Embrace the Essence of Fall with Pumpkin Spice
As the leaves turn and the air becomes crisp, my heart fills with joy for everything fall, especially the inviting aroma of pumpkin spice. From pumpkin spice lattes to pumpkin spice scented candles, there’s something truly magical about this seasonal flavor that wraps you in warmth. Today, I am thrilled to bring you my homemade pumpkin spice cleaner recipe, which not only cleans but also fills your home with a delightful scent!
Get ready for pumpkin spice perfection! This cleaner boasts a comforting blend of warm cinnamon, zesty clove, aromatic cardamom, invigorating ginger, and sweet orange, making it the ultimate fall fragrance for your home.
Where to Use This Amazing Cleaner
This multi-surface cleaner isn’t just about the scent; it’s also a formidable cleaner that tackles grease and grime with ease. Use it in your kitchen and bathroom to keep your spaces sparkling clean and wonderfully fragrant.
In the Kitchen
- Countertops
- Cabinets
- Windowsills
- Sink
- Stovetop
- Fronts of appliances
- Inside the refrigerator and freezer
- Trashcan
- Floor
- Hand wash dishes
In the Bathroom
- Sink
- Bathtub
- Toilet
- Daily shower cleaner
- Tile floor
- Baseboards
- Light switch
- Bathroom fixtures
Essential Ingredients
2 cups Distilled Water
Tip: If you don’t have distilled water, boiled and cooled filtered water works just as well.
1 teaspoon Baking Soda
Baking soda is a powerhouse ingredient that not only boosts deodorizing effects but also provides gentle scrubbing action for tougher messes.
1 teaspoon Unscented Liquid Castile Soap (or Natural Dish Soap)
Castile soap is an excellent degreaser that helps lift dirt and grime. Be sure not to overdo it; one teaspoon is sufficient to avoid a soapy residue.
30 Drops of Essential Oils
This cleaner utilizes a delightful mix of cinnamon, clove, ginger, orange, and cardamom. Not only do they create a pumpkin spice aroma, but each oil also offers remarkable cleaning properties and therapeutic benefits:
Cinnamon
- Immune support: Aids in boosting the body’s defenses.
- Stimulating and energizing: Helps awaken the senses.
- Reduces feelings of jealousy and insecurity: Promotes emotional stability.
- Powerful cleaning agent: Effective for various surfaces.
Clove
- Immune support: Strengthens the body’s defenses.
- Stimulating and energizing: Revitalizes the spirit.
- Enhances confidence and self-love: Fosters positive emotions.
Ginger
- Stimulating and energizing: Invigorates the mind.
- Promotes courage: Helps overcome fears.
- Encourages empowerment: Supports a sense of control.
Sweet Orange
- Immune support: Bolsters the body against seasonal threats.
- Adaptogenic properties: Calms or energizes as needed.
- Emotionally uplifting: Enhances mood and well-being.
- Natural cleaner: Effective in various cleaning applications.
Cardamom
- Supports respiratory health: Aids in clear breathing.
- Encourages clarity and motivation: Instills a sense of purpose.
- Promotes a positive mood: Uplifts emotional states.
- Eases anger and frustration: Helps gain perspective.
Creating Your Pumpkin Spice Cleaner
Follow These Simple Steps
Step 1: Combine Ingredients
Add 1 teaspoon of baking soda to a 16 oz spray bottle.
Tip: Opt for a spray bottle made from glass, stainless steel, or essential-oil-safe plastic.
Tip: Use a funnel to avoid spills and ensure all baking soda makes it into the bottle.
Step 2: Add Water
Pour in 2 cups of distilled water.
Step 3: Shake to Dissolve
Secure the top and shake until the baking soda is fully dissolved.
Step 4: Incorporate Castile Soap
Remove the top and add 1 teaspoon of unscented liquid Castile soap.
Tip: Follow the ingredient order to prevent excessive foaming.
Step 5: Add Essential Oils
- 10 drops of cinnamon
- 5 drops of clove
- 5 drops of ginger
- 5 drops of sweet orange
- 5 drops of cardamom
Step 6: Mix Gently
Swirl the bottle gently to combine the ingredients.
Step 7: Label Your Cleaner (Optional)
Tip: Use packing tape to securely attach the label for longevity.
How to Use Your Pumpkin Spice Cleaner
- Always perform a spot test on a hidden area before widespread application.
- Gently shake the bottle before each use.
- Spray directly onto the surface or onto a microfiber cloth.
- For stubborn dirt, allow the cleaner to sit for a minute before wiping.
- For tough grime, sprinkle baking soda on the surface before applying the cleaner.
Explore More Pumpkin Spice DIYs
If you’re like me and adore the scent of pumpkin spice, why limit yourself to just one cleaner? Here are five additional pumpkin spice-inspired DIYs to enhance your home:
#1: Pumpkin Spice Vinegar Cleaner
For a cleaner without Castile soap, mix the following in a 16 oz spray bottle:
- 1 cup distilled water
- 1 cup white vinegar
- 10 drops cinnamon
- 5 drops clove
- 5 drops ginger
- 5 drops orange
- 5 drops cardamom
Caution: Avoid using this on natural stone surfaces as vinegar can cause etching.
#2: Pumpkin Spice Disinfectant
For a disinfecting spray, substitute the essential oils in your favorite disinfectant recipe with:
- 25 drops cinnamon
- 12 drops clove
- 12 drops ginger
- 12 drops orange
- 12 drops cardamom
#3: Pumpkin Spice Soft Scrub
Add extra scrubbing power by making a soft scrub with:
- 4 drops cinnamon
- 2 drops clove
- 2 drops ginger
- 2 drops orange
- 2 drops cardamom
#4: Pumpkin Spice Dish Soap
Enhance your dishwashing experience by adding:
- 6 drops cinnamon
- 3 drops clove
- 3 drops ginger
- 3 drops orange
- 3 drops cardamom
#5: Pumpkin Spice Dusting Spray
Experience the joy of dusting with a spray made from:
- 10 drops cinnamon
- 5 drops clove
- 5 drops ginger
- 5 drops orange
- 5 drops cardamom
Gather Your Supplies
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- Spray Bottle: Use a 16 oz or larger bottle made of glass or essential-oil-safe plastic. Here’s where to find my favorite spray bottles: plastic spray bottle and glass spray bottle.
- Baking Soda: Purchase in bulk at Costco or find it at your local grocery store.
- Distilled Water: Available in the water aisle of most grocery stores.
- Unscented Liquid Castile Soap: Easily found online or in health stores.
- Printable Labels: Click here for free printable labels.
Click here for a free printable of the recipe and labels!
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- 30 Fall Room Sprays (with free printable labels)
- All About Fall Essential Oils