Cleaning Recipes

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.