If you’re looking to clean your home the natural way and love the idea of using plant-based ingredients that actually smell good, you’re going to love these essential oil hacks. These simple recipes are effective, easy to make, and way more enjoyable than your average chemical cleaner. Bonus: they all use essential oils you can find at sparoom.com.
1. All-Purpose Cleaning Spray (Lemon)
This is the one cleaner you’ll want in every room. In a 16 oz glass spray bottle, combine:
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1 1/2 cups distilled water
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1 cup white vinegar
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1/4 cup isopropyl alcohol
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15-20 drops Sparoom Lemon Essential Oil
Shake before each use. It’s perfect for kitchen counters, bathroom surfaces, and even glass. Lemon Essential Oil adds a fresh, clean scent and helps cut through grease naturally.
👉 Want the full breakdown on benefits and usage tips? Read our DIY All-Purpose Cleaning Spray blog.
2. Sink Scrubber (Lemon)
Tough on grime, fresh on scent, this scrub is perfect for sinks, stovetops, and tiles.
What You’ll Need:
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1 cup baking soda
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2–3 tbsp dish soap
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10-15 drops Sparoom Lemon Essential Oil
Mix into a powder and store in a sealed jar. When ready to use, sprinkle generously in sink and add dish soap to create a paste. Scrub, rinse, and enjoy a sparkling sink that smells fresh and clean. Watch our quick tutorial here to see it in action.
3. Carpet Deodorizer (Lavender + Eucalyptus)
Freshen up carpets and rugs with this easy dry mix. In a jar, combine:
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1 cup baking soda
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10 drops Sparoom Lavender Essential Oil
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10 drops Sparoom Eucalyptus Essential Oil
Sprinkle over carpet, let sit for 15–30 minutes, then vacuum. Your home will smell clean and calm without artificial scents.
4. Air Freshener Spray (Orange + Lavender)
Make your own uplifting air mist with cozy, citrusy vibes. In a small spray bottle, combine:
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¾ cup distilled water
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2 tablespoons witch hazel
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10 drops Sparoom Orange Essential Oil
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5 drops Sparoom Lavender Essential Oil
Spray around the room, over linens, or in your car. This blend is especially great during fall and winter months.
5. Trash Can Freshener (Tea Tree + Lemon)
Keep your trash bin from smelling like, well, trash. Add the following to a cotton ball or furniture pad:
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3 drops Sparoom Tea Tree Essential Oil
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3 drops Sparoom Lemon Essential Oil
Place it at the bottom of the trash can (under the liner) and replace every week or so. It’s a simple way to stay ahead of odors.
Ready to clean smarter, not harder?
Essential oils aren’t just for diffusers. They’re the secret ingredient to turning cleaning into something you actually enjoy. Head to sparoom.com to shop our Essential Oil Multi-Packs, and start building your own natural cleaning kit today.