It is a clean natural way to sanitize and as a bonus it s non drying thanks to the essential oils inside.
Diy gym mats cleaner.
Tea tree essential oil is antibacterial and antifungal.
Workout equipment quickly accumulates odor and bacteria through regular use.
Cleans sweat without slippery residue.
If you prefer a more energizing scent citrus oils such as pink grapefruit orange or tangerine can be added as well.
Wipe the mat down with a clean cloth or towel.
Lavender essential oil is an antibacterial oil with a relaxing and calming scent that relieves tension and is great for unwinding post yoga.
You can of course buy a yoga cleaning solution at your yoga studio or online but at 10 to 20 a bottle i think i ll stick with this option.
If using citrus oils use a glass spray bottle as the citrus oils will break down the plastic ones.
Clean your gym equipment with a homemade disinfectant.
The best mop for rubber floors is one that you can wring out before placing onto the floor.
Always use the manufacturers instructions when cleaning equipment both for the gym equipment and the sanitizer you re using.
Homemade cleaning solutions work equally well on gym mats foam mats and rubber floors.
However if you re cleaning your own personal items or home gym equipment allow the sanitizer to sit on items for 10 30 minutes at a time.
This is the best method for killing the most bacteria.
Homemade yoga mat cleaner.
When not cleaned properly after each use the bacteria that has developed on the equipment will be contracted from one user to the next creating a dangerous situation.
Cup of distilled or spring water cup alcohol free witch hazel or white vinegar 7 drops of lavender essential oil 2 drops of tea tree essential oil.
Naturama yoga mat cleaner eco friendly gym equipment cleaner works great on exercise machines mats sports gear.
Diy exercise mat spray.
This homemade sanitizer effectively kills many germs without harsh chemicals or alcohol.
Tea tree and lavender.
This homemade yoga mat cleaner also makes a great diy mattress cleaner.
A lot of us are working out at home right now and are looking for a safe and effective way to clean your exercise or yoga mat.
As for sanitizing exercise equipment and yoga mats that s where this homemade sanitizer comes in.
Here is a simple and easy homemade diy yoga mat cleaner spray recipe.
Rubber can rot if left with standing water so it s best to make sure that you can quickly and easily wipe the surface of the mat without saturating it.
This diy yoga mat cleaner spray is made with two simple essential oils.
Spray liberally on your yoga mat immediately after you finish your practice.
Flip the mat over and repeat on the other side.
It s a good idea to wipe down your mat after each use to remove any sweat or germs.
Hang mat to dry.