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Homemade Shower Cleaner – toxin free

by Adrienne 68 Comments Updated: January 3, 2019

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Homemade Shower Cleaner

UPDATE:  Please read my Updated Homemade Shower Cleaner | Homemade Soft Scrub.  The cleaner here doesn't do what I thought it would.

I've been working hard to make more and more homemade homecare products recently.

Things like homemade glass cleaner, homemade dish soap, and the like.

Today, I've got a homemade shower cleaner to share with you!

Cleaning bathrooms is NOT one of my favorite things.

You remember that song from The Sound of Music, right?  “Raindrops on roses and cleaning the bathroom….”

Ahem.  We just got the 45th anniversary copy of The Sound of Music as a family Christmas present so it was kind of on my brain  :-).

Anyway, I really don't like cleaning bathrooms.

And I really don't like all of the chemical stuff that you supposedly need to buy in order to get it clean.

If you're like me, and you just don't like cleaning the bathroom, then this homemade shower cleaner is going to make your life a lot easier.

We seem to have an issue with hard water.  We get a film on our shower that needs to be removed now and then and we have one of those acrylic shower stalls, so you really don't want to use an abrasive cleaner that would put scratches on it–making it harder to get clean in the future.

So the other day, it was time to clean the shower again :-(.

I looked all over the internet to find something easy to make–and that would work!

I found one DIY shower cleaner that was super popular, but it used a premade dish detergent with color and fragrance in it–two things that I really like to avoid– and so I kept looking.

Later, I finally found what I was looking for–a DIY shower cleaner without the extra “stuff”. I whipped it up super quick and really–it worked great. Sadly, the blog isn't around any longer, so I'm pleased to be able to offer it to you all.

No need to scrub a ton and scratch up your shower.

And no exposure to super toxic chemicals.

Why make your own Home Care Products?

1.  Reduce toxic exposure for you and your family.  Like I said, I really dislike the chemical and fragrance smells in the multiple chemical-laden products on the shelves these days.

2.  Use less packaging.  With all of the multiple cleaning products in the stores, I prefer to make my own items, and then refill the reusable spray bottles, etc., thereby lowering my impact on the environment.

3.  Lower toxins in the environment.  Every time you purchase something that's loaded with chemicals you encourage companies to keep making them, and after you use it you are putting the toxins back into the air we breathe and the water we drink.  Let's keep this stuff out of our environment as much as possible, shall we?

Homemade Shower Cleaner

1 cup baking soda
1/3 cup borax
½ cup liquid soap (I used Dr. Bronner's)
2 Tbsp vinegar
1 cup warm water (the warm temperature helps dissolve the ingredients)
4 drops essential oil (I used lemon for its grease-cutting capabilities and fresh scent)

Method

1.  Place all ingredients into a spray or squeezable plastic bottle.

2.  Combine well.

3.  Apply to shower surface evenly.

4.  Allow to sit for a few minutes.

5.  Wipe off and rinse.

UPDATE:  There is some info on the internet about not mixing castille soap and vinegar, but this really does seem to work.  I am going to do some more experimenting and will get back to you on this.

Here are some other great posts about Natural Home Care Products:

– No-Streak Glass Cleaner
– Natural Dishwasher Rinse Aid
– Why I Don't Make Laundry Detergent

Since I've made quite a few DIY household products, I had everything in my home needed to make this.

If you don't, all of the ingredients are fairly easy to find and you will be able to use them for other DIY projects in the future.

 You should be able to get most of the ingredients for this Homemade Shower Cleaner at the store.  If you prefer to shop online, you could check out Amazon.

You can check out Rocky Mountain Oils (formerly Native American Nutritionals) for essential oils.  I recommend them in my Best Essential Oils Series.

What DIY Home Care Products do you make?

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Adrienne Urban is the Founder and Owner of Whole New Mom. She has a background in research, journalism, insurance, employee benefits, financial markets, frugal living, and nutrition. Seeking a better life for herself and her family, she uses research and consults with many physicians and other practitioners to find solutions to the variety of issues they have dealt with including life-threatening food allergies and thyroid and adrenal concerns. WholeNewMom.com is the result of her experiences and knowledge gained throughout the process. Posts are reviewed and verified by the Whole New Mom team.

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  1. Kerrie says

    December 18, 2018 at 4:46 pm

    I am sorry again as I am getting a rejected message and hopefully this time you will get my reply.
    31/2 tablespoons citric acid
    1 litre of distilled water.
    I have used 750 ml distilled water as well without a problem of residue as I didn’t have a 1 litre spray bottle

    Reply
    • Adrienne says

      December 18, 2018 at 10:08 pm

      No problem! It’s not rejected. I just moderate all comments to prevent spam and abuse. Thank you!

      Reply
  2. Kerrie says

    December 18, 2018 at 4:32 pm

    I am sorry. Autocorrect on my phone
    31/2 tablespoons citric acid
    1 litre of distilled water

    Reply
  3. Kerrie says

    December 18, 2018 at 4:27 pm

    I am sure you’re going to love it. If you have a bit of build up on your glass doors you may have to do it a few times but it will go.

    Reply
    • Adrienne says

      December 18, 2018 at 10:21 pm

      Thank you!!

      Reply
  4. Kerrie says

    December 9, 2018 at 4:05 am

    Best shower cleaner that I use is;
    31/2 t.v. citric acid
    1 it distilled water
    40 drops eucalyptus essential oils
    I mix the oil into the citric acid and then put it in a large spray bottle. I then add some of the water to the bottle and shake well until the citric acid has dissolved and then top up the bottle with the remaining water. I usually spray the shower glass just before I turn on the shower. While I am showering I wipe the glass down with a wet microfiber cloth. When I am ready to hop out I wipe dry with a glass cloth or just use a squeegee. The glass, tiles , bath and mirrors have never been cleaner. I also use this on my stove top, benches, Windows and paint work. I am thrilled with the results and have found out that you can also use on granite without damaging the surface. No harsh smells of vinegar or ammonia. I have been using it for months now and love it and just wanted to share.

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    • Adrienne says

      December 18, 2018 at 3:43 pm

      Nice and I will try it for sure!

      Reply
    • Adrienne says

      December 18, 2018 at 3:45 pm

      Hi again – what is t.v. and what is “it”? 🙂

      Reply
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