Product

Alternative

Bleach

Borax

Detergent & Soap

Elbow grease

Scouring Powders

Baking soda, or rub area with one-half lemon dipped in borax, then rinse

General Cleaner

Baking soda and vinegar, or lemon juice combined with borax paste

Floor Cleaner

One cup vinegar in 2 gallons of water

Window Cleaner

One cup vinegar + 1 qt. warm water. Rinse and squeegee

Aluminum Cleaner

2 Tbsp. cream of tartar + 1 qt. of hot water

Brass Cleaner

Worcestershire sauce, or paste made of equal amounts of salt, vinegar and water

Copper Cleaner

Lemon juice and water, or paste of lemon juice, salt, and flour

Chrome Cleaner/Polish

Apple cider vinegar to clean; baby oil to polish

Stainless Steel Cleaner

Baking soda or mineral oil for polishing, vinegar to remove spots

Fiberglass Stain Remover

Baking soda paste

Mildew Remover

Paste with equal amounts of lemon juice and salt, or white vinegar and salt

Drain Opener

Dissemble or use plumber’s snake, or flush with boiling water + one-quarter cup baking soda + one-quarter cup vinegar

Wood Polish

Olive or almond oil (interior walls only)

Hand Cleaner

Baby oil or margarine

Head & Shower

Baking soda; brush thoroughly

Rug/Upholstery Cleaner

Dry corn starch sprinkled on; vacuum