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It's easier than you think! DIY all-purpose cleaner you can make in 5 minutes

Pinterest has declared DIY cleaners as one of the biggest home trends of 2015, and we can see why.
/ Source: TODAY

Let’s keep cash in your pocket and chemicals out of your home, shall we?

Pinterest has declared DIY cleaners as one of the biggest home trends of 2015, and we can see why. They often cost less per use than store-bought products, and they skip out on harsh chemicals as well. So let us help you hop on the bandwagon and make the transition with this all-purpose cleaner recipe from Leslie Reichert, author of "The Joy of Green Cleaning."

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Our favorite part: This recipe can be done in less than five minutes.

DIY all-purpose cleaner

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Ingredients:

  • 3 drops liquid castile soap
  • ¼ cup washing soda, not baking soda
  • 1 cup white vinegar
  • ¼ cup vodka
  • 4 drops tea tree oil (available at most drug stores)
  • 8 drops essential oil for scent (optional)

Instructions:

Microwave vinegar until boiling. Add washing soda and stir until totally dissolved. Add castile soap, tea tree oil, vodka and essential oil. Then shake.