Spring is in the air!  With our windows raised, we are enjoying the fresh smell of spring and the crisp cool breeze filling every room.  Spring has always delivered that fresh feeling and revival of the need to clean. You may not like to clean, but I am sure you will enjoy the benefits of your home being sparkling clean!  In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, here are a few green recipes to clean “green” and get that much needed spring clean in your home.

All Purpose Cleaner
2 tsp Baking Soda
½ tsp Dawn Dish Washing Liquid
4 Tablespoons of White Vinegar
400 ml Warm Water
Stir or shake to mix well.  Use a squirt bottle for best usage.

Dusting Spray
 2 Tsp Olive Oil
1 tsp Lemon juice
¼ C White Vinegar
 1 C Warm Water
 Stir or shake to mix well.  Use a squirt bottle for best usage.

Toilet Bowl Cleaner
 ¼ C Baking Soda
 ¼ C Borax
 1 C Vinegar
Place ingredients directly into the toilet.  Mix gently with toilet brush, let sit 30 minutes before scrubbing.

Grout Cleaner
1/2  C Baking Soda
 1/4 C Vinegar
Mix in small container.  Use a tooth brush to apply the paste to the grout.  Let sit 5  minutes then rinse.

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