Why save and reuse lemon peels instead of throwing them away? Here’s the home trick that will make you love them.

In a world where more and more people are looking for natural and sustainable alternatives for cleaning their homes, lemon peels, along with two other key ingredients, can prove ideal for making a homemade all-purpose cleaner. This simple and versatile combination offers a cost-effective alternative to commercial products and promotes a clean and safe home environment. So let’s look at how to use lemon peels to make an effective all-purpose cleaner.

Lemon peels, useful for cleaning

Often considered a waste product, lemon peels are widely used in the preparation of desserts, but also first or second courses. In this article we will see how to use them in a completely different area, namely  for cleaning the house . All you need are the peels of one or more lemons, alcohol, vinegar and an airtight jar.

The first thing to do is to remove the lemon peels.  Be sure to use organic lemons to  avoid unwanted chemicals. After using lemons in other culinary preparations, carefully remove the peel and set it aside for laundry detergent making.

At this point, you must equip yourself with a clean jar to fill with the collected lemon peels.  Then, add the alcohol and vinegar to the jar , maintaining a ratio of about 2 parts alcohol to 1 part vinegar. Make sure the peels are completely submerged in the liquid solution and do not leak. Close the jar tightly and  leave it in a cool, dark place for at least two weeks . During this time, the properties of the lemon peels will gradually pass into the alcohol and vinegar solution, creating a very powerful cleaning agent.

How to use homemade cleaner

After two weeks, you can strain the liquid obtained from the lemon peels using a fine sieve or cheesecloth.  Pour the cleaner into an empty spray bottle and dilute the solution with water in a 1:1 ratio  or as needed. Now you have an effective, ready-to-use, homemade all-purpose cleaner at your disposal, but what are the uses that can be made of it?

The all-purpose cleaner made from lemon peels, alcohol and vinegar  can be used for several household cleaning purposes . The very first use is cleaning the kitchen.  Spray the cleaner on countertops , tiles, sinks and appliances to remove stains, grease and bacteria. Lemon is known to be a natural whitener and degreaser, just remove everything with a damp cloth once it has been left to sit for a few minutes.

You can use the cleaner to clean the bathtub, sink, toilet and tiles, but  also to clean window panes and mirrors . The antibacterial properties of vinegar and the deodorizing properties of lemon help keep the bathroom fresh and disinfected.

In addition, your new natural solution is great for cleaning floors. Simply dilute the cleaner with warm water and wash the floors. It effectively removes dirt and leaves a fresh, clean scent.

Last but not least,  it can be used as an air freshener . Simply spray the cleaner diluted in water to eliminate bad smells in your home.

Making a homemade all-purpose cleaner using lemon peels, alcohol and vinegar is an eco-friendly, inexpensive and versatile option for household cleaning.  This natural solution offers numerous benefits , including antibacterial properties, odor elimination and the ability to remove stains and grease. Experiment with the ratio and uses for yourself to find the combination that works best for your needs.