If your kitchen sink is a bit dingy, then make it look just like new with only natural ingredients you already have in your kitchen. There is not much scrubbing involved with this natural recipe that is low cost and safe for the entire family. Buff your way to a fresh and sparkling basin that will stay cleaner for longer as you haven’t smeared any chemicals on to the surface.
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Ingredients
1/2 orange
salt
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Directions
Cut an orange in half and dip it into a dish of salt. Rub the salted orange halves around the inside of the sink, leave for 5 minutes then rinse with hot water and rub dry with a clean cloth. This will have your sink gleaming in no time.
What is a Nature’s Army Basic Green Clean?
Our basic cleaning package is a comprehensive surface clean designed to keep your home clean and tidy on a regular basis. We take care of your everyday cleaning needs while you sit back, relax and enjoy your free time!
A routine or standard house cleaning is a thorough list of cleaning services and is highly recommended after the initial Deep Cleaning is done. We clean your home from top to bottom, including bathrooms, bedrooms, kitchen, and main rooms. Vacuum, clean, shine, dust, disinfect, and straighten the appearance in all rooms. Spend your free time doing something other than cleaning your house and get back some of your quality time.
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Natural wood and furniture polish
A safe, all-natural alternative to chemical- and petroleum-based polishes is a DIY wood and furniture polish. Olive oil and lemon juice are combined to make a straightforward polish that polishes furniture and smells like fresh air. Since the polish actually contains lemon juice, it should be used soon or refrigerated to preserve freshness.
You will need:
1 organic lemon–peeled and juiced
2 cups olive oil
Directions
In a glass jar, combine the juice and olive oil. Finely chop the lemon peel and then add to the jar. A cool, dark location should be chosen for the mixture to infuse overnight. With the use of a funnel and a small strainer, filter the mixture, then transfer the polish to a spray bottle. To achieve a high shine, spray, wipe, then buff.
Note: Always perform a test patch before using any new cleansers, especially on wood.
To stick or not to stick
Non-stick pans, utensils, bakeware and pots are a godsend in the kitchen, rendering the drudgery of washing up effortless. However, despite the seemingly supernatural powers of the non-stick Teflon coatings, they contain per-fluorinated chemicals (PFC’S), known carcinogens linked with immune, endocrine, liver and thyroid disorders. Instead, opt for cast iron, enamel, stainless steel, porcelain-coated or glass pots and pans and wooden or stainless steel utensils.
Why you might want to rethink your next stain-resistant soft furnishings
A multitude of soft furnishings, for instance, sofas, rugs, curtains, cushions, wrinkle-free and permanent press clothing items and bedding are treated with stain guards, to keep them crease-free and eliminate them from being damaged or soiled easily.
However, the chemicals employed in the manufacture of these formulas often contain per-fluorinated compounds (PFC), believed to cause cancer and birth defects. Ensure new purchases of soft furnishings are not treated with stain-resistant chemicals or spray-on fabric protectors. Instead, opt for natural materials, fibres and fabrics, such as natural wood, recycled timbers, cork, coir, wool, organic cotton, hemp, flax, jute, cashmere, mohair, alpaca and silk, especially for flooring, mattresses, bedding and baby clothes.