Cleaning: It's Safer When It's Green

If you'd like to be more environmentally friendly

, changing the way you clean is one of the easiest things to do. You don't even have to sacrifice a thorough clean just because you're cleaning with gentler products. If you want to be more green, consider the following tips about how you clean. Start using green cleaners. Most cleaning solutions are petroleum-based. Instead buy products made from renewable, non-toxic resources. Green cleaners are often derived from plants and contain essential oils like palm kernel or coconut oil. Whether you want a cleaner that is scented, fragrance free or pH-neutral, you can choose from many options. It's worthwhile to know that a product you buy won't be a detriment to your home environment. Improve the air in your home. Typical cleaners can emit harsh chemicals and scents that bother your eyes, sinuses or skin. Then there is also the presence of microscopic dust and other allergens that float around in your home. In many cases, when you add the spray of an air freshener, for example, you're only making the problem worse. The good news is that there are many natural air fresheners that can be bought in stores. Besides using it in your fridge, you could sprinkle a bit of baking soda on your carpet before vacuuming to create a fresh scent. If you want an air filter, Peace Lilies are pretty to look at as well as being good air purifiers. So are other plants with broad green leaves. Clean floors mean less harmful chemicals indoors. It can be hard to keep floors clean with constant foot traffic. You may not even realize the number of chemicals and unhealthy substances that can be tracked into a home. A quality doormat can help get rid of some of the unwanted substances. A more effective way to keep toxins out is to make your family and guests go shoeless in your home. There are numerous other ways that you can go green at home. Substituting soap and water for antibacterial cleaners and disposing of harsh cleaners properly can be a good start for more green cleaning. If you want to do more green cleaning, there are a number of helpful resources online. By taking a few simple steps you can begin to live a greener lifestyle. It's up to you how green to make it. Green cleaning begins with knowing what substances are being brought into your home. With a little work your home can be green and clean.

Cleaning: It's Safer When It's Green

By: Marlon Jackson

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