Homemade Disinfectant Spray Recipe
A tough but natural sanitizing spray cleaner for when I don't have disinfecting wipes on hand
Equipment
- 16-oz glass spray bottle
Ingredients
Choose one of the following essential oil options:
- 12-36 drops thyme essential oil see note about chemotypes
- 1 scant tsp orange essential oil OR lemon essential oil
- ½ tsp clove essential oil
- 1 scant tsp tea tree essential oil
- ½ tsp cinnamon essential oil
For alcohol based recipe:
- 16 oz 120 proof vodka or rubbing alcohol
For hydrogen peroxide based recipe:
- ⅓ cup + 1 tsp 3% hydrogen peroxide
- 13 oz distilled water
Instructions
- In a 16-ounce glass spray bottle, add the desired essential oils.
- Add the alcohol OR the hydrogen peroxide and distilled water. Regular tap water will quickly grow bacteria.
- Close the top and lightly shake to mix.
Notes
How to use: Shake well and spray on surfaces to disinfect. Make sure there’s no dirt, dust, or debris on the surface before using. Wait 1-10 minutes before wiping off.
Use on door knobs, faucets, light switches, and other often used surfaces.