Offers advice and tips on how to clean a house using natural and common household products such as vinegar, olive oil, a blow dryer, and talcum powder.
A day-by-day plan designed with checklists and visual charts to guide the reader through every room, cupboard and closet of their home to clean and get rid of clutter. Includes recipes for natural cleaning products.
Everything you need to know about laundry, cleaning, and basic home repairs—from the TikTok star who made bluing a thing, showed you how to fold a fitted sheet, and taught you to properly use your (caulk) gun. “[Melissa Pateras] makes chores enjoyable in her bawdy debut. . . . Doing laundry has never sounded so fun.”—Publishers Weekly Melissa Dilkes Pateras is the most competent housekeeper, DIY-project master, and home repair genius that you’ve ever fantasized about becoming. When she followed her kids on to TikTok, she discovered a community hungry for her approachable, tongue-in-cheek advice on everything from balls—dryer balls, that is—to why color-coded closets are a spiritual experience. She doesn’t expect you to know what you were never taught, and she doesn’t care about transforming your home into a minimal, beige Instagram post; she simply wants to help make your life easier. Whether you’re terrified of your laundry pile or have an inner handyperson who’s been longing for their moment, A Dirty Guide to a Clean Home is a joyful all-purpose guide to organizing, cleaning, laundry, repairs, and beyond. As Melissa says, “Your home shouldn’t be your adversary.”
"Cleaning your home without harsh toxic chemicals is rapidly becoming the new standard ... The first such reference created for visual learners, this book shows what you really need to do to get rid of germs with both safety and the environment in mind ... More than 450 photos. Room-by-room advice: kitchens, baths, bedrooms; Green quick-cleaning techniques; Cleaning product recipes"--Publisher description.
**Clean Home A Guide to Natural Cleaning Solutions** Discover the ultimate guide to transforming your home into a sanctuary of cleanliness and health with "Clean Home." This comprehensive eBook delves into the world of natural cleaning products, providing you with everything you need to switch to eco-friendly, non-toxic solutions that are as effective as they are safe. **In the introductory chapters**, you'll understand the critical reasons behind the need for natural cleaners. Learn about common, accessible ingredients and the multitude of benefits they offer in comparison to their chemical-laden counterparts. **Chapter Highlights** - **All-Purpose Cleaners** Uncover simple and effective recipes for making all-purpose cleaners from ingredients you probably already have at home. Learn the best practices for their use and storage to maximize their potency. - **Kitchen Solutions** Tackle every kitchen surface with confidence. From degreasers to homemade dishwasher detergents, each recipe ensures your kitchen sparkles without the addition of harsh chemicals. - **Bathroom Cleaners** Dive into DIY solutions for keeping your bathroom pristine. Discover natural products that tackle tub and tile grime, toilet stains, and even mold and mildew, all while keeping your air quality safe. - **Floor Care** Whether you have wood, tile, or carpet, our natural cleaning methods guarantee a deep clean without damage. - **Dusting and Polishing** Keep your furniture and electronics dust-free and polished with non-toxic dusting sprays and cloths. Learn how green methods can be just as effective as conventional products. - **Laundry Techniques** Elevate your laundry routine with homemade detergents, fabric softeners, and effective natural stain removers. - **Window and Glass** Achieve streak-free shine with recipes designed for natural, chemical-free glass cleaning. - **Air Fresheners** Freshen up any room with DIY sprays, diffusers, and other natural deodorizer solutions, perfect for creating a welcoming atmosphere. - **Pet-Friendly Products** Keep your home safe for your furry friends with homemade cleaners designed to tackle pet odors and messes. - **Seasonal Projects** Embrace seasonal cleaning traditions with natural products, ensuring a clean and festive home all year round. - **Outdoor Cleaning** Extend your natural cleaning habits to your yard and outdoor spaces with eco-friendly solutions for decks, patios, furniture, and even car washing. **Diving deeper**, explore how natural ingredients combat germs and the environmental benefits of switching from chemical to natural cleaners. This book provides a scientific foundation, ensuring you understand the why behind each method. Finally, get organized with tips on creating a dedicated natural cleaning caddy, proper storage techniques, and essential tools to streamline your cleaning routine. "Clean Home" empowers you to clean your entire living space efficiently and healthily, providing peace of mind and a sparkling home. Make the switch today and start your journey towards a more natural, sustainable, and clean life.
In this updated edition of her best-selling book, The Naturally Clean Home, Karyn Siegel-Maier brings together the formulas for home cleaning solutions that readers have trusted for years with new information and ingredients updated to today’s green standards. A new introduction shines a light on the antiseptic properties of essential oils, addressing different grades of oil and their effectiveness against bacteria and viruses, as well as updated safety precautions and cost. Updated recipes eliminate Borax (banned as a food additive in the US and from cosmetic and cleaning products in the EU) from ingredient lists, replacing it with safe substitutes that include citric acid powder, hydrogen peroxide, diatomaceous earth, cornstarch, washing soda, and baking soda. New recipes show readers how to make easy, nontoxic, environmentally friendly substitutes for popular cleaning products, including molded laundry and dishwasher tablets. Packaging updates emphasize the use of glass containers for homemade cleaning products, to diminish environmental impact of plastic waste.
Katrina Springer's mission is to find calm amid the chaos of everyday life. On her wildly successful blog, The Organised Housewife, she shows her million+ followers how to keep their homes and families organised. Through her simple, easy-to-follow tips and ideas, Kat demonstrates how to develop routines and schedules to keep your home clean - and your mind clear. In The Clean Home, Kat's aim is to help those who feel overwhelmed by their mess, giving them step-by-step processes to clean their homes and enjoy the spaces they live in. Using the motto 'imperfectly perfect is good enough', Kat's wisdom and practical approach will help make life simpler and tidier. This is a specially formatted fixed-layout ebook that retains the look and feel of the print book.
An updated "green living" guide to creating effective, non-toxic cleaning formulas for the home includes easy-to-follow instructions for laundry detergents, dishwashing liquids, bathroom cleaners, air and carpet fresheners, insect repellents, and much more, with 150 all-natural recipes for cleaning every area of the home. Original.