Less Toxic Alternatives

Commercial Product

Less Toxic Alternative

Bleach

Borax (available in the detergent section of most grocery stores)
 

Dish detergent grease cutter
 

1/2 cup baking soda and lemon juice

Drain cleaner

 

Plunger followed by 1/2 cup baking soda, 1/2 cup vinegar and 2 liters of boiling water

General household cleaner (abrasive)
 

Baking soda

Grease Remover
 

Borax on a damp cloth

Ink spot remover

Cold water, 1 tablespoon of cream of tartar and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
 

Linoleum floor cleaner

1 cup of white vinegar and 2 liters of water
 

Mildew remover

Equal parts vinegar and salt
 

Oven cleaner

2 tablespoons of liquid soap, 2 teaspoons of Borax and warm water
 

Spot remover

Club soda, lemon juice and salt
 

Toilet bowl cleaner

Paste of Borax and lemon juice
 

Tub and tile cleaner

1/4 cup of baking soda, 1/2 cup of white vinegar and warm water
 

Window cleaner

2 tablespoons of vinegar in 1 liter warm water
 

Be sure to take proper precautions when handling and using the things listed above.