GLASS AND WINDOW CLEANER

1/2 c. ammonia
1 pt. rubbing alcohol
1 tsp. laundry detergent
2 qt. water

Mix the ingredients in a large bottle.  Makes 2 quarts. 

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COPPER AND BRASS SPRAY CLEANER

white vinegar
3 Tbsp. salt

Fill a small spray bottle with vinegar and add salt. Spray the solution on copper utensils, let stand for a while and then rub clean. 

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DRAIN CLEANER

1 c. salt
1 c. soda
1/4 c. cream of tartar

Mix ingredients together. Dissolve one cup of cleaner in one cup of hot water. Put in drain. When bubbling stops, rinse drain with hot water.

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APPLIANCE SPRAY CLEANER

2 fluid oz. rubbing alcohol
7 fluid oz. sudsy ammonia
11 fluid oz. tap water

Mix ingredients together and pour into a spray bottle.  

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CARPET CLEANER

2 c. baking soda
1/2 c. cornstarch
4 to 5 bay leaves
1 Tbsp. cloves

Mix all ingredients together and store in a coffee can. Sprinkle on carpet and let stand for a couple of hours. Vacuum.

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FURNITURE CLEANER SPRAY

1 qt. mineral oil
10 drops lemon extract

Mix together mineral oil and lemon extract.  Pour into spray bottle.  

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JEWELRY CLEANER

3 parts ammonia 
1 part water
2 to 3 drops dish soap liquid

Soak jewelry a few minutes, then rinse in clear water.  Do not use on pearls.

*To clean up fruit juice spills, cover the spill with salt, and later rinse with cool water.

*Grapefruit rinds are a great way to remove stains on porcelain

*To remove wax spills from tablecloths, place in the freezer and then peel off.  Works with candleholders, too.

*An easy way to clean your oven is to place a pan of hot water and 2 Tbsp. of ammonia in it overnight.

*You can add sparkle to your dishes in your automatic dishwasher by doing the following:  Run the dishwasher on the regular cycle without soap.  When the machine has filled with water, open the door and add a cup of white vinegar.  Finish the cycle.  This helps to remove deposits in the pipes.

*Sprinkle baking soda on carpet stains when they occur.  Leave on overnight and vacuum.

*Remove crayon from carpeting by moistening the spot and rubbing in laundry detergent.  You may have to repeat the process more than once.

*Use cat litter to absorb oil spots in the garage

*Remove circles made by wet glasses on tables by rubbing in camphorated oil with a piece of cotton

*Mix 6 parts water, 2 parts household ammonia and a pinch of salt to remove milk stains with a soft cloth.

*Use a dryer sheet for removing soap scum from showers and tubs

*To clear a sink drain, drop 3 tablets of Alka Seltzer into drain followed by a cup of white vinegar. Wait a few minutes, then run hot water.

*Use hairspray to dissolve ink in fabric

*Jars of white vinegar placed in your home will help absorb odors

*Goo-gone, a citrus-based cleaner, is great for removing adhesives from any surface

*Boil cinnamon and cloves to freshen the air in your home

*When washing linoleum floors, try a mixture of mild dish detergent and a couple capfuls of baby oil 

*Vinegar and a little vegetable oil works well for cleaning wood floors

*Use one cup vinegar and one gallon of water when washing brick surfaces

*Toothpaste works well for removing crayon from your walls

*Add 1/4 C. baking soda to your laundry detergent to leave clothes smelling fresh

*To remove smoky odor from clothes, fill your bathtub with hot water. Add 1 cup white vinegar. Hang garments above the steaming bath water. 

*To remove deposits from metal showerheads, combine 1/2 cup white vinegar and one quart water.  Completely submerge the showerhead and boil 15 minutes.