For extra cleansing action, use Castile soap to make a natural soft scrub.

If you have hard water, use distilled water.

Vinegar disinfects and breaks down any remaining traces of soap.

castile soap and spray bottle in the kitchen

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Floors

Like commercial, eco-friendlymulti-surface floor cleaning products, Castile soap can work wonders.

Do not use Castile soap on waxedwood floors, because it will break down the wax.

Kitchen

In the kitchen, Castile soap can clean multiple surfaces from countertops to cooktops.

castile soap spray in the bathroom

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If you notice spotting on dishes, add a little vinegar to your rinse water.

For kitchen sinks and scrubbing away grease and grime, use Castile soap to make a cream cleanser.

Laundry

In place of laundry detergents, lavender or unscentedCastile soap is a natural alternative.

closeup of a carpet

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white tile floor

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castile soap on a countertop

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using castile soap spray in laundry

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cleaning walls with castile soap

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castile soap being used to clean wooden furniture

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