How to Use Castile Soap
For Cleaning Your Whole House

Castile soap is a multi-purpose cleaner made with coconut, olive, palm, and other vegetable oils. The eco-friendly ingredients are safe for cleaning nearly everything in your home—even you! You can get vegan-friendly Castile soap in liquid and traditional bar forms to use at home and out in the wild. It has been a popular natural all-purpose cleaner used while camping, hiking, and other outdoor activities. 

The Maids® is one of the only residential house cleaners that clean for health. Our commitment to creating healthier homes is why we recommend natural solutions like Castile soap for cleaning.

What is Castile Soap, and Why Use It for Cleaning?

Castile soap contains only vegetable oils, so the cleaner is biodegradable, non-toxic, and doesn’t irritate the skin. When you use Castile soap for cleaning, the unique molecules attract dirt, grime, and grease and remove them from most surfaces. Because of its organic makeup, cleaning with Castile soap is an ideal foundation for transitioning to green cleaning. 

There are so many uses for Castile soap around the house that the soap could replace most commercial cleaning products. You can buy this in bulk and create DIY solutions for nearly every cleaning chore. Besides being a safe and sustainable product, Castile soap saves money and frees up storage space. Here are a few ways Castile soap can make your home cleaner and healthier than ever.

Cleaning Floors With Castile Soap

Learning how to use Castile soap for cleaning floors lets you keep your floors shining without harsh commercial floor cleaners. Castile soap is ideal for cleaning vinyl, laminate, stone, and even unwaxed hardwood floors. To get the full benefit of your natural cleaner, first remove buildup on floors with a mixture of distilled white vinegar and hot water. Add a teaspoon of Castile soap to a bucket of warm water, then mop, rinse, and dry your floors. One of the most amazing things about Castile soap is that a little goes a long way. 

Kitchen Cleaning With Castile Soap 

Is the cabinet beneath your kitchen sink packed with separate cleaners for cleaning floors, appliances, and other surfaces? Castile soap can clean nearly every surface in the kitchen, from cooking ranges to countertops. You can buy scented Castille soap like peppermint and citrus or unscented soap and add your favorite essential oils. At the sink, you can mix equal parts water and Castille soap in a single container for washing dishes and your hands. Add ¼ cup of soap to a quart of water in a spray bottle to clean the kitchen, including floors, counters, and other surfaces. Simple spray, rinse and enjoy a sparkling clean.

How to Use Castile Soap for Cleaning the Bathroom 

When you use Castile soap to clean the bathroom, you can skip the arsenal of harmful commercial cleaners. You can use the same solution used in the kitchen for removing soap scum, grime, and germs from tile floors to porcelain toilets. Instead of using a variety of cleaners, a single spray bottle of soap and water is all you need. A microfiber cloth and your Castile cleaning solution are convenient for quick cleanups and deep cleanings. You can even remove stains and stubborn buildup by sprinkling baking soda on the area after you spray it. Imagine a bathroom cleaner that lets you clean the shower while cleaning yourself! THAT’s the power of Castile soap in the bathroom. 

Using Castile Soap for Laundry and Stain Removal

Cleaning with Castile soap in the laundry room lets you avoid harsh, heavily scented laundry detergents without sacrificing cleaning power. The recipe is the same whether you use scented Castile soap or unscented, but check the care label on the clothes. You only need about an ounce for HE washers and two ounces for conventional washing machines. Add the Castille soap directly to the wash water for the best results. This all-natural soap is also excellent for pretreating stains; all you need is a few drops. Add ½ cup baking soda to whiten and brighten fabrics for even more eco-friendly laundry cleaning power.

Castile Soap for Cleaning Outdoors

While Castille soap has been a camping cleaning staple for decades in the great outdoors, it works just as well in your backyard. Plus, adding peppermint essential oil to your cleaning mixture can act as natural repellent against mosquitoes and other outdoor pests. A teaspoon of Castile soap added to a spray bottle of water is perfect for safely washing plants and flowers. 

Two tablespoons of Castile soap added to a bucket of water creates an effective cleaner for patio furniture, pools, toys, and the exterior of your home. For stains and stubborn dirt, the mild abrasiveness of baking soda can make the job even easier. Dampen the item to be cleaned, then use baking soda to pretreat tough grime. Then, use a scrub brush and the Castile soap solution, rinse with a water hose, and you’re done! 

The Maids

Now that you know the many uses for Castile soap around the house, you may be interested in other natural eco-friendly cleaning solutions. Whether you use our handy cleaning guides or popular cleaning services, The Maids wants you to enjoy a cleaner, healthier home more often. Discover the difference a focus on healthy cleaning can make when you get your custom cleaning quote today.