subject: Green Cleaning: For Your Air, Floor And More [print this page] If you'd like to be more environmentally friendly, changing the way you clean is one of the easiest things to do. Even though you're cleaning with less harmful products you can still clean your home to a spotless shine. Here are just a few ideas that you could implement in your home.
Try cleaning products that are green. Instead of petroleum-based cleaners, go for products that are non-toxic, biodegradable and are made from renewable resources. Green cleaners are often derived from plants and contain essential oils like palm kernel or coconut oil. If you like soothing scents you can find green products with natural fragrances. You can be assured that these products are non-toxic and wont damage your home.
Improve your homes air. The fact that many cleaners have warnings about skin contact is a testament to the potency of many of the chemicals you are letting into your air. In addition, every home has many microscopic pollutants that can aggravate allergies and more. In many cases, when you add the spray of an air freshener, for example, you're only making the problem worse. There are many spray fresheners that can replace your aerosol cans or for another fragrant options use spices or herbs to freshen a room. Baking soda is a very good option. Sprinkle it on carpet as you vacuum to create a very fresh, crisp smell. Plants like Peace Lilies or others with broad green leaves are great for filtering air even though they don't necessarily freshen it.
Keep toxic substances off your floors and out of your home. In homes with a lot of foot traffic, it's hard to keep floors clean for long. 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. For one thing, remember to dispose of any toxic cleaners properly to avoid polluting the ground or water. If you want to do more green cleaning, there are a number of helpful resources online.
No matter how green you are or want to be, there are many steps you can take to make a difference in your life. By limiting the bad substances that enter your home and cleaning with the good ones, you're making your home a better environment. It only takes a bit of work to make your home clean and more green.
