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Trash Panda Cleans House: Non-Toxic Cleaning Basics

There's no reason to spend a lot of money on organic cleaning products when you can just make your own non-toxic stuff from cheap, easy to find ingredients. Trash Panda's housecleaning basics are below.

BAKING SODA // Tub and Sink Scrub // Air Freshener

  • Just sprinkle it on and scrub with a brush or damp rag to remove dried-on crud, soap scum, etc. This will work on pots and dishes too
  • Leave a bowl out to absorb odors, or dissolve some baking soda in water and pour down a mysteriously stinky drain
  • Does double-duty* deodorizing and scrubbing when cleaning toilets. Let the baking soda sit a bit after you scrub for extra deodorizing
CASTILE SOAP // All-Purpose Cleaner, De-Greaser & Soapy Friend
  • Use when you need suds, great for dish soap (handwashing only)
  • All Purpose / Tile & Vinyl Floor Cleaner: Mix 1/2 cup castile soap to 1 gallon warm water, add 1/4 cup lemon juice for a fresh scent. Safe for all surfaces. Double the soap and lemon juice for a strong cleaner. Use immediately or store in a plastic jug for later use

VINEGAR // General Surface Cleaner & Disinfectant


  • General Surface Cleaner: Mix one part vinegar to one part water and spray on surfaces that need cleaning. Wipe off with a damp rag. Can even be used as an oven cleaner (cold ovens only plz)
  • Wall Cleaner: Mix 1 cup vinegar to one gallon water instead**
  • Vinegar and water mixes will also help de-greasing pots and dishes

DAMP RAG // Dusting and Quick Wipe Downs

  • Seriously, a damp rag will take care of a lot of minor league messes
  • Cut up old clean socks (especially terry cloth ones) or mostly cotton t-shirts work great for cleaning rags


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* Haha, doody
** From Make Your Place: Affordable, Sustainable Nesting Skills by Raleigh Briggs. Microcosm Publishing, 2018.

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