Frugal Friday: Thieves Household Cleaner
I just realized I’ve used Thieves Household Cleaner in a recipe, but I haven’t talked to you about it yet! This cleaner is far more than meets the eye at first glance, so I’m introducing it in a Frugal Friday episode because you find much value in this bottle of cleaner. You can get it in 14.4 fluid ounce and 64 fluid ounce sizes (about 20 cents cheaper per ounce this way but at a higher initial cost).
The frugal part is you provide your own spray bottle and water and add a capful of Thieves Household Cleaner, and you’ve replaced any of your spray household cleaners at a fraction of the cost. Need a stronger cleaner? Add another capful, and you’re STILL cheaper than what you’re buying in the grocery story, and it has none of the harmful chemicals found in those cleaners. See suggested ratios below for degreaser and glass cleaning formulations.
A clean, beautiful home invites family and friends to come together. But when your cleaning leaves a strong, chemical scent, others might not want to gather. Create a welcoming home that’s safe for everyone with the fresh and inviting scent of Thieves® Household Cleaner.
Formulated with the power of Young Living’s Thieves oil blend, you can get a deep clean without dangerous or synthetic ingredients. Thieves cleaner also includes the scent of Lemon essential oil for an even more uplifting aroma. Chores will feel like less of a chore with the sweet-and-spicy scent and effective cleaning power of Thieves Household Cleaner.
This all-purpose cleaner can be used on any surface in your home for dusting, spot cleaning, scrubbing, or any other cleaning need. Wherever you use it, you’ll feel good knowing it’s safe to use around everyone in your family, including pets. Spot test in an inconspicuous area before applying this product to woods, plastics, fabrics, and granite. If staining or damage occurs, discontinue use on the material.
Suggested Ratios According to Usage
- All-purpose cleaner: Combine 1 capful Thieves Household Cleaner and 2–3 cups water.
- Degreaser: Combine 1 capful Thieves Household Cleaner and 2 cups water. For heavy cleaning, use half or quarter the amount of water. If necessary, use a cloth to apply Thieves Household Cleaner undiluted. After cleaning, wipe the area with a cloth dampened with water.
- Glass and mirror cleaner: Combine 1 capful Thieves Household Cleaner, 5 drops Citrus Fresh™ essential oil blend, 1 teaspoon white vinegar, and 3 cups water.
Thieves Household Cleaner product information page (PDF)
Suggested dilution ratios are included on the label. Before cleaning upholstery, fabric or carpet, perform a spot test with the Thieves® Household Cleaner in an inconspicuous area. Shake bottle before using for maximum benefit.
Not recommended for internal consumption. Keep out of reach of children. Store away from excessive heat and direct sunlight.
Ingredients:
Water, Alkyl Polyglucoside, Sodium Methyl 2-Sulfolaurate, Disodium 2-Sulfolaurate, Thieves [Eugenia Caryophyllus† (Clove) Bud Oil, Citrus Limon† (Lemon) Peel Oil, Cinnamomum Zeylanicum† (Cinnamon) Bark Oil, Eucalyptus Radiata† Leaf Oil, and Rosmarinus Officinalis† (Rosemary) Leaf Oil], and Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate.
†100% pure, therapeutic-grade essential oil