Have you ever wanted to swap your store-bought cleaners for something more natural and budget-friendly?
Good news—you can! With just a few ingredients (many of which you probably already have at home) and your favorite essential oils, you can make your very own spray cleaners that are just as effective as their commercial counterparts. Plus, they smell amazing!
Whether you’re tackling kitchen messes, refreshing your home, or polishing your stainless steel, these 11 DIY spray cleaner recipes are the perfect way to get started. Let’s roll up our sleeves and create a cleaner, greener home!
Why Make Your Own Spray Cleaners?
Not only are DIY cleaners easy to make, but they’re also:
- Cost-effective: Save money by using natural ingredients found in your kitchen.
- Non-toxic: Say goodbye to harsh chemicals and hello to eco-friendly cleaning!
- Customizable: Use your favorite essential oils to tailor scents exactly to your liking.
Here are the best DIY spray cleaners you can whip up in no time!
1) Dusting Spray
This DIY dusting spray is soooo easy to make. It’s just 3 ingredients plus water. Pour into a bottle and shake. What could be easier than that?!
And even better, it’s a natural, non-toxic cleaner that actually works!
- cuts through dust, dirt, grease and grime
- helps repel dust (I love this! It means I don’t need to dust as often and still have clean, dust-free furniture and baseboards)
- clean finish (no sticky residue)
But it’s not harsh. It’s a gentle cleaner that doesn’t damage the finish of my furniture. In fact, it actually improves the finish on my wood furniture. It nourishes, moisturizes and conditions wood and leaves a protective barrier with a subtle luxurious shine.
2) Magic Shower Cleaner
Tired of soap scum and hard water stains? This powerful shower cleaner has you covered!
With just three ingredients, simply shake, spray, and let it work. In less than an hour, your shower will be sparkling clean with minimal effort.
Here’s why it’s amazing:
- Cuts through grease, dirt, and grime.
- Dissolves tough soap scum with ease.
- Cleans thoroughly with antibacterial, antiviral, and antifungal essential oils.
- Removes hard water spots from faucets and handles.
- Treats and helps prevent mold and mildew.
- Leaves tubs, tiles, glass, and faucets spotless and shiny.
This cleaner is amazing for a sparkling bathroom with almost zero effort. Try it—you won’t look back!
3) Homemade “Lysol” Disinfecting Spray
Years ago, I relied on harsh, toxic chemicals like Lysol and bleach to clean, disinfect, and deodorize my home. I believed these were the only effective options for a truly clean kitchen and bathroom, even though they gave me headaches every time I used them. Despite the discomfort, I thought I had no other choice—so I endured.
Thankfully, I’ve since learned a better way.
Today, I use natural, non-toxic cleaners that I make myself, and they work just as well—if not better—than those chemical-laden products I used to rely on. Plus, no more headaches!
Here are just a few ways I use my DIY disinfecting spray:
- Clean and disinfect countertops, faucets, doorknobs, and light switches
- Eliminate unpleasant odors
- Tackle mold and mildew
Making the switch has been a game-changer for my home and my family’s health!
4) Deodorizing Room Spray
Say goodbye to air fresheners filled with harsh chemicals.
With just a few natural ingredients and essential oils, you can easily create your own odor-eliminating spray at home.
Unlike many store-bought air fresheners that simply mask unpleasant smells, this DIY deodorizing spray neutralizes and eliminates even the toughest odors.
Perfect for freshening up bathrooms, kitchens, musty spaces, pet areas, and more, it’s a simple and effective way to keep your home smelling clean and inviting.
5) Carpet Cleaner
Let’s face it—carpet stains are inevitable.
But don’t worry, I’ve got you covered with an all-natural carpet cleaner spray that works wonders on tough messes like dirt, food/drink spills, vomit, and pet accidents.
Here’s what makes it a must-have:
- Natural ingredients ensure safety for your home.
- Effective stain removal tackles even the toughest spots.
- Cuts through dirt and grime with ease.
- Deodorizes carpets, leaving them fresh and odor-free.
- Gentle on fibers to keep your carpet looking its best.
When spills happen, this DIY solution makes cleanup a breeze!
6) Streak-Free Window & Mirror Cleaner
Clean mirrors and windows effortlessly with an all-natural, non-toxic glass cleaner.
Made from just 4 simple, affordable ingredients, it’s easy to whip up anytime.
And best of all it works better than store bought cleaners:
- removes fingerprints, water spots, dirt, and grime
- no streaks
- no spots
- windows, glass, & mirrors get super shiny & sparkly
7) Citrus Degreaser
Bacon grease, chicken cooked in too much olive oil, hamburger splatters – – Grease gets everywhere in the kitchen. That’s probably why the kitchen is one of the hardest rooms in the whole house to clean.
Thankfully, this homemade citrus degreaser powers through grease, oil splatters, and burnt-on messes to get your kitchen truly clean.
It dissolves grease and grime on all kinds of hard, non-porous kitchen surfaces:
- range hood
- stovetop
- microwave
- vent
- oven
- kitchen cabinets
- drip pans
- indoor grill
It even makes quick work of fingerprints on refrigerators, dishwashers, and other appliances.
Best of all, unlike most store-bought degreasers, this homemade citrus cleaner is made from natural, plant-derived ingredients like citrus essential oils and vinegar.
8) Mold & Mildew Spray
Even with the best cleaning routines, damp and humid spots around the home—like showers, bathtubs, or even window sills—can become breeding grounds for mold and mildew. When you notice those pesky spots starting to appear, don’t panic! Instead, whip up a quick batch of this homemade mold & mildew spray to tackle the problem head-on.
Here are a few reasons why this spray is a must-have in your cleaning arsenal:
- It’s natural: No nasty toxins or harsh chemicals here. This spray is completely bleach-free, so you can use it with peace of mind.
- It works! This spray is a powerful mold destroyer, breaking down and eliminating mold and mildew effectively. Plus, it helps prevent those unwanted spots from coming back, keeping your home cleaner for longer.
- It’s easy to make: Forget complicated recipes or hard-to-find ingredients. You can mix up a bottle in just 1 minute using simple, affordable items you likely already have at home—no trips to the store required.
- It has a clean & fresh scent: Unlike chemical sprays that leave behind a harsh smell, this natural solution has a fresh, pleasant scent that will leave your home smelling great.
If you’re looking for a safe, effective, and simple way to keep mold and mildew at bay, give this homemade spray a try. It’s a game-changer for maintaining a clean and healthy home!
9) Stainless Steel Polish
Make your stainless-steel appliances shine like new with this quick and easy DIY polish.
It works wonders– effortlessly removing fingerprints, smudges, streaks, dirt, and grime—no scrubbing required.
I use it on all the stainless-steel surfaces in my home, from the refrigerator and dishwasher to the stove, microwave, coffee maker, and even the toaster oven. It makes kitchen cleaning so much easier!
The result? Sparkling, streak-free, smudge-free, and spotless surfaces every time.
It’s honestly the best stainless-steel cleaner I’ve ever used. Give it a try and see the difference it can make in your kitchen!
10) Granite Cleaner
Granite counters are gorgeous, but they require a little extra care to make sure that they stay looking that way. This is especially true for using homemade DIY granite cleaners. You need to be careful because cleaners and techniques that work well on other surfaces, can damage granite.
Avoid using any acidic cleaners on granite counters. Acidic ingredients like vinegar, lemon juice, ammonia, bleach, and citric acid can damage granite.
Instead use gentle, but powerful cleaners like alcohol, natural dish soap, and lemon essential oil. These cleaners will cut through the dirt and grime, deep clean, and make your kitchen and bathroom counters shine.
11) Wood Furniture Polish
Store-bought wood polishes and cleaners can dull furniture over time and leave a haze on the wood’s surface. That’s because many of them contain silicone. Every time you clean with a silicone-based polish, you add another layer over furniture. Over time, dust and dirt get traps in these silicone layers and a haze builds up, dulling the wood’s finish.
Unlike store-bought polishes, this homemade orange oil furniture polish doesn’t build up. You can safely use it week in and week out, and wood just gets more beautiful with each use. It safely restores luster and shine, preventing wood from drying out and becoming brittle.
And it couldn’t be simpler to make. It’s just 4 ingredients and it only takes seconds to make.
There you have it—the 11 best DIY spray cleaners to tackle every surface in your home! Not only are these recipes effective and natural, but they also make cleaning feel fun and empowering.
Happy cleaning, and cheers to a fresher, more natural home! 🏡
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