Before you haul out the commercial cleansers, consider going green when it comes to spring cleaning this year.
Plain old white vinegar, for instance, is an inexpensive cleanser/disinfectant/deodorizer that can be used on almost anything. We use it diluted with water to clean windows. But it can also be used on counters (not if they're made of granite or marble), mirrors, sinks, and toilets. The best part is that, unlike the powerful fumes from most cleansers, the vinegar odour dissipates quickly.
Baking soda is another great cleanser and deodorizer. We use it to scrub sinks and tubs, as well as clean and deodorize pet stains. If your fireplace or wood stove windows are black, you need not resort to noxious sprays. We're told that newspaper dipped in warm water and a bit of ash does the trick for cleaning them.
Try this link or this link for more ideas and information about making your own non-toxic, environmentally-friendly household cleaning solutions.
