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DIY Sink and Tub Scrub

January 27, 2024 by morgansfarmhouse Leave a Comment

Are you looking for a natural alternative to the toxic powder you use to clean the sink? Then whip up a batch of this DIY sink and tub scrub! With only 3 ingredients you can have that sink clean in no time. Then move on to the bathtub. Did I mention that it leaves you home smelling fresh and clean too?

Putting lemon essential oil into DIY Sink and Tub Scrub

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The Struggle of the Switch

Change is never easy, especially in our house. As a little girl I would cry when I got new glasses, even though I knew they were exactly the same as the last pair. Although I no longer pitch a fit, I still prefer things to stay the same. My husband is no better than I am. He was so upset at the idea of a dog, he almost pulled his beard out.

After learning about the effects that chemical cleaners have on our bodies, I was ready to welcome change. If it had been up to me, I would have tossed out the disinfecting wipes and toilet bowl cleaner immediately. My husband wasn’t ready to dive in though. He can’t stand the smell of vinegar, so he struggled with many of my natural swaps. Eventually I found other recipes and we finally made the switch. Slow and steady as it was. 

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About the DIY Sink and Tub Scrub

Baking Soda

Baking soda is a great cleaner. It is abrasive enough to remove the soap scum and grime. It also works as a great deodorizer. This can come in handy in the kitchen and the bathroom.

Citric Acid

Citric acid is a good degreaser. This makes it perfect for cleaning in the kitchen. 

Essential Oils

Lemon essential oil is my go to for this recipe. Any citrus oil will help remove any stuck on gunk and leave the sink smelling clean too!

DIY Sink and Tub Scrub Recipe

Ingredients

½ cup citric acid

1 ½ cup baking soda

10 drop essential oils

Instructions

  1. Add ½ cup citric acid, 1 ½ cup baking soda, and 10 drops of essential oil to a jar. Some people avoid putting it in glass because any moisture can cause a reaction that can cause the glass to shatter. I’ve never had an issue with storing it in glass personally. 
  2. Give it a good shake to mix up the oil. Put an airtight lid or parmesan lid on the top before storing it. 
sprinkling DIY Sink and Tub Scrub in a white sink

Using the DIY Sink and Tub Scrub

Sprinkle a bit of the DIY sink and tub scrub on a wet surface. Then use a brush or sponge to remove the grime. Rinse it off with some clean water. 

You can also put some in the toilet bowl before scrubbing it with a toilet brush. I do this to help with hard water build up. 

After scrubbing the kitchen sink, sprinkle some into the garbage disposal. Allow it to sit for a few minutes to help deodorize the disposal. 

DIY Sink and Tub Scrub in a blue jar with lemon essential oil next to it

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Hi, I’m Morgan, wife, teacher,  and wannabe homesteader. Follow along for recipes, tips, and tricks as we learn how to go from city living to homesteading heaven. Read more about me here.

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