DIY Disinfectant Spray for Bathrooms That Smells So Fresh

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Bathrooms are one of those places where “clean” isn’t just about looking good – it’s about actually killing germs, freshening the air, and making it feel like you didn’t just speed-clean five minutes before someone came over.

This DIY disinfectant spray does all of that and more – with ingredients you can pronounce and a scent you’ll actually like.

A flat lay of DIY disinfectant spray ingredients including distilled water, amber glass bottles, and essential oils on a white surface.

🧼 DIY Disinfectant Spray for Bathrooms That Smells So Fresh

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🚽 Why Go Natural in the Bathroom?

Most commercial disinfectants leave behind harsh fumes that make the room smell more “hospital hallway” than “spa.” This DIY spray uses alcohol and essential oils to disinfect effectively – without choking you out in the process.

It’s safe for most hard bathroom surfaces and works great on:
🛁 Toilets
🚿 Shower walls
🪞 Bathroom counters
🚽 Handles and fixtures
🧼 Sink basins

Bonus? It actually smells clean.

🧪 What You’ll Need

1 cup isopropyl alcohol (at least 70%)
1/2 cup distilled water
1 teaspoon hydrogen peroxide
20 drops essential oils (eucalyptus, tea tree, lemon, or lavender)
Spray bottle like this one
Optional: funnel or small measuring cup

🧴 How to Make It

Pour the alcohol and water into your bottle, then add the hydrogen peroxide. Drop in the essential oils, shake gently, and you’re good to go.

Always shake before use. Spray directly on hard surfaces and let sit for 60 seconds for full disinfecting power. Wipe with a clean microfiber cloth or paper towel.

Use this on everything from the toilet tank to the sink faucet. Just skip soft surfaces and marble – alcohol isn’t their friend.

A bathroom counter with a labeled amber spray bottle of Bathroom Disinfectant Spray surrounded by essential oil bottles and folded towels.

🖨️ Free Printable Label

Yep, this one gets a matching label too. It’s simple, stylish, and fits perfectly on any standard spray bottle. Because honestly, nothing says “Pinterest mom” like a bottle that looks as good as it works.
✨ Download the printable label here

💡 Helpful Tool

This cleaner is perfect to use with the Daily Mom-Life Planner – just add it to your weekly bathroom reset checklist and you’ll never dread that chore again.

📥 Lead Magnet to Pair With

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