Hazardous Products -
Safer Substitutes
All Purpose Cleaner
In 1 Quart warm water or hot water,
Mix 1 teaspoon liquid soap, boric acid
(borax), lemon juice, and/or vinegar.
Make it stronger according to the job.
Glass Cleaner
Mix 1 teaspoon vinegar or lemon juice in 1-quart water. Spray on and use newspaper
to wipe dry.
Drain Cleaner
Pour boiling water down drain once a week.
Use plunger or snake.
Toilet Bowl Cleaner
Use toilet brush and baking soda or vinegar.
Furniture Polish
Dust with mixture of 1-teaspoon lemon oil in 1-pint mineral or vegetable oil.
Plant Sprays
Wipe leaves with mild soap and water,
then rinse.
Roach and Ant Repellent
Sprinkle powered boric acid in cabinet edges, around baseboards and in cracks.
Mothballs
Use cedar chips, lavender flowers, rosemary, mint or white peppercorns.
Flea and Tick Removers
Mix brewer’s yeast or garlic in your pet’s food; sprinkle kennel, use Rosemary or
Eucalyptus seeds or leaves around the animal’s sleeping area.
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