Do It Yourself Sink Cleaner Recipe

The kitchen and bathroom are breeding grounds for harmful bacteria and germs. One key area of concern in these rooms is the sink. Sinks require vigilant cleaning because they are utilized to wash away debris and germs from your hands, face, dishes and eating utensils. If your family members are sensitive or allergic to the chemical compounds in most commercial cleaners, consider making a cleaner for your sinks at home with milder natural ingredients.

Things You'll Need

• Baking soda
• Lemon juice
• Water
• Spray bottle
• Lavender essential oil
• Sponge or washcloth

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Instructions

1. • 1

     Sprinkle a handful of baking soda over the surfaces of the sink.

   • 2

     Combine equal parts lemon juice and water in a spray bottle. Add 6 drops of lavender essential oil to the mixture in the spray bottle.

   • 3

     Spray a sponge or washcloth with the mixture and scrub the baking soda in a circular motion to create a paste.

   • 4

     Let the paste sit for approximately two minutes. Spray the sink with the mixture in your spray bottle to rinse away the paste. Wipe the sink clean with a clean sponge or washcloth.