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    Can I mix vinegar, water and ammonia together for cleaning countertops?
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    Don't combine ammonia and vinegar in the cleaning solution. Ammonia is an alkali and vinegar is an acid, so the two cancel each other out and become neutral, losing all cleaning power.
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    Do I need to rinse or do a water application after cleaning with the sudsy ammonia?
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    Yes. Soap attracts dirt, so if you don't rinse after using the solution, your newly cleaned area will become dirty again much faster.
  • Question
    Is there any need to add perfume?
    Community Answer
    The dish soap you use is probably scent enough. Plus, you never know how some ingredients combine, so I wouldn't add anything.
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    If this solution drips on any plants, will it kill them?
    Community Answer
    No. One of the first man made fertilizers was ammonia. Your plants will be fine.
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    Can I add rubbing alcohol to the mixture?
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    This is not recommended. The two would combine to form ethyl acetate. This would leave a sticky residue behind.
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