"Fake" Windex

I use a drop of natural dishsoap mixed with vinegar and water. Once you start using vinegar to clean you will start to associate the smell of vinegar with the smell of clean. Kind of like people associate the smell of poison/toxic chemicals with the smell of clean. :)

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I've never tried it with windex! I do know that vinegar is a natural disenfectant, and while it smells gross, it's AMAZING. I used to clean primarily with it, as well as condition my hair with it. I'd suggest putting some in a spray bottle, 1 part vinegar to about 2 parts water. After you've washed with the vinegar wash it down with water (for counters) to get rid of the smell. You can use white vinegar but some people prefer apple cider vinegar because it doesn't smell as strong (I guess?).

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Vinegar is phenominal on windows, mirrors, and chrome. I started cleaning pretty much everything with it when I became pregnant and I love it. Yes it smells when you are using it but as soon as it dries the smell is gone

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I use one drop of Basic H from Shaklee in a 16 oz bottle of water.

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Yes yes yes! And, another tip I learned (while working one summer as a "chambermaid") - use the regular old newspaper pages to clean glass. Leaves it REALLY clean & clear, and no lint (unlike paper towel).

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My husband works for SC Johnson Wax. He doesn't make Windex (that's a different part of the plant) but I remember him saying it's LITERALLY 90% water.

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Yes, I use a water/vinegar solution and it works great, even on windows and mirrors. Healthier and cheaper too.

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Hooray for water/vinegar solution!! Also, use the pleated coffee filters for wiping. No lint and no newspaper print!!

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I don't know how to make windex, but we use the Greenworks brand and their spray is just as good (hubby thinks better) than windex. Maybe a decent alternative, but not as good as homemade.

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Another recipe that I have used is 4 c water 2 drops of dish detergent (I've heard that both Joy and Dawn work well). You can add a drop or two of blue food coloring if you want that Windex color. ;)

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yes, much better for you too! I have read (dont know if it is true necessarily) that windex is one of the worst chemical cleaners you can have in your house so I would def use that instead!

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Water, carp full of ammonia and a few drops of rubbing alcohol in a spray bottle works for me like a charm. I also make my own " Fantastic" with water borax castille soap and a splash of ammonia. Cleans the stove and counter top like a champ for a fraction of the cost.

I use vinegar and water for almost EVERYTHING! It kills almost as many germs as bleach (99% vs. 99.9% or something like that), but is healthy for our lungs and such. For scrubbing I use baking soda (also for whitening). It's amazing the change in how I feel since I switched!

K.

Yes, vinegar and water is the best thing you can use to clean so many surfaces in the home. And instead of using paper towels, use newspaper! It works great and leaves everything shiny and sparkling. I learned this when I worked in a restaurant. We always cleaned with it.

Also if you need something to clean a stubborn spot try using baking soda. Sprinkle it on the spot like you would a cleanser (Comet, Ajax) and use a damp sponge to scrub it. This works great in the bathroom (tub and sink). It makes everything shine and no gritty feel afterwards. And it's safe for everyone in the house!