Earth Scrub (a green "soft scrub") all-purpose cleaner

This is a great "soft scrub" for counters, sinks, tubs, shower stalls, etc. You can optionally add an essential oil to scent. (I use Dr. Bronner's Peppermint Castille soap, so I don't need any extra scent.) It's important to use liquid soap, not detergent, because detergent makes it much harder to rinse. Castille soap is best; it's available at health food stores. It's great to use this and know you're saving money while being kind to your lungs and the planet at the same time! I got this recipe from Karen Logan's book, Clean House, Clean Planet (a great book!). You can add a few drops of tea tree oil to make it disinfectant and use it for a toilet bowl cleaner.

• Ready In: 5 mins
• Yields: 16 oz. bottle

Ingredients

• 1 2⁄3 cups baking soda
• 1⁄2 cup  liquid soap
• 1⁄2 cup water
• 2  tablespoons white vinegar

Directions

1. Stir liquid soap into baking soda.
2. Add the water, and stir to be as smooth as possible.
3. Add the vinegar and stir again.
4. Pour into a squeeze bottle.
5. (A clean, empty ketchup or syrup bottle works well.) Shake well before using, and keep tightly closed between uses.