FEATURED
YOUR EVERYDAY ESSENTIALS
ExPLORE
DYE-FREE CLEANING
FEATURED
YOUR EVERYDAY ESSENTIALS
ExPLORE
DYE-FREE CLEANING
It’s almost as if carpets and upholstery are asking for spills, crumbs, and general mishaps when kids and pets are in the picture. But before you assume you’ve already lost the battle to that mysterious stain or odor, try this cleaning trick and get on with your day.
Mix the Truly Free Home Laundry Wash and optional OxyBoost (if it’s appropriate for the material and stain) into a bucket of hot water. Apply the mixture to the affected area, gently work it in, and then go over it again with clean water to remove any residual soap. For upholstery and delicate materials, always check the manufacturer’s care instructions first and test a small, hidden area before treating the entire spot.
Before you know it, the shirt your kid always reaches for—the one you just washed—has turned into a science experiment before lunchtime. Between food, grass, and questionable grime, some clothes call for more than a regular wash cycle. This laundry soak can help give well-loved clothing a deeper refresh and a fresh start.
Fill a sink, washtub, or large basin with hot water, then add all the ingredients listed above. Mix everything together until well combined, then add your clothes, letting them soak for at least four hours (or overnight).
Then, transfer the items to the washing machine and run a regular cycle using Truly Free Home Laundry Wash. Dry in the dryer or hang dry.
Unless you’re scrubbing your shower and bathroom tile daily (honestly, who has the time and patience for that?), some grime and discoloration on the grout is bound to happen. When your once-white grout starts looking like it could use some TLC, this combo can step in to help remove buildup.
Mix the Truly Free Home OxyBoost with hot water to create a paste. Apply it directly onto the grout and let it sit for a few minutes before scrubbing with your tool of choice. Finally, rinse the area with water.
For stubborn buildup, repeat the steps as needed. And before using the paste on a large area, test it in a corner spot to make sure it agrees with your surface.
Tending to the toilet is probably the last thing anyone wants to do, but these DIY cleaning bombs make the dreaded chore feel all the more satisfying. They may take a little extra time and elbow grease to make, but once they’re done, they do all the heavy lifting. Plus, one batch makes enough for several cleans, so you’ll have them at the ready the next time the toilet needs cleaning.
Combine the Truly Free Home OxyBoost and baking soda in a bowl, then add the essential oil a few drops at a time while mixing. Lightly mist the mixture with water while stirring until it becomes damp enough to hold its shape (avoid overmoistening as it can activate the ingredients). Pack the mixture into an ice cube tray or silicone mold, and let it dry overnight. Carefully remove the toilet bombs from the tray or mold, and store them in an airtight container.
Drop one bomb into the toilet and wait 10-15 minutes, or until it’s fully dissolved. Lastly, scrub with a toilet brush and flush.
Whether it’s food and soap residue, sand and dirt, or hair, sooner or later, your sink drain is going to need some attention. If the water isn’t draining like it should—or your sink has developed a not-so-pleasant smell—put this plant-derived drain cleaner to work to get things flowing again.
Pour the dry ingredients—Truly Free Home OxyBoost, Truly Free Home Enzyme Stain Remover, and baking soda—directly down the drain, followed by the distilled white vinegar. Let the concoction fizz and work its way through the drain for 5-10 minutes. Then, flush the drain with hot water for at least one minute to help wash away loosened residue and lingering odors.
If we’re talking about the kitchen sink, avoid putting rice and pasta, flour, grease and cooking oil, fibrous food scraps, coffee grounds, and eggshells down the drain to help prevent buildup and clogs.
The next time a spill, stain, or suspicious smell finds its way into your home, you don't have to make a special trip to the cleaning aisle. Try keeping these DIY cleaning recipes on hand, and you'll be ready for whatever cleaning curveball mom life throws your way.
