March 9, 2016
DIY Cleaners : Window + Mirror Cleaning Spray
Spring cleaning and window washing go hand in hand and this is the perfect DIY cleaning solution to do the trick. Seriously, if you have never tried to make your own cleaners, this one will convert you in a hurry. You probably have everything on hand – feel free to omit the essential oil – it’s for scent in this recipe. Mix it up, spray a window or mirror, wipe clean and admire your streak-free surface.
Window + Mirror Cleaning Spray
Looking for clean and streak-free windows and mirrors? This quick drying spray will do the trick!
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1 1/2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 1 1/2 tablespoons rubbing alcohol
- 3 drops peppermint essential oil
Mix in spray bottle, spray liberally on surface if it’s glass and on the cloth if it’s a mirror, and wipe clean with a window + mirror cleaning cloth.
If you’d rather purchase this recipe already on an adorable label with or without a glass spray bottle to store it in – look no further than Clean Mama Home:
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DeeDee J Says
Does this also work for the shower?
Becky Says
Post authorTry it and see!
Erica Cruz Says
Love love LOVE the spray bottles and labels! I will definitely be headed to the shop to get a bundle! Always love your posts, Becky!! 🙂
Becky Says
Post authorThank you Erica!
xo
Corry Says
Hi Becky! Where did you get the blue funnel shown in the picture….I have to have it! I’m obsessed with everything Clean Mama 🙂
Becky Says
Post authorHomeGoods 🙂
Faylinn Says
I have been looking everywhere for a really good vinegar-based cleaning recipe that I could use on my windows. I am really glad that I found your post, because I love that your concoction includes rubbing alcohol. A lot of the spray recipes that I have seen out there include dish soap. However, I definitely think that alcohol would act as a better disinfectant than dish soap.
Patricia Says
Where do I get rubbing Alcohol, I have need heard of it – I live in Australia?
Becky Says
Post authorI get it in the pharmacy section of my store 🙂
Sam Davidson Says
Patricia you can get it at Chemist Warehouse in Australia. One brand, Isocol, comes in a big green bottle with a crocodile on it!
Becky, is the peppermint oil just for the scent or does it serve a purpose like oil of cloves would?
Thanks
Sam
Becky Says
Post authorThanks Sam! Yes, in this recipe it’s for scent 🙂
Casandera Says
Hi!
I love love love your book and website!!! Can you tell me where you found the old hanging tags you use to use on your spray bottles? I like the idea of the tag so I can change out my spray bottles of I choose. I’ve looked everywhere for those tags and can’t find them anywhere 🙁
Thanks!!
Casandera
Becky Says
Post authorStaples!
Carol Hood Says
How important is the peppermint essential oil in this cleaner?
Becky Says
Post authorYou can easily leave it out – the scent is refreshing while cleaning but it doesn’t add any cleaning power 🙂
Heba Shawky Says
Hello,
Can I replace the peppermint with rose oil?
Becky Says
Post authorAny essential oil will work 🙂
Jenna Says
This is brilliant! When I got pregnant, my doctor told me to stop cleaning with windex and I’ve been meaning to make this spray for quite some time (I’m 32 weeks now haha). Finally did and it’s unbelievable how clean the windows and mirrors came! Totally converted.
Marge Sweigart Says
Hi Becky! Wow! I just mixed up a batch and tried it out. It’s fantastic! No smearing at all, and the mirrors and windows are sparkling clean. It also did a beautiful job on my glass dining table. I had been using Sprayway, and the fumes always made me choke. Not a good sign. I’m so glad to have this recipe. Definitely a keeper! Pinned and shared.
clair Says
Ive tried both windex and Meyers glass cleaner and both left me underwhelmed. Windex left streaks while Meyers was so strong, I had to hold my breath. I dreaded using both. I just made a batch of this cleaner (which was the perfect amount for my little glass bottle) and it worked perfectly! No streaks, no smell. I mightve used a bit more essential oil because the drops came out so fast. My plan was to try out several mixes from different sites and I think I already found my favorite. Thanks!!!
b r Says
Post authorYay! So glad you LOVE it!
Lisa Pratte Says
For my mirrors I use Original Authentic Streak Free Microfiber Cloth 3 Pack from Amazon for $7.95. I find that these wok the best on my mirrors and even my windows. I use water only and it is streak free.
I just bought Simply Clean and The Organically Clean House. I actually bought two sets, one for a gift! I love the books, but do feel a little overwhelmed! I will start in January. I have a cleaning service every other week, but I do tidy and do some in-between cleaning and due to my bad back, may change their schedule, depending on how I do going forward and in January. I might just have them do the floors and the bathrooms and/or heavy fall and spring cleaning.
Anndrea Marchand Says
For the DIY CLEANERS : WINDOW + MIRROR CLEANING SPRAY what other essential oils can I use instead of peppermint because I think the smell of peppermint essential oils are too strong for me?
b r Says
Post authorLemon, orange, any essential oil you like 🙂
Cathy Says
I thought you only spray the cloth directly and not the mirror/glass?
Clean Mama Says
Post authorI do! I was referring to windows in this post but I’ve edited the post.