My recipe was lavender oil, small bits of lavender, ground sage (now I know that I should use fresh sage leaves - it will take a while to use it all), crushed spearmint leaves (I will use fresh whole ones next time too), eucalyptus oil, and vinegar (of course). Hopefully this will help someone. I plan to continue to create different scents now that I will be an Airbnb host.
it smells amazing. i want to do one with rosemary and other fragrant leaves and will add citrus zest.
That sounds incredible! I will definitely have to try that. And lavender is a beautiful scent and helps deter insects.
Hey Sophie I’m thinking about using grapefruit purely because the smell of grapefruit makes me feel so refreshed in the morning. I could also eat grapefruit for England! 😂😂😂
That sounds lovely! I adore grapefruits, too.
Greetings from Bulgaria. I just made it and cant wait to use it. THANK YOU
ps. Just used your cleaner and its awesome. thank you again.
For glass you can use basic recipe. Vinegar and water. 2 to one ratio. try cleaning your windows with newspaper as well as your mirrors
So glad you’re enjoying it!
Unfortunately the microfibre clothes are not as good as we thought. Apparently the small particles never dissolve and stay in the water and make their way to the ocean (it was discovered that fish confuse it with food and it eat it)... you can have a read about it or maybe someone else could explain it better than me.. :) I however stopped buying microfibre clothes for that reason
The quantity involved is minuscule.
I love the idea of pitting cinnamon into the cleaning spray. I bet it smells really nice infused with the oranges. Wish my daughter wasn't allergic to cinnamon!
Clove is lovely, too!
@@blueollis oh I'll have to try that!
Recipe starts at 2:26 Your welcome 😀
I'm definitely going to try orange and cinnamon!
How do you Wash the floor? Love your video’s 😁
Thanks for the inspiration! I'm going to give this a go. This recipe is great for Christmas!
Good video! I do this to with homemade apple cider vinegar...I infuse with woody herbs from the garden...often rosemary as I also use it as a hair rinse.
Only thing I would suggest is that you go with an old fashioned tea towel or scrim made of cotton or linen. Microfibre cloths are basically made of plastics and I'm now trying to avoid buying manmade fabrics or putting them through my washing machine as new research into microplastic pollution indicates that this is a serious problem.
Hi Sophie, I love the idea of putting cinnamon sticks and orange peel in your vinegar. One recipe I have for cleaning is vinegar and dawn detergent (50:50 mixture) for my shower stall and glass. It works wonders. Now I am not sure if Dawn is toxic to the environment, but your video made me wonder. If so, any suggestions about dish detergents?
Don't go out and buy microfiber cloths (they contain microplastics), but if you have them-use them. I know there's also things like Coral Balls to collect microplastics in your wash machine.
Thank you for the feedback. After researching this myself I agree!
Thank you for sharing, I'll definitely try it with pink grapefruit and a drop of lavender essential oil! But the orange cinnamon combination seems to be quite a yummy smell as well for Fall and winter.
Thank you so much for this. I have been looking for some natural products around here, but there there is´nt that many options without the plastic. I will definitely be using his from now on. Thank you again, foe the great Ideas you have on your channel.
hi Sphie!!!thank you shqring another great idea can you also share ideas related to pure laundry detergents or laundry liquids
Perfect for this time of year!
Heard about you from Christy Sedona and I was like omg somebody else named Blue!😍💙
Ahhh yay! 😁
@@blueollis 🥰🥰
You said in your voice over to let it sit for up to a week. Do you go through that whole jar in a week? or do you let it sit longer than that
I want to add lemon peels to the natural cleaner
Excellent one. I will start using it. Can I mix this with water to mop the floors?
Where can I get glass white vinegar? I have been buying plastic ones. And it kills me on buying plastic. Can someone help me? I'm from the US
I have a lemon tree in my backyard and I was wondering if I could just use the lemons for that lemony clean scent of most cleaning products?
Edit: just got to the part where you said we could use and citrus so I guess I’m gonna start making this :)
Perfect timing my cleaner is just about to run out 👍
I love citrus scents
Hi @Blue Ollis! I was wondering if I can use this recipe for cleaning my toilet? Please get back to me and thank you for sharing this video with me it’s really helpful and I appreciate it.🌱
Yes, of course! Vinegar is brilliant to remove limescale from toilets and will make it sparkle and shine.
Blue Ollis - Thank you!✨
Microfiber discards tiny plastic bits when washed, how is that zero waste? I am just curious, because I am concerned with all the plastic waste in general.
Hmm, I didn't know that. I always just hand wash mine. It's low waste because it'll last me many, many years (if not forever) so I wont need to purchase cloths or toss newspapers away after each use.
You can always use towels/t-shirts/bedding that is worn and you would toss away otherwise. You wouldn't necessarily need to buy anything. Microfiber is really bad for the environment. www.theguardian.com/sustainable-business/2014/oct/27/toxic-plastic-synthetic-microscopic-oceans-microbeads-microfibers-food-chain
You should just use fabrics like cotton, bamboo, etc. Materials that have plastics in them (polyester, rayon, microfiber, etc.) do create microplastics when washed (even hand washed) and then these end up in our water ways. Same thing goes for any clothes, towels, blankets, etc. that are made out of these materials.
Just saw this comment and thought I would throw this out there since it was something that I have recently seen. There is a Kickstarter campaign going on right now by Rosalia Project to get funding for the Cora Ball, which is a microfiber catching laundry ball. Ships to anywhere in the world evidently. I would agree though with the most previous comment, that it is best to use more eco friendly fabrics anyway, but if for some reason you cannot then I guess there is a new budding solution. :) good day!
Taylor Vierra
Hi! rayon is not plastic, it' s plant based. But it's really not that enviromentally friendly either if you don't buy it second hand...
Here's one article about it.. ecocult.com/greenwashing-alert-that-natural-fabric-made-from-plants-might-be-toxic/
Love this!!! So it’s not required to be diluted with water right?!
You can dilute with water for a more gentle solution or for every day use or keep it 100% vinegar for tougher things like limescale removal and stains.
Sophie Ollis thank you!!! 😘
Can I use it for toilet, shower, bathroom in general too? Many thanks
For how long time can you use it before you need to do it again? Or can you use it until it is finished in the yar?
It's vinegar so it wont perish and it pickles anything you add so it'll last you the whole year (and longer).
oh so you don't have to add water to it. good to know.
making this tomorrow 😄
Is it edible or not?
What if my baby cousin drinks it by mistake, will it harm?
I saw that this solution can damage wood and stone, granite & tile.
Thank you, I will try this recipe :)
Isn't microfiber not at all eco-friendly? They're made from polyester and other petrochemical polymers, (which don't biodegrade) Do you get eco-friendly microfiber? Am I missing something? The bits from cotton cloths are quite easy to wipe away when they're dry...?
I love the cleaning product recipe, though. I'll definitely be making a bottle of that.
Love how easy this recipe is!!(:
I usually make my spray half water and half vinegar with some lemon and tea tree essential oils, but I waste a lot of tangerine peels so this is gonna be fun to try, thank you!
My parents put baking soda in theirs, I’m not sure if that scratches mirrors or not?
Wouldn’t using essential oil or coconut oil in the ingredients cause for streaks in the glass? Thank you. Just curious because I’ve been reading some comments.
Omg your nails are so beautiful 😍
Is there a vinegar proof spray bottle? Mine only lasts about a week before it dies, I'm using 50% vinegar and 50% water.
Hmm... I'm not sure I exactly understand what you mean. What do you mean it 'dies'? I've had my spray bottle for many years and it still works good as new.
Great idea♡ But I wouldn't recomend using microfiber on glass or other sensitive surfaces as it can cause scrathes
Hm, I have't found this, it seems to be the only thing that really polishes and cleans for me. Thanks for the advice, though.
Thanks for this! It looks super easy to make, I will definitely give it a go once my store-bought cleaning product finishes. It would be great to see a video with cleaning products/tools you use, as I am currently try to make swaps around the house but don't know which is best. For example, what is the best tool to clean dishes rather than the usual sponge? And how about the bathroom? Would this cleaning product help remove bacteria etc..? Would you still use microfibre cloth in the bathroom too? Sorry for the questions overload, but cleaning zero waste is still something I am struggling with!
Great questions, Marta! I'll be making more zero waste cleaning videos soon and I'll aim to answer all of these questions.
Thank you Sophie! :)
You can use a piece of coconut husk instead of sponge
Hi, can you recommend any ingredient that can be added to this recipe to make it stronger? I want my family to also adopt sustainable lifestyle but they have argued that this recipe is not as strong for wiping off stains from dining tables when they tried it for a week. Pls suggest.
I'd be willing to give this a try but I had hoped it wouldn't be vinegar based. My mother has used vinegar to clean for many years but I've also found that nothing could mask the nasty smell and breathing it in made my lungs hurt (it is an acid so maybe not all that surprising but I wonder if I'm the only one who experiences this?). How long should this steep to really get the smells of the citrus and cinnamon fully into the vinegar. I'd really like to know if citric acid could replace vinegar in a cleaning solution and how to substitute it. Talks for sharing this. I second the other request for a diy dish cleaner. :-)
Mony's cell try diluting the vinegar a bit and adding more citrus (limes, lemons, oranges, grapefruit) if that doesn’t work for you, I personally love organic bulk liquid castile soap! I use Dr. Bronners!!
Maybe you could mix the vinegar with water, so that it's not that harsh
Hi, thank you for this recipe! I found you when I was watching one of Christina Sedona videos. I was wondering, is it possible to up-cycle a plastic spray bottle to store this All Purpose cleaner?
Do you have issues with rust forming on your metal lid with the vinegar?
I don’t. But if you do you could try a different lid.
Do you dilute with water after you make it and before putting into a spray bottle?
You can dilute it if you want and use it straight for a deeper clean.
Sorry!!what do you put before the water!?vinager!?
Bu nedir?
What do you do about tags that come on clothing and other items?
Hey , really like the video , how long does it last for ? And if making a smaller jar of it just fill it to the top yeah ?
This has lasted me about 8 months, but it depends how often you use it, how big of a space you’re using it for, etc. Yes, you can make whatever quantity you want.
great recipe :) since a little goes a long way, how long can it sit in the jar ?
I know this is 2 yrs old now, but vinegar keeps forever. Remember it's used with pickling.
Are dried citrus peels suitable as well? Love the vid!⚡️⚡️
I’ve not tried it. I imagine they would. Give it a try!
Blue Ollis thank you-will let you know how it turns out 😉
Can you use other types of vinegar?
You can but this one is best for cleaning as it won’t become sticky.
Do you smell the vinegar much?
Do i add water when i use it on floor !?
You can dilute it if you need or use it full-strength. I’d recommend diluting for general cleaning.
Do you add water or is it just vinegar?
Is it just vinegar?
How long does this last?
A loooong time. It’s vinegar so it’s practically pickled!
Does anyone know if you have to drain the fruit out of the vinegar after you make it? Will the fruit mold if it stays in the vinegar for too long?
Pixie Living I was wondering that too! I would think that the vinegar would act like a preservative, but I’m taking the orange out of mine out after a few days just to be safe (I’m trying this for the first time today). ☺️
I made a vinegar lemon skin mixture about 2 months ago and the lemon skin is still in the jar looking the same as in the beginning :)
Well looks not exactly the same, a little bit paler and started to become transparent but anyway it's still good ;)
She said to leave the peels in for up to a week.
Remember, vinegar is used in pickling/preserving. As long as the container is sterile and the the fruit is clean, it should be able to keep for years.
Thanks so much for this video! I've been having some trouble with static since it is so cold and dry where I live now. I combined some white distilled vinegar, lavender oil, and tea tree oil in a platic spray bottle I had left over from another cleaning product and it has been working wonderfully. I was thinking about going to pick up more vinegar for a cleaning solution, but do you think I could just use the solution I've already made? (Aside from making a different scent)
Thanks so much for your videos! You have inspired me and given me so many ideas for easy zero waste swaps
where do I get zero waste vinegar most of the bottles I find are plastic the big jugs
Hmmm, that's odd. I always find it in glass jars. Perhaps try another store.
Where did you source your cinnamon sticks from?? lol it's so expensive in the stores I shop at
I believe I bought these in an Indian market in North London. You can also find them in Indian produce stores or online for less money (in the U.K. they’re pricey if bought in general supermarkets).
Can I use other type of vinegar?
Malt? No.
I don't wanna be rude or anything, but as far as I personally know, most citrus fruits (and I believe also the skins/oils) are toxic to cats and dogs. Would there be anything in stead of the citrus I could use for the greasy stuff?
Citrus isn't toxic for dogs but it is for cats. I don't know if you heard Sophie in the video, but she mentioned that the orange was just for the nice smell :) Citrus helps clean but water and vinegar should do just as well for you.
I'd try essential oils!
I infuse dryed rosemary and lavender that I grow
@spigel I believe tea tree oil and peppermint oil along with 10 others are not good for cats
Hmm, I wonder if this works with tile/toilet mold accumulation. Anyone have success with stubborn mold/mildew?
It does! Sprinkle some baking soda over top, let it sit for about 10 mins and it scrubs away nicely!
Oh yes, vinegar is THE ONLY thing that works for mould and limescale for me. Add a little baking soda to make a paste, leave it on the tiles for about an hour or overnight and it'll come right off.
is vinegar safe on all surfaces? can it be used on kitchen and bath tiles without causing discoloration, etc?
Absolutely! It’s tough on grease and oil but completely safe and gentle on surfaces. I use it everywhere and it’s terrific.
DO NOT use it on granite or any natural stone. It will eat through the sealant and eventually start etching the stone!
I just found a copy of this video called "Zero Waste Cleaning Tips | Non Toxic & Natural DIY Recipes | Minimalist Journey" on a channel called "Jo Ladley". I can't report the video because it's not my content, but you might want to look into that...
Not sure if I can post links here, but if I can, this is the video I'm talking about:
th-cam.com/video/WbuKq9M4y2A/w-d-xo.html
Microfibers r sisters to plastic non-biodegradable n toxic for planet. I ended buying it too. Now have to keep it forever n mine wasn't even that good quality 😒
do you ever use baking soda?
Yes, basking soda is great for a deep clean and grouting.
Does this do off after a while? If it does, can you just remove the peels and continue to keep the vinegar for months or does this not work?
Vinegar pickles things so it won’t go off.
I’ve heard people say you can use it up to two weeks so it’s always been a concern of mine - thank you! I can’t wait to use this when I get into my own flat ❤️
Which kind of vinegar do you use? I'm sorry but I don't understand it in the video.
Sanna I think she said "distilled white vinegar"
Denise Gradl Danke :)
Can i use apple cider vinegar? Or only white vinegar
I’ve not tried ACV but feel like it would be sticky.
Blue Ollis I have used it and I didn't notice any stickiness. I am addicted to the smell of the orange and vinegar.
Can apple cider vinegar be used as well?
Yes you can also use ACV. I opt for distilled white vinegar because the smell doesn't last as long, it's a lot cheaper and more readily available.
Blue Ollis awesomeee. Thank you!
I need to stop using windex it make my mirror all streaky I love to try to make your multipurpose cleaner
Use a glass cleaning cloth, just with a dab of water
due sell this
It’s too simple to sell!
How long does this stuff last? I made something exactly like this probably almost a year ago now and I had it under my sink and completely forgot about it should I throw it out and make a new batch or should it still be fine 🤔
I know this is months old now, but vinegar keeps forever. Remember it's used with pickling.
I watched #sedonachristina and she recommended this video! I loved and here I am also subscribing for your channel! :)
Microfiber is not a good option :( I discovered this recently after purchasing a ton of them and I felt horrible but it's always best to use natural textiles. Not only is the making of microfibre cloths horrible for the environment but every time you wash them, tiny microplastic fibres are released into our oceans killing marine life and polluting the ocean. It's actually horrific. I think we should just use the ones we've already purchased but I thought I should let you know that maybe you shouldn't be recommending them. It's not right that this information is not well known and we think we are making better choices and it turns out not to be =S Everyone: stick with all natural textiles and for windows I have found 100% pure silk works sooo well at not leaving streaks! I actually cut up some of my boyfriend's old boxers to wash windows with lol because silk really works!
Also, newspapers and tissue paper too but if you have any old silk lying around then that is preferable for less waste of course.
Particulates are removed by flocculation and precipitation in sewage treatment plants. Your info is based on propaganda promoted by clueless mommy bloggers.
That’s a LOT of cinnamon sticks lol. What do you do with all of those?
I use cinnamon a lot in cooking, drinks, making products...
300th like! ❤️
Thank you, sweetie!
I'm watching these in case of the apocalypse
You don’t have to wait for the apocalypse to live with a low impact ✌🏻
Blue Ollis
Very true!! 💕
Vinegar isn’t a surfactant. It won’t dissolve grease and oil. This won’t ‘cut through grease’.
It will etch marble and granite.
She’s clueless. AVOID THIS RECIPE!!!
Shelf life ?
It’s vinegar so... eternity? 😆