I’ve talked about home scent signatures before; this is essentially what you smell when you walk into someones home. When it comes to your own home you typically don’t notice it. When you walk into someone else’s home, you most certainly do. So with the holidays upon us, you can generally expect at least a few […]
It would be an understatement to say that we’ve had our fair share of experiences with cleaning products and tools over the years here at Clean My Space HQ. Some we absolutely love and have used for years, others… not so much. I always like to share what works for us so I can help […]
We talk about cleaning with essential oils quite a bit here at Clean My Space, and for good reason. They smell amazing, and they have a lot of wonderful properties, and there are so many ways you can use them! If you’re new to essential oils, definitely read Everything You Need to Know About Essential […]
I’ve spent many years telling everyone who would listen how much I love essential oils. Not only do they smell divine, but they actually help elevate your efficiency and your mood. Whether you’re using essential oils for cleaning, aromatherapy, topical uses, or anything else, they have so many amazing benefits. If you’ve never used essential […]
The way a house smells when you first step in, might seem unimportant, but I can assure you it is anything but. Our sense of smell is connected to our emotions and that’s powerful in and of itself. Smells can elicit emotional responses such as being happy, relaxed and calm, or anxious, irritable and angry. […]
With cold and flu season already here, keeping our spaces clean and disinfected is a great way to help keep germs at bay. Make your own disinfectant, and feel free to add in a powerhouse essential oil to up the scent factor and help knock out those germs! Disinfectant can be several dollars at the […]
Soap scum is that icky grey stuff which forms on tubs and tiles after you’ve showered. It is a combination of body oils, hard water and oils from soap and shampoos. This slurry sits in your tub and shower, dries, and sticks to any surface. Purchasing tub and tile cleaner can be around $5-$6 and […]
Castille soap is a great natural cleaner on its own, it is made from olive oil. Greasy messes occur in the kitchen mostly, and this is a cleaning product you can whip up as needed to tackle those greasy situations. Baking soda helps to provide natural abrasion, and citrus essential oils help lift away grease. […]
Fabric softener helps to relax and soften fibres during the laundering process. If you love the concept but don’t love the waxy coating and strong scent traditional fabric softeners leave behind, try this extremely simple method instead. 1 jug of white vinegar 50 drops essential oils (the scent will be mildly present and oils will […]
If you like making your own cleaning products, why not try making your own hand soap? This is a great way to personalize the scent of the soap to your exact specifications and to experiment with what you really love. Try several recipes and place them throughout your home; lemon basil for the kitchen, peppermint […]
