Homemade Cleaning Product With Ammonia

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While there are several retail products available for household cleaning, these items can be too expensive for your budget. Instead, consider making your own homemade cleaning products using ammonia that will clean anything from the floor to the kitchen sink.

Glass Cleaners

Ammonia works well to clean, disinfect and deodorize. By mixing a solution of 1 cup water, 1 cup rubbing alcohol and 2 teaspoons non-sudsing ammonia, you can create a quick-drying glass cleaner that leaves a streak-free shine. Mix these ingredients in a spray bottle, spray directly onto the glass surface and wipe clean with a cloth or paper towels.

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Floor Cleaner

To create a cleaner for hardwood and laminate floors, mix 1 gallon water, 1 cup ammonia and 1/2 cup laundry detergent in a bucket. Dip a mop in the bucket and ring it to get rid if any excess water (too much water can create water stains on flooring). Clean as you normally would and you will be left with a clean, disinfected floor.

Oven Cleaner

To clean an oven, pour 1 cup of ammonia in a bowl, set it in the oven, close the door and let it sit overnight. The next morning, remove the dish and wipe away loose dirt or buildup on the oven walls. Scrub with a brush if necessary to remove any leftover debris and wipe walls with a wet cloth to collect any remaining residue.

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Toilet Bowl Cleaner

When the toilet bowl is in need of cleaning, pour 1/2 cup ammonia and 1/2 cup baking soda into the toilet bowl. Let stand for a few minutes, then use a toilet brush to scrub away any buildup around the toilet bowl. This will safely clean the bowl while the baking soda deodorizes.

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Comb and Brush Cleaner

To clean combs and hair brushes, fill a basin with 1 gallon hot water and add 2 tablespoons of ammonia. Soak combs and hair in this solution for 10 minutes, then remove. Rinse the items thoroughly and let air dry.

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