Natural Disinfecting Sprays recipes
It's important to keep our homes clean and disinfected to stay healthy and prevent the spread of germs. But you don't need to rely on harsh chemicals to do so. You can use some safer ingredients or make your own natural disinfecting spray.
In this article we will show you three easy options.
Option 1: Percarbonate Spray
INGREDIENTS
- 1 tablespoon Sodium Percarbonate
- 250ml hot water (>30degrees)
- 10-15 drops Essential Oil (optional)
TOOLS
- 500ml glass pray bottle
MAKES
250ml spray
INSTRUCTIONS
- Mix the Percarbonate powder with hot water in a glass spray bottle. If using a plastic bottle, mix in a seperate glass container first and let the mixture cool before transferring to your bottle.
- You can add a few drops of essential oils for a pleasant scent and additional benefits.
- Shake the bottle to mix the solution and it's ready to use.
IMPORTANT
- When activating Percarbonate with hot water, it bubbles and expands, so remember to only fill your spray bottle/jug halfway.
- Dispose of any remaining spray once finished cleaning, it only remains active for a few hours and not suitable to store.
- Safe to use on most surfaces, including kitchen counters, bathroom fixtures, and toys - just avoid use on aluminium.
Option 2: Use undiluted Hydrogen Peroxide
Hydrogen peroxide is a hospital-grade disinfectant that can be used as a simple and effective spray for disinfecting surfaces and even removing fungus gnats from plants. Use 3% or 6% hydrogen peroxide available in supermarkets or pharmacies; no further dilution is needed.
For safety, attach a trigger spray to the original bottle when in use and store it with the child-proof lid in a cool, dark place, such as the fridge. For added caution, keep it in a sealed jar labeled "poison" to avoid accidental ingestion.
Hydrogen peroxide can disinfect various home surfaces, including kitchen counters, doorknobs, and bathroom fixtures. Allow the solution to sit for a few minutes before wiping it away with a clean cloth or paper towel.
Option 3: Alcohol
INGREDIENTS
- 2/3 cup of 99% isopropyl alcohol
- 1/3 cup distilled water
- 10-15 drops Essential Oil (optional)
TOOLS
- 250ml spray bottle
MAKES
250ml spray
INSTRUCTIONS
- Mix the ingredients in a spray bottle.
- Shake the bottle to mix the solution and it's ready to use.
HOW TO USE
- Spray the area you wish to disinfect and let sit for 1-2 minutes
- Wipe dry with clean towel
It's important to note that alcohol can be harsh on some surfaces, so it's best to test it on a small area first.
Be Safe!
Always label your spray bottle and keep out of reach of children.
