subject: It's Better When It's Green [print this page] Cleaning is one area where it's undoubtedly a good idea to go green. There are many green cleaning ideas as well as healthy products that still leave your home looking spick-and-span. The ideas that follow are simple but helpful and are only a few of the many things you can do.
Start using green cleaners. Most cleaning solutions are petroleum-based. Instead buy products made from renewable, non-toxic resources. Most eco-friendly cleaners contain one or more plant-based essential oils. You can find products that are pH-neutral as well as scented or fragrance free. These safe, natural substances allow you to clean without being preoccupied with safety and worry.
Second, make your air quality better. The substances in many standard cleaners can linger in the air and irritate you for hours. Then there is also the presence of microscopic dust and other allergens that float around in your home. Typical air freshening methods can sometimes do more harm than good. Instead of aerosol cans, consider other spray cleaners that are gentler and more environmentally friendly. Baking soda is also an effective odor-eliminator for refrigerators as well as on carpets when vacuuming. If you want to filter your air, you can buy a machine or consider growing a broad green leaf plant inside.
Keep your floors thoroughly clean. It can be hard to keep floors clean with constant foot traffic. The toxins and pollutants that can be tracked on the bottom of shoes can create an unhealthy environment as well as making a mess. Sturdy doormats can help scrub away the worst offenders. Having a no-shoe indoor policy is a good way to help the situation.
There are a number of other cleaning tips that are both eco-friendly and you-friendly. Using soap and water rather than antibacterial cleaners is one way to stay healthy. There are many places where you can find environmentally-friendly ideas to implement in your daily life.
Whether you want to live off the grid or simply want to change a few things in your life, there are green ideas to help you. Green cleaning simply means using more of what nature has to offer to clean your home rather than harsh synthetic chemicals. It only takes a bit of work to make your home clean and more green.
