Cleaning with Vodka

Why is vodka a surprisingly powerful natural cleaning agent?

Now I know what you’re thinking… vodka? For cleaning?! 😅

But honestly, this is one of those little hidden gems that not enough people talk about. While we all love our trusty bicarbonate of soda and white vinegar, vodka is brilliant for cutting through grease, killing bacteria, and leaving things streak-free.

It’s quick, effective, and perfect when you want that fresh, sparkling finish without loads of heavy products. Let me show you how I use it around my home 👇

1. The Vodka All-Purpose Spray

This is such a simple one, but it works so well 👌

• Mix equal parts vodka and distilled water in a spray bottle

• Add a few drops of lemon essential oil for a fresh scent

✦ Glass Spray Bottle
✦ Lemon Essential Oil

You can use this on:

• Shower screens

• Chrome taps

• Glass surfaces

• Even jewellery for a quick sparkle!

It leaves everything streak-free and fresh no sticky residue at all.

2. Laundry Hacks & Fabric Refresh

This is where vodka really surprises people…

Stain Removal

Got a stubborn stain?

• Dab a little neat vodka onto a cloth

• Gently blot the stain before washing

✦ Microfibre Cloths

It works brilliantly on things like:

• Grass

• Makeup

• Red wine

Fabric Freshener

If you’ve got items you can’t easily wash (like curtains or sofas):

• Lightly spritz with your vodka spray

• Let it air dry

The alcohol kills odour-causing bacteria, so it freshens everything up without soaking fabrics.

Flower Trick 🌸

This is such a good little hack!

• Add 1 teaspoon of vodka + 1 teaspoon of sugar to your vase

It helps:

• Stop bacteria growing

• Keep your flowers fresher for longer

GREASE-BUSTING TIP ✨

Vodka is amazing on grease 👇

• Add a splash to hot, soapy water

• Use it to clean extractor fans or greasy surfaces

✦ Washing Up Liquid
✦ Scrubbing Brush

It cuts through that sticky build-up so much quicker — no heavy chemicals needed.

3. Glass, Mirrors & Tech Cleaning

If you love that streak-free finish, this one’s for you 👌

• Add a splash of vodka to warm water

• Wipe mirrors and glass with a cloth

✦ Microfibre Glass Cloth

You’ll get that crystal-clear finish every time.

Tech Hygiene

We’re always touching our phones and remotes and they carry so many germs 👀

• Lightly dampen a cloth with vodka

• Wipe down screens and remotes

It disinfects without leaving anything sticky behind.

Lynsey’s Final Tip 💛

Vodka might not be your first thought when it comes to cleaning, but it’s such a handy one to have in your cupboard.

It’s quick, effective, and perfect for those little jobs where you want great results without loads of effort.

Once you start using it… you’ll wonder why you didn’t try it sooner 😉