Finally! The 8th month of the year is upon us! Hello, Leo season to my courageous Leos out there.
August is one of my favorite months reminding me that summer is still in full swing there is still a lot of fun left to be had. Cleaning around the house during this time of year is quite refreshing and relaxing. Summer scents fill the air, that sense of clean is to be celebrated. From Basil to Lemon, and Geranium and Jasmine subtly give those hints of fresh air in the home.
Though we are still in such an uncertain time cleaning is even more necessary. The silver lining is that each chore is scheduled around an activity I’d truly enjoy; whether it be finally finishing that book I started or sunbathing in my back yard. But having a clean and healthy home is truly the best reward!
Let’s check out my top 5 August Favorite cleaning products to use around the home!
- Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day Multi-Surface Everyday-Cleaner in Geranium
- Grove Collaborative Carpet & Upholstery Stain Remover in Lavender & Thyme
- Caldrea Countertop Spray in Sea Salt Neroli
- Clorox Clean-Up Cleaner + Bleach in Fresh Scent
- Caldrea Dish Soap in Sea Salt Neroli
1. Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day Multi-Surface Everyday-Cleaner in Geranium
Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day Multi-Surface Everyday-Cleaner in Geranium is tough on dirt and grime, gentle on your home. (Right from the bottle label) Lol. But seriously, this scent has quickly become my favorite. Geranium is both floral and revitalizing. It’s sweet notes combined with green citrus fit nicely in my summer pallet. It’s made with essential oils and plant-based ingredients in the USA and is paraben-free and biodegradable.
How to use: Simply spray on all non-porous surfaces like finished wood and tile floors, countertops, walls, porcelain, bathroom fixtures, sealed stone, and granite. Just wipe away. I love using my Dollar Store blue micro-fiber cloths while using this cleaner.
2. Grove Collaborative Carpet & Upholstery Stain Remover in Lavender & Thyme
Grove Collaborative Carpet & Upholstery Stain Remover in Lavender & Thyme packs a pretty punch for it to be 93% biobased with no harsh chemicals. Not only does this foam stain remover lift tough stains from most fabrics, but it also removes them completely, preventing stains from resurfacing later. Having Louis Vuitton running in & out of the house, Bre’s newfound love of red wine. Stella Black is quite yummy; we needed to add a stain remover to our cleaning caddie.
How to use: Remove any loose debris from the area. Spray the stain until it is fully covered and use a clean, damp cloth to gently blot or rub. Repeat as needed. Before use, test for colorfastness in an inconspicuous area let the spot completely dry before assessing for any discoloration.
3. Caldrea Countertop Spray in Sea Salt Neroli
Caldrea Countertop Spray in Sea Salt Neroli.
How to use: Simply spray and wipe clean. I like to use a clean microfiber cloth or even a paper towel while using this countertop spray. I usually clear debris or wipe down stains before spraying just to ensure the scent lingers.
4. Clorox Clean-Up Cleaner + Bleach in Fresh Scent
Clorox Clean-Up Cleaner + Bleach in Fresh Scent. Ah, a disinfectant that doesn’t leave that sterile, bleachy scent. In the current Covid-19 era, finding any disinfectant products has been quite challenging, especially in the early stages. I came across this product in my local Target well-stocked near all the other natural cleaning products. Funny how so many amazing NATURAL cleaning products were in great supply everywhere! Hey more for us right?! To my surprise this is truly an all-purpose bleach spray cleaner is designed to quickly and effectively clean, disinfects 99.9% of bacteria & viruses, and deodorize a variety of surfaces both indoors and outdoors, while leaving behind a pleasant fresh scent.
How to use: Please read the label before using any disinfectant specific directions vary depending on the surface you’re cleaning. In general, use in a well-ventilated area. To clean and disinfect hard, nonporous surfaces, spray product 4-6 inches from surface until thoroughly wet. Let stand for 30 seconds, rinse or wipe clean. For heavily soiled surfaces, pre-clean surface before disinfecting.
5. Caldrea Dish Soap in Sea Salt Neroli
Caldrea Dish Soap in Sea Salt Neroli, no bias remember? This dish soap though a little on the pricey side is an awesome addition to using the countertop spray. Yes, I belong to the handwash community and it’s something about this formula that doesn’t leave my hands so dry. I use the Grove Collaborative Bubble Up Dish Soap Dispenser Sponge Dish set to allow the scent of the soap to linger on my countertop. It’s biodegradable, made from renewable energy & vegan. Plus, its naturally derived concentrated formula is made to plow through grease and grime without leaving marks on your dishes. I alternate this soap with other favorites to conserve my natural goodness.
How to use: Just a few squirts, a little goes a long way, the suds last throughout a sink load, and it leaves dishes and cookware clean and shiny.
Bonus tip: Feel free to incorporate essential oils into your cleaning routines! Next Cleaning article, I will show you my favorite ways to add aromatherapy to your cleaning routine!
Resources: www.amazon.com/shop/britlovespink; https://www.grove.co/catalog/?category=household
