Homemade car detergent

Ingredients:

• 1 liter of warm water
• 2 tablespoons of Marseille soap
• 1 tablespoon of baking soda
• (optional) a few drops of essential oil (e.g. lemon) to perfume

Preparation:

Mix everything in a bucket until the ingredients are well dissolved.

Use:

• Rinse the car with water first to remove coarse dirt
• Wash with a soft sponge or microfiber cloth
• Rinse thoroughly and dry with a clean cloth to avoid streaks

How to clean the inside 

Floor mats

It's always a good idea to start cleaning your car from the inside. After emptying the glove compartments, take the floor mats out of the car to shake them out thoroughly and remove any dust and dirt. If the mats aren't particularly dirty and don't require washing with water, you can sprinkle them with baking soda, which acts as a deodorizer, and let the powder sit for about half an hour. After this time, remove the baking soda with a brush or vacuum cleaner. Alternatively, wash the mats using Marseille soap and a stiff-bristled brush.

Glass

Did you know that baking soda is also great for cleaning car windows? Simply dissolve it in water and pour it into a spray bottle. Finish by drying the windows with a microfiber cloth.

Dashboard

To clean the dashboard, simply use a microfiber cloth soaked in warm water: this will remove dust without causing damage.

Pavement

To remove dust and dirt from car floors, use a vacuum cleaner.

How to clean the outside of your car

Tires and rims

Use a solution of water and vinegar to clean tires and rims. To remove mud and stubborn dirt, combine enough water and baking soda to create a creamy paste and use a sponge.

Car Body

To clean the bodywork, use warm water and a small amount of ecological detergent, biodegradable. Rinse the outside of the car, trying to use no more than two buckets of water.

Headlights

Headlights are a very delicate area for car cleaning. We neglect them, but they're often dirty, even from insects and mud. There's a foolproof method for cleaning car headlights: just use a toothbrush and a dab of toothpaste. Apply the toothpaste to a cloth and then clean the headlights, using a toothbrush to clean any crevices. After ten minutes, remove the paste with a damp cloth without using or wasting any more water.

How to dry your car

Once the washing is finished, use cloths made from a cloth to dry the car. old t-shirt or an old woman shirt.

How to make your car smell fresh

Infine, per perfume To clean your car in a completely natural, low-cost and harmless way, prepare some scented sachets to place on the dashboard or in the trunk of your car.

What to use instead of car cleaner?

The most effective natural car cleaner is one made with water, olive oil (or baking soda), and dish soap (natural if possible). The dosage is as follows: in a bucket with five liters of water, add half a glass of natural dish detergent, and five teaspoons of oil or baking soda. Use this combination to wash the dirty areas and then rinse the car using three buckets of water. You'll have done an eco-friendly clean without waste water.

How to replace car shampoo?

Car shampoo costs around 12 euros, but the price can rise, even significantly, if you choose more sophisticated products. The alternative, to save money and minimize the use of polluting products, is to discard a half a teaspoon of dish soap in a liter of waterMix well, transfer everything to a spray bottle, and wash thoroughly. Then, let the car dry naturally.

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