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Homemade Carpet Powder – Easy, Non-Toxic DIY Carpet Powder Recipe

September 15, 2019 by Natasha 1 Comment

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No one likes stinky rugs and carpets – discover how to make homemade carpet powder for a clean, healthy home!

I really dislike smelly rugs, carpets, and furniture. I also really dislike mainstream chemical cleaners and artificial scents.

So what’s a health-conscious mama to do? Make her own carpet powder! This DIY carpet powder recipe is so easy to follow and all-natural for a fresh, clean smelling home without all the chemicals.

non-toxic carpet powder recipes

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Table of Contents

  • Are cleaning supplies bad for you?
  • DIY deodorizing carpet powder recipes
  • More natural cleaning product recipes

Are cleaning supplies bad for you?

According to the American Lung Association, many household cleaners (including rug and upholstery cleaners like carpet powders) can contain volatile organic compounds and other toxic ingredients. 

They recommend switching to non-toxic alternatives, including baking soda. Baking soda is the backbone of this DIY carpet powder recipe – hooray! 

Other key takeaways about the safety of household cleaners, according to the American Lung Association, include:

  • Manufacturers are not legally required to disclose all all the ingredients in household cleaners.
  • Cleaners labeled as natural, green, organic, etc. are just as likely to emit hazardous pollutants as conventional air cleaners (yikes!).
  • Avoid cleaners with VOCs and fragrances.
  • Check the EPA recommendations for “Safer Choice” products.

People are realizing the detrimental impact air fresheners, fragrances, and cleaners can have on your health. Making accommodations for people with chemical sensitivities, including scents, is now part of the Americans with Disabilities Act!

DIY deodorizing carpet powder recipes

Baking soda is an amazing, non-toxic cleaner! Combine it with some fresh-smelling essential oils or botanicals and your carpets will smell great.

For all the carpet powder recipes you will need a glass mason jar. Regular pint mason jars work fantastically. Citrus essential oils eat plastics, so please use glass!

Make sure to use a fresh, new box of baking soda for maximum cleaning power!

homemade non-toxic cleaning products with baking soda

To make your carpet freshener:

  • Combine all ingredients in a bowl. Mix with a fork or whisk to combine, then transfer to your mason jar.
  • You can halve all the recipes to make one cup instead of two cups, if you’d prefer.

To use your carpet freshener:

  • Sprinkle over your rugs or carpets.
  • Allow to sit for ~15 minutes.
  • Vacuum!

Citrus deodorizing carpet powder

  • 2 cups baking soda (one box)
  • 5-10 drops orange essential oil
  • 5-10 drops lemon or grapefruit essential oil
    • I  use 5 drops of both citrus oils.
  • 1 teaspoon powdered lavender -or- 1 tablespoon lavender buds. Optional but a nice addition!

Purifying carpet powder

  • 2 cups baking soda (one box)
  • 10 drops Purify essential oil. All the major brands have a purifying blend, so go with your favorite!
  • 2 tablespoons borax powder (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons food-grade diatomaceous earth (optional – helps with fleas and other pests!)

Relaxing carpet powder

  • 2 cups baking soda
  • 8 drops lavender essential oil
  • 2 drops frankincense essential oil
NOW Essential Oils, Orange Oil, Uplifting Aromatherapy Scent, Cold Pressed,...
3-Pack Variety of NOW Essential Oils: Citrus Blend - Orange, Tangerine,...
Diatomaceous Earth Food Grade OMRI Listed - 1 Lb
NOW Essential Oils, Orange Oil, Uplifting Aromatherapy Scent, Cold Pressed,...
3-Pack Variety of NOW Essential Oils: Citrus Blend - Orange, Tangerine,...
Diatomaceous Earth Food Grade OMRI Listed - 1 Lb
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NOW Essential Oils, Orange Oil, Uplifting Aromatherapy Scent, Cold Pressed,...
NOW Essential Oils, Orange Oil, Uplifting Aromatherapy Scent, Cold Pressed,...
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3-Pack Variety of NOW Essential Oils: Citrus Blend - Orange, Tangerine,...
3-Pack Variety of NOW Essential Oils: Citrus Blend - Orange, Tangerine,...
Diatomaceous Earth Food Grade OMRI Listed - 1 Lb
Diatomaceous Earth Food Grade OMRI Listed - 1 Lb

Yield: 1 pint

Homemade Carpet Powder

homemade non-toxic carpet powder

These non-toxic fabric cleaners are easy to make and will leave your home smelling great!

Active Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Difficulty easy

Materials

  • 2 cups baking soda (one box)

Essential oils

  • Option 1 - Citrus. 10 drops orange essential oil + 10 drops lemon essential oil. Add lavender buds for even more freshness!
  • Option 2 - Purifying blend. 10 drops Purify essential oil, 2 tablespoons borax powder, 2 tablespoons food-grade diatomaceous earth.
  • Option 3 - Relaxing blend. 8 drops lavender essential oil, 2 drops frankincense essential oil.

Instructions

    Combine all ingredients in a bowl.

    Mix with a fork or whisk to combine, then transfer to your mason jar.


    You can halve all the recipes to make one cup instead of two cups, if you’d prefer.

    To use:

    Sprinkle over your rugs or carpets.

    Allow to sit for ~15 minutes.
    Vacuum!

© Natasha
Project Type: essential oils
Remember to keep pets and children away from the area until you’ve vacuumed!

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homemade carpet powder for a fresh-smelling home

More natural cleaning product recipes

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Text 'all natural homemade carpet powder - get fresh-smelling rugs without the chemicals!' The text is above and on an image featuring a jar of homemade carpet powder. The jar has a bracelet with a purple silk ribbon and a charm saying "breathe" wrapped around it. Behind the jar are lemons, lavender, and a cobalt blue glass spray bottle.
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Natasha Núñez is a former classroom teacher with a Masters of the Arts in Teaching. She also is a registered yoga teacher & holds a certificate in natural skincare formulation from the School of Natural Skincare. She shares her passion for education, positive parenting, free printables, and recipes for DIY bath & home products. Learn more about Natasha and where she’s been featured.

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    September 24, 2019 at 05:41

    Fantastic article! Very well written and truly helpful! Thanks for sharing and helping, Natasha

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