Please read this post from beginning to end. This recipe is simple, effective, and safe when used correctly — but only if you understand what it is and what it is not.
Commercial Pine-Sol is a synthetic, lab-formulated cleaner with registered disinfectant claims. We are not recreating that exact product.
What we are making is a powerful, grease-cutting, deodorizing, pine-scented household cleaner that works beautifully for real homes.
Why Pine Cleaners Work
- Pine oil cuts grease and neutralizes odors
- Alcohol boosts cleaning and sanitizing power
- Soap lifts dirt and grime
- Water dilutes safely for household use
This combination has been used for generations — long before branded cleaners existed.
Homemade Pine Cleaner Recipe
- 1½ cups distilled water
- ½ cup 70% isopropyl alcohol
- 1 tablespoon liquid castile soap or clear dish soap
- 20–30 drops pine essential oil
Add ingredients to a spray bottle or cleaning jug in this order. Swirl gently to combine. Do not shake hard.
Optional Boosters
You can customize this depending on how heavy-duty you need it.
- For extra degreasing: add 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- For stronger scent: add 5–10 more drops pine oil
- For floor cleaning: dilute ½ cup of this mixture in a gallon of warm water
How to Use
- Floors (tile, vinyl, sealed wood)
- Bathrooms
- Trash cans
- Pet areas (allow to dry fully)
- Kitchen surfaces (wipe after use)
Spray, let sit for 1–2 minutes on dirty surfaces, then wipe clean.
Container & Storage
- Use HDPE plastic or glass bottles
- Label clearly: “Pine Cleaner”
- Store at room temperature
This mixture does not build pressure when mixed correctly.
What NOT to Do
- Do not mix with bleach
- Do not use on unfinished wood
- Do not overspray porous surfaces
- Do not use straight on delicate finishes
Homes With Pets
Pine oil is strong. Use lightly, allow surfaces to dry fully, and keep pets out of freshly cleaned areas until dry.
If pets are sensitive, reduce pine oil to 10–15 drops.
Real Talk
This smells like old-school clean because it is old-school clean. No mystery ingredients. No eye-watering fumes.
It cuts grease, kills odors, and leaves your house smelling like someone actually cleaned.
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Safety Note: I am NOT a medical professional. Please research ingredients, check for allergies, and confirm pet safety. Use gently and at your discretion.
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