Prepare the Hot Water: Heat 4 cups of water until it's hot but not boiling. You can use a kettle or microwave for this step.

Mix Washing Soda: In a 3-5 gallon bucket or washing machine, add 1 cup of washing soda. Washing soda, also known as sodium carbonate, is a key ingredient in this solution as it helps to boost the cleaning power.

Add Hot Water: Pour the 4 cups of hot water into the bucket or washing machine with the washing soda. Stir the mixture well to ensure the washing soda is dissolved completely.

Incorporate Hydrogen Peroxide: Next, add 1-2 cups of 3% hydrogen peroxide to the mixture. Hydrogen peroxide is a natural disinfectant and stain remover, making it an excellent addition to your cleaning solution. Alternatively, you can use 1 cup of Pure Sodium Percarbonate, which is powdered hydrogen peroxide bonded with washing soda, for an extra cleaning boost.

Add Lemon Essential Oil: To enhance the scent and add additional cleaning properties, add 10 drops of lemon essential oil to the mixture. Lemon essential oil has antibacterial and antiviral properties, making it a great choice for cleaning solutions.

Mix Thoroughly: Stir the mixture well to ensure all the ingredients are evenly distributed.

Adjust Consistency: If necessary, add additional room temperature water to adjust the consistency of the solution. You want it to be thin enough to pour easily but still effective for cleaning.

Store or Use: Your homemade non-bleach alternative is now ready to use! You can store any leftover solution in a sealed container for future use or use it immediately for cleaning various surfaces, such as countertops, floors, or even laundry.