Make a batch of these DIY Peppermint Toilet Bombs, then use them to cut down on the work of cleaning your toilet.
Toilets. They are a dirty job but someone has to clean them, and it’s usually me! I need a product that gets the toilets clean, smells good, and is safe around my kids (you know, for all the times they like help me). These DIY Peppermint Toilet Bombs are pretty fun for the kids so it does actually get them helping at least with this household chore.
I toss a toilet bomb in each of my toilets once a week and let it do its fizzing bomb thing for about 5-10 minutes. Then, I come back and swish the toilet good with the brush, flush, and done! This simple cleaning task makes deep scrubbing necessary only once in a while. They are also fun to make and the kids love to get in and help.
DIY Peppermint Toilet Bombs
Supplies Needed:
- 1 cup baking soda
- 1/2 cup citric acid (I use Lemi Shine)
- 25 drops peppermint essential oil
- 10 drops tea tree/melaluca essential oil
- vinegar
- muffin cups ( I use reusable silicone cupcake liners)
- jar for storage
- spray bottle
Directions:
1. In a large bowl stir together baking soda and citric acid until well combined.
2. Add oils and stir to mix thoroughly.
3. Place vinegar in a spray bottle and spritz baking soda mixture lightly. You do not want to soak it or you will cause the fizzing reaction and it will not be effective for cleaning. Spritz and stir, then repeat. Continue doing this until it is just barely misted enough so that it sticks together when squeezed but not dripping (this is super easy but don’t overspray).
4. Press mixture firmly into the muffin tin. I used these silicone molds because it makes it so much easier to pop out.
5. Allow them to dry. It usually only takes a few hours since it is barely wet. Pop from mold and store in a quart mason jar.
6. This recipe makes 6 standard muffin tin shaped toilet bombs. I usually make a double batch and put 6 in each bathroom- that gives me a month and a half of clean toilets!
How to Use Toilet Bombs
Just toss one peppermint toilet bomb into the toilet bowl. It will fizz for about 5 minutes but I like to let it soak for another 5 or 10 before swishing with the brush and flushing it away!
Printable Recipe for Peppermint Toilet Bombs
DIY Peppermint Toilet Bombs Recipe
Equipment
- muffin cups ( I use reusable silicone cupcake liners)
- jar for storage
- spray bottle
Materials
- 1 cup baking soda
- 1/2 cup citric acid I use Lemi Shine
- 25 drops peppermint essential oil
- 10 drops tea tree/melaluca essential oil
- vinegar
Instructions
- In a large bowl stir together baking soda and citric acid until well combined.
- Add oils and stir to mix thoroughly.
- Place vinegar in spray bottle and spritz baking soda mixture lightly. You do not want to soak it or you will cause the fizzing reaction and it will not be effective for cleaning. Spritz and stir, then repeat. Continue doing this until it is just barely misted enough so that it sticks together when squeezed but not dripping (this is super easy but don't overspray).
- Press mixture firmly into the muffin tin. I used these silicone molds because it makes it so much easier to pop out.
- Allow to dry. It usually only takes a few hours since it is barely wet. Pop from mold and store in a quart mason jar.
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This homemade toilet bomb tutorial was originally published on September 29, 2015. It was updated on November 3, 2019.
Amanda says
Can i use water instead of vinegar? I don’t have any vinegar atm
Lisa says
Hi,
I just made these toilet bombs. Are they suppose to expand when drying out.
Kathy Applebee says
Hi, can you please tell me if these toilet bombs are able to be used in septic tanks?
Thank you.
Kathy Applebee
Alea Milham says
I wouldn’t use them in toilets attached to a septic tank. I use as little cleaner as possible on my toilets (we have a septic tank) so as not to throw off the balance of the septic tank. ~Alea
Diana Burdge says
What would you recommend for cleaning toilets on a septic tank? Thanks,
Diana
Crisci says
I used vinegar to clean my toilets for years when we had a septic tank with no problem. The baking soda and vinegar combine to neutralize each other. If you’re concerned, periodically pour some spoiled milk, sour yogurt or buttermilk down the kitchen sink.
Leslie says
The reason septic takes work is such only because the presence of bacteria work to destroy and break down waste within the tank…. as it breaks down it makes its move liquid, processed into the drain field and eventually for use as fertilizers for trees and plants in your yard. Il call a local septic cleaner business, with great reviews and ask. Other than adding a root discourage and “probiotic” type protector, I’m pretty sure simply cleaning sinks, tubes and toilets should be good to go!
Pam says
Hi Jody,
Do the essential oils help with the cleaning process or are they just there for the scents? I clean for woman who is asthmatic & wants all natural ingredients to be used when cleaning but her hard water toilets need more help than what baking soda does alone. Any suggestions?
Tiffany says
Tea tree is a natural antiseptic, lavendar has antifungal and antiseptic properties as well.
PATRICIA says
THANKS FOR THE GREAT IDEA
Patricia says
Thanks can not wait to try this