All-purpose cleaning: Mix 1 capful of Thieves Household Cleaner with 2 cups of water. This dilution is suitable for cleaning most surfaces, including kitchen counters, walls, hard floors, and mirrors. Light degreasing: For lighter tasks, combine 1 capful of the cleaner with 4 cups of water. Tougher messes: A more concentrated dilution, such as a 15:1 ratio (approximately 1 capful to ½ cup of water), may be used for challenging messes.