Homemade Disinfectant Recipes
How To Make Your Own Disinfectant Spray
A home, however it is cleaned, has hidden germs that cause illnesses from mild allergy to a major disease. It is necessary to disinfect counters and other surfaces, regularly to keep the germs away. Buying a disinfectant spray can be expensive. (or, unavailable) Thus, people avoid buying them regularly and look for less expensive options, such as making them at home. It solves a problem that many of us face during this time.
Different areas of the home need different kinds of disinfectants. For example, a kitchen surface needs a different disinfectant than bathroom tiles or tubs. Here are a few easy to make recipes to make disinfectant sprays using the products available in all homes:
Spray 1
Items needed
- Hydrogen Peroxide (3 % Solution)
- Spray Bottle (1)
Method of Preparation -
1. Since hydrogen peroxide is available in a bottle, it is best to leave it in the bottle and replace the cap with a spray nozzle. (If you do pour into spray bottle, DO NOT combine with vinegar, or any other cleaners, in same bottle) Surfaces can be sprayed with a separate vinegar solution, AFTER using hydrogen peroxide. (See Spray 3 below)
NOTE: Keep Hydrogen peroxide out of the reach of children!
Spray 2
This spray works in two steps. The first step is to clean with a mild dish-washing liquid and the second step is disinfecting.
Items Needed
- Water
- Rubbing Alcohol (65% USP)
- Dish-washing Soap
- Spray Nozzles (2)
Method of Preparation
1. Mix equal quantities of water and alcohol in a bottle with spray nozzle.
2. In another bottle, mix 1 tablespoon of dishwashing soap with a bottle of water. (add 10 - 20 drops of Lemon Essential Oil)
3. The area to be cleaned should be sprayed with the dishwashing soap and let it remain for a while.
Spray 3 - Disinfectant Spray for Tiles and Tubs
Items Needed
- Vinegar
- Dish-washing Liquid
- Spray Bottle (1)
- Spray Nozzle (1)
Method of Preparation - This spray works as a cleaner and a disinfectant. The dish-washing liquid works as a degreaser, cleaning tiles and tubs, while the vinegar acts as a disinfectant. Here are the steps to make it:
1. Mix equal quantities of vinegar and dish-washing liquid in a spray bottle. Cap the bottle with a spray nozzle.
2. Shake the bottle well, spray on the greasy or dirty tiles, and let it sit for a few minutes.
3. Wipe the tiles and tub with a clean cloth.
