My journey across the vast Pinterest DIY world led me to countless multipurpose sprays, but none truly met my expectations. With granite countertops that demand a glistening clean, I sought a solution that would leave no room for compromise. Many sprays I tested resulted in streaky, wet-looking countertops, reminiscent of a car windshield post-rain. Others left behind an unsightly white film, mimicking the residue of a dirty rag.
Driven by frustration, I embraced my own creativity and began to experiment. With just a few tweaks and adjustments, success arrived! The perfect formula that not only cleans superbly, but leaves my countertops shimmering and breathtakingly beautiful. It even tackled stubborn, dried-up barbecue sauce with ease.
What’s more, I’ve managed to negate the off-putting vinegar smell that typically accompanies homemade cleaners. This concoction is mild to the senses, allowing for a pleasant cleaning experience.
Here’s the recipe for my game-changing Homemade All-purpose Countertop Spray, which works wonders on granite countertops:
Ingredients:
3 cups of hot water
1 cup of distilled white vinegar
1/4 teaspoon of liquid castile soap (I prefer Dr. Bronner’s lavender variety)
10 drops of lavender essential oil
epurpose a used-up cleaner spray bottle; I prefer a white one as it allows me to jot down the “recipe” directly on the bottle. Give it a shake, and you’re ready to get cleaning!
An added bonus, this DIY cleaner is remarkably cost-effective. Here’s a quick cost analysis:
Vinegar: I buy a 1.32-gallon vinegar jug from Costco at approximately $3, which calculates to about $0.19 per cup.
Castile soap: A 32oz purchase from Amazon for $16 comes out to just about $0.021 for 1/4 teaspoon.
Lavender oil: 10 drops from a bottle bought on Amazon for $9.99 works out to approximately $0.05.
That brings the total cost of this homemade concoction to a mere $0.261.
When compared to a typical $3 spray you might pick up at Target, the savings are substantial, earning this recipe a solid 10 on the affordability scale. Plus, it’s incredibly eco-friendly and safe – no need to fret about harmful chemicals contaminating your food or posing a risk to children.
