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" These mix-it-yourself cleaners use environmentally friendly ingredients \u2014 like baking soda and vinegar \u2014 and are quite inexpensive. If you&amp;#039;ve run out of your favorite cleaning solution, don&amp;#039;t run to the store; try one of these standbys instead.  1. GLASS CLEANER Great for: Windows and mirrors Ingredients \u2022 2 cups water \u2022 1/2 cup white or cider vinegar \u2022 1/4 cup rubbing alcohol (70% concentration) \u2022 1 to 2 drops of orange essential oil, which gives the solution a lovely smell (optional) How to use: Combine ingredients and store in a spray bottle. Spray on a paper towel or soft cloth first, then on the glass. Hint: Don&amp;#039;t clean windows on a hot, sunny day because the solution will dry too quickly and leave lots of streaks.  2. HEAVY-DUTY SCRUB Great for: Rust stains on porcelain or enamel sinks and tubs Ingredients \u2022 Half a lemon \u2022 1/2 cup borax (a laundry booster; find it in the detergent aisle) How to use: Dip the lemon into the borax and scrub surface; rinse. (Not safe for marble or granite.)  3. GREASE CLEANER Great for: Oven hoods, grills Ingredients \u2022 1/2 cup sudsy ammonia mixed with enough water to fill a one-gallon container. (Sudsy ammonia, which has detergent in it, helps remove tough grime.) How to use: Dip sponge or mop in solution and wipe over surface, then rinse area with clear water.  4. ALL-PURPOSE CLEANER AND DEODORIZER Great for: Kitchen counters, appliances, and inside the refrigerator Ingredients \u2022 4 tablespoons baking soda \u2022 1 quart warm water How to use: Pour solution on a clean sponge and wipe. 5. LAST-RESORT CLOTHING STAIN REMOVER Great for: Badly stained washable or bleachable garments Ingredients \u2022 1 gallon hot water \u2022 1 cup powdered dishwasher detergent \u2022 1 cup regular liquid chlorine bleach (not ultra or concentrate) How to use: Mix and pour ingredients into a stainless steel, plastic, or enamel bowl (not aluminum). Soak garment for 15 to 20 minutes. If stain is still there, let it soak a bit longer, then wash garment as usual.  6. WHITE RING REMOVER Great for: Anywhere you&amp;#039;ve accidentally left a water ring (but not on unfinished wood, lacquer, or antiques). Ingredients \u2022 One part white non-gel toothpaste to one part baking soda How to use: Dampen a cloth with water, add toothpaste mixture, and rub with the grain to buff over the ring. Then take a dry cloth and wipe off. Use another soft cloth for a final shine. Polish as you normally would.  7. DISHWASHER STAIN REMOVER Ingredients \u2022 1/4 cup powdered lemon or orange drink How to use: To remove rust from the inside walls, pour the powder (which contains citric acid or citric acid crystals) into the detergent cup and then run a regular cycle. Repeat as necessary.  8. BRASS CLEANER Great for: Non-lacquered cabinet pulls, bathroom appointments, and more Ingredients \u2022 White vinegar or lemon juice \u2022 Table salt How to use: Dampen a sponge with vinegar or lemon juice, then sprinkle on salt. Lightly rub over surface. Rinse thoroughly with water, then immediately dry with a clean soft cloth.  9. MARBLE CLEANER Great for: Natural stone countertops Ingredients \u2022 A drop or two of mild dishwashing liquid (non-citrus-scented) \u2022 2 cups warm water How to use: Mix the detergent and water. Sponge over marble and rinse completely to remove any soap residue. Buff with a soft cloth; do not let the marble air-dry. Caution: Never use vinegar, lemon, or any other acidic cleaner on marble or granite surfaces; it will eat into the stone.  SAFETY TIP:Never combine ammonia-based cleaners with chlorine bleach or products containing bleach, such as powdered dishwasher detergent. The fumes they&amp;#039;ll create are extremely dangerous. Before doing any mixing, read the product labels first. Up Next: 5 Simple Ways To Clean Less         "^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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