DIY Recipes for the Homestead

Having a hard time tackling the dirt in your chicken coop? The more chickens you have, the faster the coop tends to get dirty.

That’s why having a good cleaning routine and a reliable DIY cleaner can make things more manageable.

Just remember that it's best to empty everything out of the coop before cleaning it with this DIY solution.

This solution is safe and non-toxic—something you can use not only in chicken coops but also on various surfaces around your homestead. It's also gentle enough to be used around plants.

When it comes to cleaning your goat’s udder, you have a lot of natural solutions to choose from.

Some use baby wipes with an all-natural formula, while others follow quick recipes with safe, natural ingredients.

Whether you choose a solution made with essential oils, castile soap, or even just dish soap and water, all of these options are gentle yet effective for cleaning the udder without causing irritation.

Your goats will be happier and healthier, and you can enjoy the best-tasting goat milk.

Create this homemade solution to keep your home free from harmful germs.

This is especially helpful during flu season, but you can use it year-round to sanitize light switches, doorknobs, and other high-touch surfaces.

It's simple and cost-effective, using only water, cheap vodka, and essential oils. You can easily customize the scent by using your favorite essential oils.

Don't let weeds ruin your beautiful garden. This quick homemade spray can clear them out without harmful chemicals.

In this all-natural recipe, the vinegar acts as a natural weed killer by drying out the plant, while the salt helps prevent regrowth.

Using this weed killer has its pros and cons, though. For instance, it may require multiple applications, especially on certain tough weeds.

In the end, the solution will kill any plant it touches, so you have to be careful when applying it near the ones you want to keep.

This homemade repellent keeps the bugs away while you work, so you can focus on tending to the animals without any distractions.

It's mainly made of essential oils and witch hazel, a natural astringent! It also has anti-inflammatory properties, meaning that if you've already been bitten by a bug, it can help soothe and calm any irritation.

Use this homemade bug repellent just like store-bought ones.

Simply apply it to your skin before going outside, especially when you're about to work on the farm or spend time outdoors.

Your hands deserve some TLC after a long day on the farm.

After spending time working outdoors, your hands can be covered in dirt, grime, and even plant sap that’s tough to wash off with regular soap.

This hand soap scrub thoroughly cleans your hands and leaves them soft and moisturized.

What makes this scrub unique is that it contains exfoliants like sugar, which are particularly useful for homesteaders. It quickly scrubs away dirt and grime.

It's also quick and easy to make, without the hassle of traditional soapmaking.

Lemons aren't just for cooking—they're powerful cleaning agents, too.

This lemon-infused spray is eco-friendly and effective and leaves everything smelling citrusy and fresh.

It's also versatile, so you can use it on countertops, floors, sinks, and even on hardwood floors and glass doors.

All you need to do is gather peelings from your oranges and lemons, mix them with the other ingredients, and store the container in a dark, cool place for two weeks to allow the peels to fully infuse the vinegar.