5 great uses for eucalyptus oil in the home

It’s always handy to have a multi-purpose ingredient in the cupboard that you can call on when cleaning. Especially when it’s natural.

Here are five great and simple ways to use eucalyptus oil in the home.

1. Cleaning stainless steel

If you’re battling stubborn grime and build-up on your stainless steel, whether it’s a cooktop, tapware, a fridge or cupboards, a small amount of eucalyptus oil will help get it clean. Just add a few drops to a wet cloth and wipe over the surface, then dry it off with a clean microfibre cloth to avoid streaking.

Eucalyptus oil is handy for cleaning stainless steel, such as a cooktop or rangehood.

2. Removing sticky residue

If you’ve ever tried to remove a sticky label or decal, you’ll know how annoying that residue can be. Eucalyptus oil is a very effective adhesive remover, particularly on glass. It can be used straight in its concentrated form to target sticky areas, then just rinse off with water.

Eucalyptus oil is effective on sticky residue.

3. Floor cleaner

With its natural disinfectant properties, eucalyptus oil works well as an eco-friendly floor cleaner. Simply add about 20 drops to a bucket of hot water, or straight into the water section of your spray mop, and mop the floors as normal. They’ll be shiny and the fragrance of the eucalyptus will leave the room smelling fresh.

Add some oil to hot water and see your mopped floors shine.

4. Combat mould and mildew

Not only can eucalyptus oil remove existing mould and mildew, it can also help prevent its recurrence in prone areas. Add a few drops of the oil to a cup of hot water and wipe down all affected surfaces – this could be in the shower, bathroom tiling or fridge shelving and containers. The strong scent will remove mouldy odours, too.

Target mould and mildew with this natural ingredient.

5. Laundry cleaner

If you’ve got clothes, sheets or blankets with a soiled or musty smell, the naturally fragrant oil will freshen up your laundry and help clean it at the same time. Just add about 20 drops to your washing cycle along with laundry detergent for a refreshing finish.

Add a few drops of eucalyptus oil to your washing cycle and it’ll freshen up your laundry.