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Earlier this month we set out ten resolutions for your home in the new year. Number ten on the list was to clean in an ecologically-minded manner in 2010. To make the switch from harsh chemical cleansers to gentler, earth-friendly products you'll have to adjust your thinking. First, stop associating a "clean" house with the scent of ammonia or chlorine bleach. Second, plan to work a little harder since green cleansers may require a little extra elbow grease.
When shopping for ecologically-sound household cleansers, look for products that are labeled as non-toxic and environmentally-friendly. But also be wary of these claims, as there are very few regulations for manufacturers' environmental labeling. And always opt for companies that disclose their ingredient list.
Images: Green Seal and EPA
Good old-fashioned baking soda, white vinegar, soap and lemon juice are always green choices, but there are also many pre-made cleansers that are safe for the earth.
Here are some eco-friendly brands that your ShelterPop editors have tried and liked:
Chlorox's Green Works line
Method
Mrs. Meyers
S. C. Johnson's Nature's Source line
Seventh Generation
SimpleGreen
Weiman
If you're not convinced you want to give up your chemical cleanser, know that opting for eco-friendly household cleansers isn't just good for the environment; it's better for you and your family's health as well. According to the EPA, the concentration of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) (which chemical cleansers tend to emit) is ten times higher inside than outside.
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Reader comments (Page 1 of 1)
Watkins Cleaning Products have been left off the list. www.watkinsonline.com
ReplySimple Green is NOT a green cleaning product! Google "Greenwashed by Simple Green"
ReplySorry, I but I think the author of this article should have done their homework first. This is the exact kind of confusing, misleading information that keeps consumers in the dark about the chemicals they are putting into their house and themselves. Do your own research before buying ANY cleaner, or make them yourself. Don't rely on one article to placate your fears.