Advertising tells us that we need a closet full of cleaning products to clean, sanitize and make our homes sparkle. But, do you know that most of these cleaners contain chemicals we probably don’t want in our homes, much less in our bodies? The good news is most of those dangerous cleaners are completely unnecessary!
I’m sharing my favourite recipes for cleaning my home. My hope is that these inspire you to create a natural, toxin-free home, just as they did for me.
So many cleaners are harmful to the environment, so I've researched natural cleaning recipes until they were just right for my home! These are my FAVES:
Discover how easy it is to make an effective DIY liquid toilet bowl cleaner that will save you money and leave behind a sparkling clean.
This guide is what you need to get started with zero waste and eco friendly cleaning! Making a few adjustments can make a big difference!
White vinegar, a staple in many kitchens, is not only great for adding tang to salads and marinades but also possesses impressive cleaning and disinfecting properties. Its acidity makes it an effective and eco-friendly alternative to commercial cleaning products. In this article, we will explore 40 household hacks with white vinegar that will revolutionize the
Rik, also known as "Tidy Guy" on Instagram and his blog, joins The Zero Waste Collective to share his thoughts on the zero waste lifestyle, and provide a special DIY cleaning recipe! Rik grew up in a small town in The United States, and is currently living in Calgary, Canada. Although relatively new on his zero waste journey, Rik has been working towards a more sustainable lifestyle for quite some time. His endeavours also include switching to a vegan diet and lifestyle, and minimalism, all of w
Are you sick of greenwashing and the lack of transparency when it comes to "natural" cleaning products? I compiled this list of sustainable UK cleaning brands that use natural ingredients so you can have a sparkling clean home without sacrificing air quality or creating a tonne of plastic
Cleaning the kitchen is kind of a big thing when you do not have the right cleaning hacks to combat all those spills and food stains. Here are thirty kitchen cleaning hacks to help you get the job done fast, and naturally too! [1] Oven Degreaser Having a grease-free oven is really hard to avoid.
Everything you need to know about cleaning your home with eco-friendly products (that aren't vinegar). This evidence-based guide debunks myths, teaches how to make DIY homemade cleaners and talks about which brands are sustainable.
Walk the cleaning aisle of any major grocery store and you’ll find a chemical cocktail to remedy every conceivable household mess. Got a clog? Dump a bottle of solvent down the drain. Baked-on oven scum? There’s an aerosol for that. Funky smelling sports gear? “Freshen” it up with a misty veil of fresh linen fragrance. It all begs the question: what’s in this stuff, anyway? Which chemicals are we flushing into our water systems? And what fumes are we ingesting into our bodies while doing so?
These are the beset non-toxic cleaning products. Products that are safe for your health and are eco-friendly and pet safe too.
20 Steps to a Chemical-Free Home In this article, we´ll tell you how to create a chemical-free home by following these simple steps.
Shop sustainable cleaning on EarthHero! Find sponges, brushes, and more made from bamboo and other eco-friendly materials.
DIY dishwasher tabs that actually clean your dishes. Combine washing soda, Epsom salt, and borax in a mixing bowl. Stir in the lemon juice or vinegar, then add lemon essential oil.
I don't know about you but I worry more and more about all the nasties in cleaning stuff. As a mother I always wanted to protect my family, but I hadn't twigged how complicated that
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Create a non-toxic home with these natural cleaning with essential oils recipes. I share my 5 homemde cleaners with free printable labels.
Learn how to create all-natural cleaning products using simple ingredients from your pantry! Includes 12 recipes, plus a printable cheat sheet that you can stick to your fridge or cleaning supply cabinet for easy reference.
Ultimate list of Environmentally Friendly and Non-Toxic Cleaning Products organized by use. Well-researched and organized to make it easy for you to adapt.
Are you looking for non-toxic dishwasher detergents and soaps? There are now several brands making eco-friendly (& sometimes even zero-waste) soaps for a greener, healthier kitchen. Of course, we must use soaps that don’t contain harmful chemicals for our health, the water systems, and the l
The best part of wholly embracing zero waste cleaning supplies is that you can pretty much use the same four or five different ingredients in any number of useful ways.
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When it comes to washing dishes, most eco friendly tips focus on using less water. But if you want your scrubbing to be even more sustainable, it’s time to start using a zero waste dish