29 Thieves Household Cleaner Recipes
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Thieves Household Cleaner is a powerful, ultra-concentrated, plant-based solution. It is a helpful and naturally derived chore companion—helping you clean everything from wood floors to shower doors. And the best part? It doesn’t have any of the harsh chemicals you’ve removed from your lifestyle. That’s right, you don’t have to worry about what’s in Thieves Household Cleaner. It’s perfect to use around everyone in your whole family.
Here are 29 recipes made with less than one bottle of Thieves Household Cleaner! Now get cleaning AND support your immune system at the same time!
For the Kitchen
Trash Can Scrub – clean stains and deodorize!
- Empty trash can and fill with water.
- Pour 1-2 capfuls of Thieves Household Cleaner directly into the can (1 capful for a small can, 2 for a large one).
- Let sit for several hours. If needed, scrub stubborn stains with a brush. Empty can and wipe dry.
- For an ongoing fresh scent, place a few drops of Eucalyptus Globulus essential oil on a cotton ball and put it in the bottom of the trash can before replacing the liner.
Stovetop Cleaner – tackle light and heavy degreasing!
- In a spray bottle or bowl, combine the following:
- 1 capful Thieves Household Cleaner
- 1 drop Pine essential oil
- 1 cup water
- Apply with cloth to remove buildup; when grease is gone, wipe clean with a damp cloth.
Garbage Disposal Refresher – refresh the disposal with a clean scent!
- Pour one capful of Thieves Household Cleaner down the disposal. Let sit 5 minutes.
- Add ½ cup baking soda and ½ cup white vinegar. Let sit until fizzing stops.
- Bring 4 cups of water to a boil; pour down the drain. Turn on disposal and run cold water for 30 seconds.
- Pour 3 drops of Purification® essential oil blend in the disposal for an extra-fresh scent.
Wood Cabinet Polish – polish your cabinets and eliminate buildup!
- In a spray bottle or bowl, mix the following:
- 5-10 drops Pine essential oil
- ½ cup olive oil
- ½ capful Thieves Household Cleaner
- Apply evenly to cabinets with a damp cloth.
- If cabinets have heavy buildup, extra scrubbing may be required.
Dishwasher Cleaner – clean the inside of the dishwasher!
- In the bottom of the dishwasher, add the following:
- ½ capful of Thieves Household Cleaner
- 3 drops Jade Lemon essential oil
- 1 cup white vinegar
- Run empty dishwasher through a full cycle. Do not add detergent.
Oven Scrub – scrub away baked-on food!
- In a spray bottle or bowl, mix the following:
- ½ cup white vinegar
- ½ capful Thieves Household Cleaner
- ½ tablespoon dish soap
- 2 drops Thieves® essential oil blend
- Avoiding the heating elements, sprinkle baking soda liberally on the bottom of the oven, and then spray with Thieves Household Cleaner and vinegar. Let sit until it stops bubbling.
- Scrub stubborn spots with a sponge. Wipe the rest of the cleaner off with a damp cloth and rinse well, making sure to remove all baking soda
Microwave Cleaner – make your microwave sparkle!
- In a microwave-safe bowl, mix the following:
- 1 tablespoon Thieves Household Cleaner
- 2 cups water
- 1 drop Purification essential oil blend
- Microwave for 2 minutes.
- Wipe down the microwave using a damp rag—the heat and steam from the solution in the bowl should make removing grime easy.
Stainless Steel Cleaner – make the outside of appliances shine like a mirror!
- In a spray bottle, mix the following:
- ½ capful Thieves Household Cleaner
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Buff the cleaner into the stainless steel with a damp, lint-free cloth. Wipe off excess with a clean, dry cloth.
For the Bathroom
Soft Scrub (for non-porous materials) – polish your bathtubs, toilets, and sinks!
- In a bowl or spray bottle, mix the following:
- ½ cup baking soda
- 5 tablespoons liquid castile soap
- ½ capful Thieves Household Cleaner
- 3 drops Lemon essential oil
- To use: Apply the mixture with a damp cloth or brush and scrub away.
Cleaning Fizzies – remove buildup from toilet bowls and stubborn shower floors!
- These cleaning fizzies are so good at cleaning toilet bowls and shower floors that there is an entire blog post about them. Check it out! https://www.youngliving.com/blog/diy-thieves-cleaning-fizzies/
Prevent Shower Soap Scum – get rid of water droplets!
- In a spray bottle, mix the following:
- ½ capful Thieves Household Cleaner
- 10 drops Tea Tree essential oil
- 4 cups water
- Spray shower walls and door daily. Squeegee excess off.
Shower Head/Faucet Cleaner – remove gunk and mineral buildup!
- In a plastic bag, mix the following:
- 1 teaspoon Thieves Household Cleaner
- ¾ cup white vinegar
- Attach the full bag to faucets and fixtures with rubber bands and leave for several hours. Scrub with a coarse brush if needed to remove hard water stains. Rinse well.
Shower Door Deep-Clean – keep your shower doors free from residue!
- In a spray bottle, mix the following:
- ½ capful Thieves Household Cleaner
- ½ cup vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Thieves Dish Soap
- 1 cup water
- 1 drop each Lemon and Grapefruit essential oils
- Spray liberally onto the surface and scrub with a sponge to remove spots. Rinse well and dry.
For the Living Room
Couch and Upholstery Cleaner – deodorize and clean minor spots!
- Combine 1 capful of Thieves Household Cleaner with 1-2 cups baking soda. Mix well. Let sit for 24 hours to thoroughly combine.
- Add 5 drops of Lavender essential oil for an extra boost of freshness.
- Sprinkle lightly over furniture and wait 1 hour. Use a stiff brush and back-and-forth motions to work the cleaner into the fabric; then vacuum up the excess.
- YL tip: You can also use this technique on car upholstery, mattresses, carpets, and rugs.
Ceiling Fan Cleaner – wipe off dust and built-up grime!
- In a spray bottle or bowl, mix the following:
- 1 capful Thieves Household Cleaner
- 2 cups water
- Wipe dust off fan blades, light fixture, and ceiling mount with a damp cloth. Dip the same cloth in the solution and thoroughly wipe down the blades to remove built-up dust. Dry with a clean cloth.
- Try this on your air vents, bathroom vents, and anywhere dust gathers!
Carpet Spot Cleaner – remove spills and spots!
- In a spray bottle or bowl, mix the following:
- 1 capful Thieves Household Cleaner
- 6 cups water
- Mix well, apply to the spot, and blot with a clean cloth. Repeat until stain is gone.
In the Kid’s Playroom
Kids’ Furniture Spray – keep high chairs, strollers, and changing tables clean!
- In a spray bottle, mix the following:
- ½ capful Thieves Household Cleaner
- 4 cups water
- Spray liberally onto plastic and metal and wipe clean with a damp cloth or rinse with water. Test a small, discrete spot before applying cleaner to fabrics.
Car Seat Cleaner – get solid and fabric surfaces of car seats stain free
- Mix 2 drops of Thieves Household Cleaner with 2 cups of water in a spray bottle.
- Spray plastic and fabric lightly and wipe with a soft cloth.
- To clean the harness, mix a small amount of baby wash with 2 cups of water.
- Gently wipe with a soft cloth. Avoid hard scrubbing or soaking. Let everything dry completely before using.
Wall Art Remover – remove crayon murals from the walls.
- Apply a splash of Thieves Household Cleaner and 3 drops of Lemon essential oil to a damp rag. Wipe drawings off the walls. Repeat until the “art” is gone
Everywhere Multipurpose Cleaners
“Get it all Done” Spray – wipe countertops, doorknobs, light switches, and more.
- In a spray bottle, mix the following:
- 1 capful Thieves Household Cleaner
- 2-3 cups water
- Spray liberally and wipe with a damp cloth.
Glass Cleaner – clean mirrors, windows, windshields, and car windows!
- In a spray bottle, mix the following:
- 3 cups water
- 5 drops Citrus Fresh™ essential oil blend
- 1 tablespoon vinegar
- 1 capful Thieves Household Cleaner
- Spray onto glass and wipe away streaks with a soft cloth.
Tile and Laminate Floor Cleaner – clean tile and laminate floors!
- In a bucket, mix the following:
- 1 tablespoon Thieves Dish Soap
- 1 capful Thieves Household Cleaner
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 1 gallon warm water
- Use this mixture to mop your tile and laminate floors!
Deep Cleaning Scrub – scrub stubborn bathroom and kitchen stains!
- In a glass bowl, mix the following:
- ½ capful of Thieves Household Cleaner
- 2 tablespoons baking soda
- Form a thin paste. If the cleaner is too thick, add more Thieves Household Cleaner. If it is too runny, add more baking soda. Apply with a clean cloth or a sponge, scrub surface thoroughly, and rinse clean.
Whiteboard Eraser – make marker smears disappear!
- Apply a few drops of Thieves Household Cleaner to a damp washcloth.
- Wipe board clean.
Glasses Cleaner – create a streak-free outlook on life!
- In a spray bottle, mix the following:
- 1/4 cup witch hazel
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 drops Thieves Household Cleaner (use a Glass Dropper to get the right amount)
- 2 drops Lemon essential oil
- Spray on lenses and wipe with a clean, lint-free cloth.
Car Interior Spray – get a spotless interior!
- In a spray bottle, mix the following:
- 1 capful Thieves Household Cleaner
- 2-3 cups water
- Spray dash, cupholders, console, interior handles, and more! Then wipe with a damp cloth.
- GEO tip: Get into hard-to-reach places (e.g., air vents, cupholders) with cotton swabs.
Wood Floor Cleaner – shine and polish hardwood!
- In a bucket, mix the following:
- 4 cups water
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 2 tablespoons grape seed oil
- 1 capful Thieves Household Cleaner
- 5 drops Orange essential oil
- Mop your wood floors!
Reusable Water Bottle Rinse – get the funk out of your water bottle!
- Pour ½ capful of Thieves Household Cleaner into your bottle and top off with water.
- Let sit for 10 minutes. Scrub the inside and outside well; then rinse several times with water.
Blinds Cleaner – wipe off dust, fingerprints, and grime!
- Mix the following in a bowl:
- 1 capful Thieves Household Cleaner
- 1 cup water
- ½ cup white vinegar
- Use an old sock as a cleaning mitt. Dip the “mitt” into the cleaning solution; go over each slat until they’re all clean.
This ought to give you a great start cleaning your whole house with a safe and effective non-toxic cleaner. Got questions? Contact GEO!
