subject: Why You Should Be Using Green Cleaning Products and The Dangers of Not Using Them [print this page] Why You Should Be Using Green Cleaning Products and The Dangers of Not Using Them
If you're reading this article then chances are you want your life to be more green and making cleaning products that are green can help you in that quest. We'll go over why you need to go green when it comes to your cleaning products and the dangers that they may posses. I'll also give you a few household products that you can use to make a green cleaning product.
I know what you're thinking: why on earth would anyone want to make a green cleaning product when there are so many available at the store for purchase. The answer is simple: safety. Having lots of chemicals in your home is just asking for trouble especially if you have younger kids that can get into them. Another important factor is the environment. Those chemicals may be hazardous to the environment along with your health. Pick up a bottle of any sort of cleaner at your local store and read through all the precautions that are listed. They may just surprise you.
The following products are common household products that can be used as green cleaning products. These products are mostly already found in lots of homes.
One of the most common green cleaning products is vinegar. It has many uses around the home because of its ability to disinfect and clean. Another item that many don't think about unless it comes to toothpaste is baking soda. Baking soda has more uses than just a toothpaste additive. You can use it as a deodorizer also. And let's not forget the lemon juice. Just try lemon juice on some hard water stains and it will surprise you.
To sum up this article you now have a reason why you need the green cleaning products. You even have a few examples of household items that you can use for cleaning products. I hope this is the first steps for you to become greener and make your cleaning products from sources that will help you and the environment.
