Orange Peel Cleaner with Vinegar
If you’re looking for a gentle but powerful natural cleaner for your bathroom and kitchen, this orange peel cleaner with vinegar is a game-changer. It’s zero-waste, smells amazing, and can be made from the peels you’d usually throw away!
Limonene in the peels naturally dissolves grease and soap scum.
Acetic acid in vinegar breaks down mineral buildup.
Together, they create a non-toxic, eco-friendly, and cost-effective cleaner that’s safe for most surfaces (except stone).
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Serves:
1 liter of cleaning vinegar
Time to Prepare:
30 min
Time to cook or cure:
2 weeks
Skill
Vinegar extraction
Serves:
1 liter
Time to Prepare:
30 min
Time to cook or cure:
2 weeks
Skills:
vinegar extraction
Cutting board
Sharp knife
Clean glass jar with lid (1-liter)
Strainer or cheesecloth
Spray bottle (optional)
Spray on surfaces and wipe clean.
Ideal for bathroom sinks, toilet rims, and greasy stovetops.
Avoid using on granite, marble, or other natural stone.
This is a zero-waste recipe that turns kitchen scraps into something genuinely useful — perfect for eco-conscious households.
Chop orange peels into small chunks.
Place them in a clean glass jar.
Pour vinegar over the peels until they’re fully submerged.
Seal the jar and store it in a cool, dark place.
Let it infuse for 2–4 weeks, shaking every few days.
Strain the mixture and pour into a spray bottle.
Dilute 1:1 with water for light cleaning.
Store in a cool, dark place for up to 3 months.
Always label your jar with the date!
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