Do you spend R200 or more every month on cleaning products? You don't have to. Vinegar and baking soda can clean almost your whole house for less than R30. Many South African families in Emalahleni, Soweto, Durban and Cape Town already use this trick. It is cheap, safe, and it really works. In this guide, I will show you exactly how to clean your kitchen, bathroom and floors with these two simple things.
Mix 1 cup of white vinegar with 1 cup of water in a spray bottle. Spray your counters and stove. Leave it for 5 minutes, then wipe with a clean cloth. It kills germs and removes grease. For stubborn stains, sprinkle baking soda first, then spray vinegar on top. It will bubble and lift the dirt. Wipe clean. Your kitchen will shine.
Make a paste with 3 spoons of baking soda and a little water. Rub it on your bath, sink and tiles with an old toothbrush or sponge. Then spray vinegar on top. Leave it for 10 minutes and rinse. It removes soap marks and bad smells. Do this once a week and your bathroom will stay white and fresh.
Add half a cup of vinegar to a bucket of warm water. Mop your floors like normal. Do NOT add too much vinegar, just half a cup. It will remove dirt and leave your house smelling fresh. For tiles, add 2 spoons of baking soda to the bucket for extra cleaning power. Your floors will be clean without expensive floor cleaner.
Do not mix vinegar and baking soda in a closed bottle, it will explode. Do not use vinegar on marble or granite, it can damage it. Always test in a small corner first. Keep vinegar away from your eyes.
You don't need expensive products to have a clean home. Vinegar and baking soda cost less than R30 at Shoprite, Boxer or Pick n Pay. Try this method this week and see the difference. Share this with your family so they can save money too.