Cleaning without chemicals

I cannot possibly pay what they want for the imported environmentally friendly cleaning solutions. But I have kids, so I don’t want all the chemicals in my house. Here’s what I do: I buy plain white vinegar (in Jenny Lou’s and other stores). I mix it half and half with water in an empty spray bottle. I use that instead of chemical fluids on my kitchen counters and in my bathrooms. If the toilet or shower is really grungy, just don’t add water – use the vinegar full strength. It will smell “vinegar-y” while the room is damp, but the smell disappears just as soon as it dries. Try it – it’s cheaper, and lots better for the environment and the kiddies…