From Mechanical Database

Try these non-toxic or less-toxic products as alternatives to some chemicals you might not have at hand at a moment of need.. While a little more "elbow grease" may have to be used with some of these products, lower costs should make the switch an easy one.

For this:	Try this:
Inerior freshener	Simmer cinnamon and cloves; leave opened box of baking soda in room; or set out a dish of vinegar.
Aluminum spot remover	2 tablespoons cream of tartar + 1 quart hot water
Brass polish	Worcestershire sauce
Car battery corrosion	Baking soda + water
Chrome polish	Apple cider vinegar; then polish with baby oil
Cleaners (general interior)	Mix 1/2 cup ammonia, 1/3 cup vinegar, 1/4 cup baking soda in one gallon of warm water
Coffee pot stain	Vinegar
Copper cleaner	Lemon juice + salt
Decal remover	Soak in white vinegar
Grease cutter	1/2 cup baking soda + usual amount of liquid detergent
Fiberglass stain remover	Baking soda paste
Water Spot paint cleaner	1 cup vinegar + 1 gallon water
Oil fire	Douse with baking soda
Grease removal	Borax on damp cloth
Handcleaner for paint/grease	Baby oil
Multi-Purpose Cleaner	Mix 1/2 cup ammonia, 1/3 cup vinegar, 1/4 cup baking soda in 1 gallon of warm water
Carpet cleaner	Club soda
Rusty bolt/nut removal	Carbonated beverage
Silver and aluminum polish	1 quart warm water + 1 tablespoon baking soda + piece of aluminum foil + 1 tablespoon salt
Spot remover	Club soda, lemon juice, or salt
Stainless steel polish	Mineral oil
Upholstery spot removal	Club soda
Water mark removal	Toothpaste
Window cleaner	Use 1/2 cup of vinegar in 1 gallon of warm water