DIY Disinfecting Spray Recipe

I am a little obsessed with making my own cleaning products. This DIY disinfecting spray recipe is my new favorite home cleaning product. It is so easy to make, cleans surfaces so nicely, and it’s cheap! 

DIY Disinfecting Spray Recipe

This homemade disinfecting spray is effective and smells good too! I love that it’s easy to make and knowing the exact ingredients in the product that I am using to clean with.

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What to clean with this disinfectant?

I clean all high touch surfaces with it – doorknobs and light switches. I also use it in my kitchen and bathroom. 

How to make my own disinfectant?

This is the exact recipe that I use to make my own disinfectant. According to guidance from the CDC 70% or higher isopropyl alcohol kills germs on surfaces.

What essential oils can I use in this spray?

For this recipe I used tea tree essential oil, I love the fresh smell. However you can use your favorite essential oil.

• eucalyptus
• cinnamon
• rosemary
• peppermint
• bergamot
• lemon

What if I can’t find rubbing alcohol?

I prefer rubbing alcohol for this disinfecting spray, but if you can’t find it you can subsitute a  drinkable, grain alcohol (aka ethyl alcohol) like Everclear or Vodka.  You will want to look at the proof and cut that number in half – 140 proof alcohol would equal the 70% minimum of alcohol.

Ingredients for Disinfecting Spray

• 70% or higher isopropyl alcohol
• hydrogen peroxide
• tea tree essential oil
• glass spray bottle
• funnel

How to make your own disinfectant cleaner

First gather all of your supplies.

Next add the alcohol into a glass spray bottle. 

After that add in the hydrogen peroxide and tea tree essential oil to the spray bottle. 

Put the lid on the bottle and shake well. 

Spray to use on surfaces.

DIY Disinfecting Spray

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What You Need

• 16 ounce bottle 70% or higher isopropyl alcohol
• 1/2 tsp hydrogen peroxide
• 1/2 tsp tea tree essential oil

Directions

1. First gather all of your supplies.

2. Next add the alcohol into a glass spray bottle.

3. After that add in the hydrogen peroxide and tea tree essential oil to the spray bottle.

4. Put the lid on the bottle and shake well.

5. Spray to use on surfaces.

Important note: I am just sharing what has worked for me in my home. This disinfectant spray has not been lab-tested. It is important to always use good judgement and to practice good cleaning and hygiene.