Green House Cleaning Tips
If you take the time to read the labels on household cleaners and detergents you may be surprised at just how many harmful chemicals are present in these everyday products. Continual use of strong cleaners can not only cause problems such as skin rashes and allergies but it is also very bad for the environment, as all those chemicals you are washing down the drain can find their way into the water table and affect all kinds of fragile ecosystems. There are a number of effective cleaning products available that are much more friendly to the environment and contain virtually no harmful chemicals and some of these can even be made quickly and easily at home.
Everyday Eco Friendly Cleaner Spray
Vinegar has been used for centuries for cleaning and disinfecting, and a good cleaner for everyday task around the kitchen and living areas can be made up of a simple combination of 1 part white wine vinegar and 3 parts water. Make some of this cleaner up and pour it into a small spray bottle, and this can be used to quickly and easily wipe down kitchen surfaces, tables and outdoor furniture (always do a test patch first to ensure no staining). If you don’t like the smell of vinegar you can add a few drops of an essential oil such as lemongrass, or for an extra disinfectant effect you could also add a few drops of the powerful anti-fungal and anti-bacterial plant extract Tea Tree Oil.
Environmentally Friendly Dishwashing Liquid
We pour galleons and galleons of dishwashing liquid down the sink every day, and this can contain a number of unpleasant chemicals that can damage the environment, so it is a good idea to look out for one of the environmentally friendly dishwashing detergents that are available now from most supermarkets and grocery stores, and these are affordable, effective and much better for the environment.