Flies have multiplied around the country with the recent warm weather and we’ve had emails asking if we have any natural spray products that will stop them. Unfortunately we don’t have any sprays made up that you can buy, however, we have tested this recipe for Fly Off Surface Spray and have found it effective in keeping flies off our …
DIY Varnished Wood Cleaner
Cleaning varnished wood surfaces with soap will cause them to look old and worn before their time, and using commercial wood cleaners and polishes can work well, but most contain harsh chemicals that are toxic. This is especially concerning if you’re cleaning a table where little ones eat or play. Instead, whip up this simple varnished wood cleaner by combining Green …
DIY Wrinkle Relaxer Spray
This spray can be used on moderately wrinkled clothes when you’re in a hurry and don’t have time to iron. It will help the wrinkles drop out so that you can put the items on without the need for a dryer, steamer, or iron. If you have very creased clothes, sheets, or linen, use the spray in conjunction with an …
DIY Peppermint Toilet Bombs
I’ve had a few emails and comments regarding my previous recipe for toilet bombs not working out very well; some people had trouble getting them to stay in the tray and form a cube, while others had cubes that stuck together once in the jar. I’ve revised the recipe to make it easier and more reliable. Click the button below for the …
Two Ingredient Floor Polish
This is a quick and easy floor polish that you can throw together in a few minutes. It will bring a lovely shine to your floor boards and protect them at the same time. This recipe is from Wendyl’s book ‘Domestic Goddess On A Budget’ it uses jojoba oil, which is a wax that has some sealing properties for floorboards and …
Green Disinfectants
Have you often wondered what you could use as an alternative to Dettol as a disinfectant. There are times when you really need some germ-killing power but the truth is many of the commercially available disinfectants are so strong they really belong in hospitals, not your homes. Many of them contain ammonium compounds such as benzalkonium chloride, pine oil, alcohol, …
13 Great Uses For Green Goddess Liquid Castile
Our Green Goddess Unscented Castile soap is one of my favourite products. It’s made in Taranaki using pure rain water and natural organic ingredients, it’s very cost effective when compared to other brands, and best of all it does not contain palm oil. There are so many different ways to use our castile soap; as a floor cleaner, dog wash, stain remover, cleanser …
DIY Lemon Coconut Furniture Polish
I tried this recipe out a couple of weeks ago and it’s fantastic. Super easy to make and is another way to use up all those lemons before the season comes to an end. This polish will keep for a couple of months if stored in a sealed jar in a dark cupboard. Once applied you will need to do …
DIY Natural Floor Cleaner
This won’t sparkle, and sometimes it leaves the odd streak, but it is great for all types of hard floor. The secret is to use a barely damp mop, not a soaking one. An old-fashioned rag mop which you can still buy at hardware stores works very well. It’s also a good idea to carry around a shaker full of …
Do This For Sparkling De-fogged Mirrors
Cleaning your bathroom mirrors is as simple as spraying with a solution of one part water to one part Wendyl’s Premium Double Strength White Vinegar or you can use our pre-made Wendyl’s Glass Cleaner that also contains essential oils for a sparkling, clean, finish. If you don’t have premium white vinegar or natural glass cleaner but you do have soda …