Q&A for How to Make a Vinegar Cleaning Solution

I'd recommend putting a glass full of coffee grounds on a counter to absorb the smell. The best way is to stop the smell before you use it, though. You can do this by cutting the smell with some lemon or orange added to the vinegar.

I don't really recommend this mix as a cleaning solution. Since vinegar is acidic and baking soda is basic, if you mix them, you'll get water and sodium acetate, which can explode when stored in a bottle. Mixing the two also releases carbon dioxide gas, which can be harmful to you.

To clean floors or other surfaces, you can use 50/50 vinegar and water solution.

Yes, I use White vinegar. I pour in 1/2 cup straight for 11 gallons of water. I'm happy with it. It removes odors and most stains, and saves a fortune over laundry products.

The alcohol in this formula helps prevent streaking. Use 1/3 cup white vinegar, 1/4 cup rubbing alcohol, 3 1/2 cups water, and 1 clean 32-ounce spray bottle.

No, this cleaning solution can actually make your home dirtier because vinegar is an acid and the Castile soap is a base. They will directly react with each other and cancel each other out. Instead, just try passing on the Castile soap and focus on vinegar mixes, like vinegar and water. Tip: Try to use apple cider vinegar for best results.

Yes; people usually dilute it so the smell isn't as overpowering.

Equal parts. I only make the amount I need. So if I'm cleaning all showers and glass doors in my bathrooms, I heat 1 cup of white vinegar in the microwave, carefully pour in a spray bottle then add 1 cup of regular Dawn dish detergent and swish around to mix. Spray it on, let it sit for a bit, then scrub off and rinse well. Keep in mind this is very slippery on the floor of the tub or shower, so be sure to rinse really well! We have hard water and this removes all hard water stains, lime buildup and soap buildup. It's amazing, however, the smell can be a little overpowering. Use ceiling fans and exhaust fans.

Vinegar is too caustic to use on leather. It will increase the cracks in the surface of the leather. Try using a solution that contains virgin olive oil – – experiment with the ratios.

It is best to avoid this if your skin is already dry and sensitive, as vinegar is strongly acidic. If you want to wash off dirt or oil, a wash with diluted vinegar and water is okay once in a while.

Yes, you can. This mixture can brighten up the kitchen cabinets.

Yes, you can. Just dilute some vinegar in water and keep the food in it for 5 to 10 minutes.

No, you will need something wood friendly that will not degrade the natural grain of the wood, its texture and gloss.