Hey there, Hidden Homemakers! It’s 2025, and I’m on a mission to make our homes safer, cleaner, and greener with natural cleaning products. As a mom juggling family life, I get how tough it can be to ditch harsh chemicals while keeping things sparkly. That’s why I’m sharing my top natural cleaning products and a few non-toxic kitchen tools to make your home eco-friendly and family-safe.

Let’s get cleaning – naturally!

In 2025, natural cleaning products are a must for any home. They’re gentle on your family, kind to the environment, and often way cheaper than chemical-laden cleaners. From scrubbing pots to freshening sinks, these DIY cleaning solutions work wonders without toxic fumes. Below, I’m spilling my favorite natural cleaning products and easy recipes to get you started.

Baking soda is the MVP of natural cleaning products! This baking soda cleaning hero is a mild abrasive that tackles grime without scratching surfaces. It’s also a natural deodorizer, perfect for smelly drains or fridges. Mix it with water to form a paste for shining sinks, whitening grout, or reviving pots and pans. I toss ½ cup into laundry to soften water and brighten whites. Sprinkle it on surfaces like your carpet or mattress to absorb bad odors and finish with a quick vacuum. It’s affordable, non-toxic, and biodegradable – what’s not to love?

Bet you’ve got salt in your pantry! This natural cleaning product is abrasive enough to scrub tough stains and has mild antimicrobial properties. Mix it with lemon juice for a DIY cleaning solution to clean cutting boards – it wipes out stains and odors. Combine salt and vinegar to tackle rust on knives or pans. Just be careful on delicate surfaces like marble; it can scratch.

Vinegar is a powerhouse in the white vinegar cleaner world. Its acetic acid cuts through grease, dissolves calcium buildup, and kills some bacteria. Dilute it 1:1 with water for a kid-safe spray. I use it to descale kettles (boil vinegar and water) or clean faucets (soak in a vinegar solution). The smell’s a bit strong – my husband needed convincing – but add a few drops of essential oil like tea tree oil, and it’s fine. Avoid granite or marble, and never mix with bleach (it creates toxic gas).

Made from plant oils, castile soap is a gentle yet effective natural cleaning product. I dilute it 1:10 with water for dish soap or mix 1 tbsp with 1 qt water for an all-purpose spray. It’s safe for countertops, tables, and kids’ high chairs. Plus, it’s biodegradable and pet-friendly!

To ditch synthetic fragrances, I use essential oils in my DIY cleaning solutions. A few drops of lavender or tea tree add a fresh, clean scent to cleaners. I also use an essential oil diffuser to keep my home smelling lovely without chemical air fresheners. It’s a simple way to reduce toxins!

Disclaimer: These are still chemicals, so wear rubber gloves when handling natural cleaning products to stay safe.

Pairing natural cleaning products with non-toxic kitchen tools makes your home even safer. Here’s what I use to keep my kitchen eco-friendly and easy to clean, including my trusty enameled Dutch oven – check out my guide on how to clean an enameled Dutch oven!

These tools make cleaning with natural cleaning products a snap – no toxic coatings to fuss over!

Ready to go natural? Here are my top picks on Amazon:

• Lucy’s Family Owned Natural Distilled White Vinegar
• Milliard 10lbs Baking Soda
• Dr. Bronner’s Pure-Castile Liquid Soap
• Laguna Moon Essential Oils Set
• Amber Glass Spray Bottles, 16oz
• Bamboo Blend Cleaning Cloths

Switching to natural cleaning products is a small change with big benefits. Pair them with non-toxic kitchen tools, and you’re building a safer, greener home. Start with one DIY cleaning solution – maybe a vinegar spray – and see how it feels. Your family and the planet will thank you!

What’s your go-to natural cleaning product? Drop a comment below or tag me on Instagram with #HiddenHomemaker – I’d love to hear your tips!