This amazing gift from Mother Nature is a natural solution. It is chemical free, non-toxic, and safe around humans and animals. As a Natural Deodorizer:

Garbage Cans - sprinkle DE in the bottom of garbage cans to deodorize.

Vacuum Cleaner Bags - place two tablespoons of DE in the vacuum bag or canister to deodorize. Replenish when half full.

Refrigerator - use as you would baking soda.

Footwear - sprinkle in shoes, leave overnight, shake out well, then wipe up residue.

As a Non-toxic Cleanser and Absorber:
Soft Scrubbing Cleanser - mix DE with dish soap to make a paste, adding a few drops of vinegar if desired.

Muddy Footprints on Carpet - sprinkle DE powder on wet or dry mud spots. Apply with a stiff broom or brush without rubbing. Vacuum in 1-2 hours or when powder and mud appear dry.

Polish Silver, Gold Flatware, Jewelry - mix DE with water to form a paste. Apply with a cloth and wash well. Tarnish can be removed by rubbing with dry DE and a cloth.

For a Glorious Garden:
Preserve and Store Flower Bulbs - sprinkle bulbs lightly with DE. Store in an air permeable bag, hang in a dry place for airflow.

Amendment for Soil - for houseplants, use a mix of 1/4 DE to 3/4 soil. As a soil conditioner it helps break up clay and retains moisture in light or sandy soils. Its 14 trace minerals will help amend depleted soils.