The Holidays can get messy, so here's a little tip from the RCLS Sustainability Team to help you clean up while being eco-responsible!
The concept is pretty simple —
clip some of those branches off your fresh Christmas tree
(maybe the ugly ones in the back?)
or from those overgrown evergreens in your yard that
you meant to trim in the Fall, but never got around to...
Cut any large pieces down to appropriate size to fit
them into your choice of airtight jar (glass is preferable).
Pack the pieces fairly tightly in the jar and top with distilled
white vinegar. Cap the jar. Set that jar aside for a couple of weeks, giving it a vigorous shake every once in a while. When the
liquid has turned amber, strain it into a spray bottle.
Voila - natural pine scented cleaner!
The disinfectant properties of the vinegar and the
well-known antibacterial qualities of the pine needles
combine to create the perfect DIY holiday cleaner.