Combine 1 cup of table salt, 2 tablespoons of liquid dish soap, and 1/2 cup of baking soda. Use a sponge to gently scrub tiles and grout.
A Natural Tile-and-Grout Scouring Powder
The kitchen and bathroom should get cleaned most often, but the next time you're about to give the tiles a once-over, skip the spray bottle full of harsh chemicals and try this simple, natural scour instead — you might be surprised by the results.
Mix the Three-Ingredient Scour
Add a Spa Boost With Patchouli Oil
Mix a few drops of patchouli essential oil into the recipe. Not only does patchouli help break up dirt, it also eases inflammation — one reason it's been shown to help with joint pain.
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