Keeping your home and office clean in 2024 doesn’t have to involve harsh chemicals and obnoxious scents. Create an effective and pleasant-smelling cleaning spray with a few ingredients you already have in your home. In this blog you’ll learn how to make an easy and effective lemon-scented cleaning spray using natural ingredients. This spray will keep your home and office clean and germ-free while leaving behind the enjoyable aroma of fresh lemons.
Ingredients:
1. Isopropyl alcohol (70% or higher)
2. Distilled white vinegar
3. Fresh lemons
4. Water
5. Essential oil (optional)
Instructions:
1. Gather Your Ingredients:
Before you start, make sure you have all the necessary ingredients on hand. You’ll need isopropyl alcohol, distilled white vinegar, fresh lemons, and water.
2. Measure the Ingredients:
To make a basic lemon-scented alcohol cleaning spray, you can use the following measurements:
– 1 cup isopropyl alcohol
– 1 cup distilled white vinegar
– 1 cup water
– Juice from 2-3 fresh lemons
3. Mix:
In a mixing bowl, combine the measured isopropyl alcohol, distilled white vinegar, and water. Squeeze the fresh lemons into the mixture. Stir the ingredients until they are thoroughly combined.
To enhance the lemon scent, add 10-20 drops of your favorite essential oil. Lemon, eucalyptus, tea tree, or lavender oils are popular choices for their natural antibacterial properties and pleasant aromas.
4. Usage:
Use a funnel to pour mixture into a clean spray bottle. Choose a bottle with a fine mist setting for even distribution. To keep things organized label your cleaning spray include the ingredients and date prepared. Now that your lemon-scented cleaning spray is ready you can use it on various surfaces, including countertops, kitchen appliances, bathroom fixtures, and glass.
When life gives you lemons, don’t feel down, simply do what we at Hamilton Janitorial Service do and make a DIY lemon scented cleaning spray and enjoy the benefits of a spotless home with a delightful lemony aroma!