You’re not alone. Between kids, pets, and daily traffic, it can feel like your floors are never truly clean for long. The good news? There’s a simple, natural trick you can try that helps keep your floors fresh, shiny, and dust-free — for up to a whole week — with no need to mop every single day.
This homemade cleaner is easy to prepare, budget-friendly, and free from harsh chemicals. It cleans deeply, repels dust, leaves a fresh scent, and protects surfaces — making it a must-have for any busy household.
What You’ll Need — The Natural Floor Cleaner Mix:
- 2 liters of warm water
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 2 tablespoons dish soap
- ½ cup white vinegar or lemon juice
- ½ cup ethyl alcohol
- 2 tablespoons baking soda
- 1 capful of fabric softener
What Each Ingredient Does:
- White vinegar: disinfects & boosts shine
- Baking soda: lifts stains & neutralizes odors
- Alcohol: kills germs & helps floors dry faster
- Salt: boosts cleaning power
- Fabric softener: leaves a soft scent & helps repel dust
How to Use This DIY Floor Cleaner:
- Fill a bucket with warm water (about 2 liters).
- Stir in salt and baking soda until fully dissolved.
- Add vinegar (or lemon juice), alcohol, and dish soap.
- Finish with fabric softener and mix gently.
- Mop your floor with the solution — no need to rinse.
- Let air dry naturally for best results.
Tip for Wood Floors: Use less baking soda and stick to white vinegar instead of lemon juice to avoid damaging the finish.
Which Floors Can You Use It On?
Suitable for:
- Ceramic tiles
- Porcelain
- Vinyl flooring
- Sealed hardwood
- Glazed tiles
Not recommended for:
- Unsealed wood
- Raw natural stone (e.g. marble, limestone)
Want Your Home to Smell Even Better?
Add 5–10 drops of essential oil (like lavender, peppermint, or eucalyptus) to your mix. Your home will smell amazing — and feel extra relaxing too!
Extra Tips for Cleaner Floors:
- Place rugs in high-traffic zones
- Use doormats at entrances
- Take shoes off indoors
- Vacuum corners weekly
- Mop with this mix every 7–10 days
