If you’ve ever stood in the cleaning aisle comparing five nearly identical bottles and wondering why they all cost $7, making your own DIY house cleaner starts to make a lot of sense.

The good news: you don’t need fancy ingredients or have a a degree in chemistry to be able to make them either. With a few basics, you can clean most of your house effectively while knowing exactly what you’re spraying on your surfaces.

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Why Make a DIY House Cleaner?

A DIY house cleaner keeps things simple. It’s cheaper, easier to refill, and doesn’t come with a warning label longer than the instructions.

Why people switch:

Costs significantly less than store-bought cleaners Fewer harsh chemicals Customizable scents (or none at all) Works well for everyday messes One less bottle under the sink And yes, it still cleans. You’re not just wiping things with good intentions.

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Basic DIY House Cleaner (All-Purpose)

This is a great everyday cleaner for most non-stone surfaces.

Ingredients:

🫧1 cup water. 🫧1 cup white vinegar 🫧10–15 drops essential oil (optional)

Instructions:

Combine everything in a spray bottle. Shake gently. Spray and wipe clean.

Best for:

Counters (not stone), tables, appliances, bathrooms, and general cleaning.

⚠️ Avoid using vinegar on granite, marble, or natural stone—it’s effective, but not that friendly.⚠️

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DIY House Cleaner for Granite & Stone Surfaces

Granite and stone look tough, but they’re easier to damage than most people realize. Acidic or abrasive cleaners can dull the surface over time, which is why simpler is better here.

Stone-Safe Cleaner

Ingredients:

🫧2 cups warm water. 🫧2–3 drops Dawn dish soap 🫧🫧 🫧Microfiber cloth

How to Use:

Mix the water and dish soap. Lightly spray or apply with a cloth. Wipe clean and dry with a microfiber towel.

Safe for:

Granite Marble Quartz Soapstone Sealed natural stone

This combo cleans without leaving residue or slowly ruining your countertops.

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DIY Glass Cleaner Recipe Using Dawn Dish Soap

Ingredients:

🫧2 cups warm water 🫧1–2 drops Dawn dish soap (blue Dawn recommended).

For heavily soiled or greasy glass surfaces, add:

🫧1 tablespoon white vinegar (This enhances grease-cutting power and helps eliminate streaks.)

Whenever I cleaned houses for a living I would also carry around with me a flat razor blade scraper and a squeegee.

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DIY Disinfecting Cleaner (Non-Stone Surfaces)

For times when you want a bit more disinfecting power.

Ingredients:

🫧1 cup 70% isopropyl alcohol 🫧1 cup water 🫧Optional essential oil

Best for:

Door handles, light switches, bathroom surfaces

(Not for stone—stone prefers a gentler approach.)

⚠️What Not to Use on Granite or Stone⚠️

Avoid these, even if you see them recommended elsewhere:

Vinegar or lemon juice Baking soda Ammonia Abrasive pads or powders

If it sounds strong, it probably is.

Storage & Use Tips

Label your bottles Shake gently before use Store out of direct sunlight Test on a small area first (always a good idea)

Final Thoughts:

Learning how to make your own DIY house cleaner is a simple way to save money and clean effectively without overcomplicating things. With the right ingredients, you can handle everyday messes and protect surfaces like granite and stone at the same time.

Written by:

Katherine Dick

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