Eco-Friendly Cleaning: How to Tackle Grease, Mould, and Odours with Everyday Kitchen Ingredients

Discover how to clean your home naturally with pantry staples! From tackling grease and mould to eliminating odours, these eco-friendly kitchen cleaning hacks will keep your space fresh and chemical-free.
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Why Buy When You Already Have It?

Ever stood in the cleaning aisle, overwhelmed by the sheer number of products—each promising a miracle but loaded with harsh chemicals? What if I told you that the solution to grease-streaked counters, stubborn mould, and lingering odours is already in your kitchen?

From zesty lemons to trusty baking soda, your pantry holds an arsenal of eco-friendly cleaners that can tackle dirt and grime while keeping your home fresh, safe, and toxin-free. So, let’s get cleaning—naturally!

1. Banishing Grease: The Power of Vinegar & Baking Soda

Grease build-up in the kitchen is inevitable, especially around stovetops and cabinets. Instead of reaching for chemical-laden degreasers, try this:

DIY Grease-Cutting Spray
  • 1 cup white vinegar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • A few drops of lemon juice or essential oil (optional for a fresh scent)

How to Use: Mix everything in a spray bottle, shake, and spritz onto greasy surfaces. Let it sit for a minute, then wipe away with a damp cloth. Vinegar breaks down grease while baking soda adds gentle scrubbing power!

Why It Works: Vinegar cuts through grease effortlessly, while baking soda lifts stubborn residue without scratching surfaces.

2. Fighting Mould: Harnessing the Magic of Tea Tree Oil & Hydrogen Peroxide

Mould loves damp corners, from bathroom tiles to kitchen sinks. Instead of harsh bleach, go for this natural antifungal solution:

DIY Mould Remover Spray
  • 1 cup hydrogen peroxide (3%)
  • 10 drops tea tree oil
  • 1 cup water

How to Use: Spray directly onto mouldy areas, let it sit for 10 minutes, then scrub with a brush or cloth. Rinse well.

Why It Works: Hydrogen peroxide disinfects and removes stains, while tea tree oil naturally kills mould spores without toxic fumes.

3. Eliminating Odours: The Freshness of Lemon & Coffee Grounds

Whether it’s a smelly fridge, musty bins, or lingering kitchen odours, these two ingredients are your best friends:

Lemon for a Fresh-Smelling Fridge:
  • Cut a lemon in half and place it in the fridge to absorb odours naturally. Replace every week.
Coffee Grounds for Musty Smells:
  • Place dried coffee grounds in a bowl and leave them in problem areas (like near the bin or inside cupboards) to neutralise bad smells.

Why It Works: Lemons naturally deodorise with citric acid, while coffee grounds absorb and trap odours.

Eco-Cleaning for Your Eco-Home

Who needs chemical-laden store-bought cleaners when your kitchen holds nature’s best cleaning ingredients? With a little pantry magic, you can keep your home sparkling, fresh, and chemical-free—while being kinder to the environment.

What’s your favourite natural cleaning hack? Share your go-to kitchen ingredient cleaner in the comments below!💬

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