Mix toothpaste and dish soap together for an effective, multi-surface cleaner
Among the most commonly found cleaning products in our homes are undoubtedly toothpaste and dish soap. And, on the surface, it may seem that these two produces have nothing in common; used in different rooms for completely different purposes, it would seem strange to think of using these two items together.
When it comes to cleaning, we are always on the lookout for the best and most effective products, increasingly focusing on environmentally-friendly options to limit pollution.
Given this, mixing toothpaste with dish soap (preferably organic), could be a truly effective solution for cleaning our homes. By combining the cleaning efficacy of toothpaste with the degreasing power of dish soap, we can create a highly effective cleaner that can help us clean and sanitize.
But how do we prepare this unusual cleaner, and how can we use it effectively? Well, keep reading:
How to make a cleaner with toothpaste and dish soap
As stated above, the key ingredients for making a multi-surface cleaner includes dish soap and toothpaste, and you'll also need baking soda and water. Start by pouring 250 ml of dish soap into a bowl, add a tablespoon of toothpaste, and mix thoroughly. Once these two ingredients are combined, dissolve a tablespoon of baking soda in a cup of warm water and incorporate this into the mixture.
Continue stirring until you get a creamy consistency, and transfer the this compound into a container or a spray bottle for convenient use.
How to use this DIY multi-surface cleaner
But how can you now use your DIY multi-purpose cleaner?
This cleaner has excellent degreasing and sanitizing properties, making it suitable for cleaning practically any surface in the home. In addition to being an excellent degreaser for dishes and cookware - even those with stubborn stains - this cleaner is useful for tackling stovetops, ovens, microwaves, as well as cleaning tiles, grout, and floors.
Plastic containers, even those that are very dirty and smelly, can be cleaned with this mixture. In short, you have a cleaner where the degreasing properties of dish soap combines with the deodorizing and whitening effects of toothpaste and baking soda.
Use this cleaner for jewelry and silverware to remove tarnish and make them sparkle again. A small amount of this product is all you need to ensure everything is perfectly clean and sanitized.
Are you ready to clean your home now?