All purpose cleaners are great to have around the house since they can be used on any surface. Most all purpose cleaners are liquid, like this DIY natural all purpose cleaner recipe I have on the blog, but a homemade cleaning paste is just as effective and easy to make. A natural homemade cleaning paste can be a great option for things that you really need to scrub. The baking soda in this recipe helps to loosen grime and scrub it off easily, making this recipe great for grout, bathtubs, stovetops, and much more.
What is a Cleaning Paste?
A cleaning paste is a mixture of baking soda, Castile soap, and essential oils used to create a paste. The paste can be used on tough surfaces like grout, bathtub grime, and glass stovetops to remove those tough stains.
Homemade Cleaning Paste vs. All-Purpose Cleaner
Homemade cleaning paste and all-purpose cleaner are essentially the same thing however, cleaning paste is more efficient at scrubbing out tough spots. If you are looking to mop your floors, I recommend a liquid diy all purpose cleaner because it is a much more efficient method for such a big job. If you want to clean your bathtub or stovetop, it is great to use a homemade cleaning paste since the job is small and the cleaning paste is very effective at removing grime.
How to Use Homemade Cleaning Paste
Take a tablespoon of your homemade cleaning paste and put it on the surface you desire to clean. Begin scrubbing the paste on the area using a towel.
Here are some ideas on where to use the DIY cleaning paste…
Kitchen: stovetop, sink, countertops, oven
Rooms: walls (great for getting mud off!), doors, windowsill
Bathroom: Bathtub, sink, toilet, cabinets
How do you make cleaning paste with baking soda?
Ingredients:
1 Cup Baking Soda
2 Teaspoons Castile Soap (Unscented)
1 Teaspoon Water (more as needed)
20 Drops Lemon Essential Oil
Instructions:
Add the baking soda into a bowl.
Mix the remaining ingredients (Castile soap, water, and lemon essential oil), into a separate bowl.
Slowly combine the liquid mixture into the baking soda, stirring as you go. This should form a thick paste.
Transfer the homemade cleaning paste into a container of your choosing, I like to use these.
Taking a towel or sponge, dip it into the diy cleaning paste and scrub on any surface.
Essential Oils for Cleaning Products
You can use any essential oil in this recipe, and for any DIY cleaning products. I prefer the fresh, citrus or clean smelling scents when making my own homemade cleaning paste.
Essential Oil Singles for Homemade Cleaning Paste
Essential Oil Blends for Homemade Cleaning Paste
- Germ Fighter (great for when a cold is going around!)
- Immune Aid (back to school time? Use this around the house to help everyone stay healthy)
- Citrus Burst
- Defender
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Homemade Cleaning Paste Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 Cup Baking Soda
- 2 Teaspoons Castile Soap (Unscented)
- 1 Teaspoon Water (more as needed)
- 20 Drops Lemon Essential Oil
Instructions:
- Add the baking soda into a bowl.
- Mix the remaining ingredients (Castile soap, water, and lemon essential oil), into a separate bowl.
- Slowly combine the liquid mixture into the baking soda, stirring as you go. This should form a thick paste. Add water, 1 teaspoon at a time, as needed.
- Transfer the homemade cleaning paste into a container of your choosing, I like to use these.
- Taking a towel or sponge, dip it into the diy cleaning paste and scrub on any surface.
Notes:
Make sure to use an airtight container so the homemade cleaning paste does not dry out. If your paste happens to dry out, try adding in some water until it becomes a paste again.
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