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February 24, 2013

Natural Kitchen Sink Cleaner

Today I’m kicking off the week with my Clean-It project! Nothing like a little motivation to try a few new cleaning techniques and actually start some spring cleaning. One big item that has been on my to-do list is finding a cleaner for my kitchen sink. As a regular DIYer, I am constantly washing out paint brushes and cleaning projects in our kitchen sink. And unfortunately it has taken a beating lately. I’ve had some paint splatters stained on there for a while now that I just can’t seem to get off. SO, I decided to take this opportunity to find a solution.

While browsing through Pinterest, I came across this natural kitchen sink cleaner recipe by Project: Re Loved and decided to give it a try. I liked this recipe because it is all natural and uses common ingredients found in almost any household. So want to know how it turned out?

Kitchen Sink Cleaner

Yes! The paint is all gone and now I have a shiny and clean sink again! So want to know how I did it?

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Recipe:

3/4 Cup Baking Soda

1/4 Cup Lemon Juice

1/4 Cup Olive Oil

1/4 Cup Vinegar

*Makes enough for one cleaning of a large kitchen sink.

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Combine the Baking Soda, Lemon Juice and Olive Oil in a bowl and mix thoroughly until it forms a paste.

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Spread the paste over your sink, making sure to coat it thoroughly. I preferred to use my fingers but you could also use a towel as well. Fill the spray bottle with the vinegar and then spray on top of the paste mixture in the sink.

Let it sit for a few minutes.

To wash it off I used my ever trusting Magic Eraser. If you haven’t discovered these yet you are missing out! I use my Magic Eraser on EVERYTHING, it get scuffs off my doors and floors and it is truly a magical cleaning product.

After scrubbing the sink with warmer water and my Magic Eraser, I was able to get all of the stains and junk off my sink. It worked great and was really easy to make. And best of all, no chemicals!

Kitchen Sink Cleaner

 

 

About Taryn Whiteaker

Hi! I’m Taryn! The voice behind Taryn Whiteaker Designs. I launched this brand over 11 years ago when I became a stay-at-home mom. What started as a small craft and mom blog eventually grew into a full time design and DIY site. My goal has always been to inspire others (especially women!) with design ideas, DIY tutorials, entertaining ideas and give you the tools you need to complete them yourself!

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  1. Carrie A. says

    February 24, 2013 at 7:17 pm

    I need to try this… I bet it smells really fresh and clean, too with the lemon juice. :) And, I love the Magic Eraser, I have used it to spot clean my sink.

    Reply
  2. JoJo and Eloise says

    February 24, 2013 at 7:28 pm

    i think I should of bought Stock in, Mr. Clean Erasers. We go through those things like, QUICK!!! We use Bon Ami to clean but I always love trying new all natural cleaners. So I will certainly have to give this a try :)
    xo
    Angelina

    Reply
  3. megan says

    February 25, 2013 at 7:19 am

    Love this! I feel like I am always trying to get those little spots off of my sink!!

    Reply
  4. Leisa @ Day by Day says

    February 25, 2013 at 7:56 am

    Great recipe–I love cleaning with natural products! Thank you!

    Reply
  5. lisa says

    February 26, 2013 at 4:47 am

    I have made the switch and will never go back. They are so economical and do a fantastic job – sooo much healthier to use as well. Hope you can stop by the enchanted oven to say hi.
    xo,
    Lisa

    Reply
  6. Jocelyn @BruCrew Life says

    March 4, 2013 at 6:57 pm

    My sink thanks you in advance!! I have all these ingredients, so I will be giving it a try tomorrow!!! I want my sink to be shiny again!!

    Reply
  7. Angela says

    March 7, 2013 at 12:04 pm

    I’ve been using just baking soda and water but I think I’ll try it with lemon juice next time. Thanks for the idea. I found your link from 36th Ave. I would love it if you visited my little cleaning blog.

    Have a fabulous day!

    Reply
  8. sally says

    March 16, 2016 at 6:37 pm

    Hi!!

    I can use AJAX ??? For Mr. Clean eraser.. Because is less expende.

    Reply
  9. Elisa says

    January 27, 2017 at 9:00 am

    Be careful with that magic eraser. It contains some nasty chemicals! Be sure to rise well after you use it–especially floors and doors. The residue left behind can make you and your animals really sick. My friend had her dog go to the vet hospital because he ingested the residue after she cleaned the walls with magic eraser. I use it in certain situations,–because it really is magic– but make sure to rinse really well with a vinegar wash afterwards to make sure none of that crazy chemical concoction is left.

    Reply
  10. Christopher Coles says

    December 19, 2018 at 5:10 am

    Perfect DIY receipe! I am afraid of those chemical rich solutions because they may contain toxic components. This one is definetely what I was looking for. Thank you!

    Reply

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