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"Green" Cleaning Products
Asked by B.F. from Minneapolis
on September 16, 2007
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Im trying to switch to safer cleaning products and Im wondering what people are using. I use a lot of vinegar and baking soda. Im really looking for a bleach alternati...
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- B., As a mom who uses only safe products in my home, I am so happy to hear a daycare Mom is trying to do the same! I used to use a lot of vinegar as well. I switche...
- I've switched to 7th generation, in addition to using vinegar and baking soda. We buy it at our local Target, and after comparing prices with Melaluca, I believe I am...
- Tea Tree Oil, just like what is used in Melaleuca products, is a disinfectant. You can pick up a bottle at the natural food section for about $20 but you only use it ...
Green Cleaning
Asked by H.B. from Denver
on March 16, 2010
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After reading a few books, I decided I used way to many chemicals in cleaning. This past year I've switched to using baking soda, vinegar and water for most things, tw...
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- Going green is harder than it looks for the very reasons you are discovering. For your toilet you can use the same things you use for the rest of your house just do it...
- I use Seventh Generation dishwasher detergent with vinegar as my rinse aid and have absolutely no debris on glasses or other dishes. For toilet bowl cleaners, you c...
- Hi, H.! It's great that you want to create a healthier & safer home for you and your family!! I've been shopping with an awesome store that has been green for ne...
Cleaning Toys...
Asked by M.N. from Chicago
on December 14, 2007
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What is the best cleaner fr the gyms and toys in the play room? Im scared of our little one ingesting harmful cleaners. Any help would be greatly apreciated....
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- M., I have just recently become a representative to a cosmetic and skin care company that sells only natural and organic products. They do sell a household cleaner. ...
- I think anything that touches a child's mouth should be with a cleaner that is non-toxic. My favoite is one part vinegar and one part water. Vinegar is a mild disinfec...
- I purchased several spray bottles and this is mainly what I use for toys or general cleaning: 1. vinegar/water mix 2. dish soap/water mix 3. simple green/water I...
What Cleaners to Buy?
Asked by T.S. from Los Angeles
on February 23, 2008
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I was told that all of my cleaning products were toxic &I needed to purchase Non-Toxic cleaners for my home, as I am 5 months pregnant. Does anyone know exactly what I...
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- I also use melaleuca. They are awesome products and you can get starter packs for a great price without having to do all the searching!!! It all comes to your door whe...
- I like Melaleuca products - all natural with no toxins - but any of the natural products like Mrs. Meyers or other cleaners from Whole Foods are a better choice than c...
- I agree with the Ecosense line. Here is their website www.saferforyourhome.com It's like having a Costco or Sam's club membership so that you can buy safer produc...
Seeking Natural Cleaning Suppiles
Asked by J.U. from Boca Raton
on September 18, 2007
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Does anyone use any natural cleaning products in their home (such as hard wood floor cleaner, products to clean counters, etc). Due to potential chemicals I worry abou...
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- if you google: simple living and homemade cleaning supplies you will be amazed that you relaly can make most of it yourself w/ vinegar & other items :-) http://...
- I use Melaleuca products. All natural, envirnonmentally-safe, toxin-free. They have over 400 products for personal care, nutritionals, cleaning and skin care & cosme...
- Hi J., I use Ecover floor soap and their all purpose cleaning solution. I buy it at whole foods market. If you don't have a whole foods try any organinc food market i...
How Do I Clean My Bath Tub??
Asked by N.G. from Sacramento
on April 11, 2010
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Back in my "pre-kid" days I'd use bleach & scrub scrub scrub, now that my one year old son takes baths im afraid to use bleach because I'm worried that the bleach may ...
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- I recently discovered H2O at Home all natural cleaning products. They make a Clay Powder that is 100% Natural and biodegradable that can be used in the bathroom and k...
- Hi N., I think your question is a good one. I have always used Comet cleanser to clean out my toilets, sinks and bathtubs. I would make sure I rinsed the shower/tub o...
- Use bleach. It works and is not toxic. (They use it in our municipal water supply, for goodness sake!) If you would get into a pool with your child, then there is abso...
Cleaning with Vinegar and Tolerating the Smell
Asked by C.M. from Chicago
on February 22, 2008
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I'm trying to get away from using 409 in the kitchen and tilex in the shower b/c the chemicals really bother me. I've tried spraying vinegar but the smell lingers FOR...
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- Oh the smell..you can also use lemon juice in the shower, it reduces build up like vinegar. The product line METHOD at Target has a all purpose cleaner which is purpl...
- Vinegar is a great cleaner, but don't use it full strength. For example, for cleaning hardwood floors the ratio is 1/4 cup white vinegar for every half gallon of water...
- i thought i heard that lemon is a neutralizer for all kinds of odors. can u try that? or something with citrus in it???
Going Green/eating Organic - Need Advice
Asked by K.M. from Los Angeles
on May 21, 2008
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hello everyone!
i was just curious to see if anyone had any advice on how to start going green, specifically detoxing the home. i don't know where to start! i do us...
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- You can start by getting some white vinegar and some baking soda. Those two things will go a long way for cleaning! The baking soda is great for scrubbing, and the vin...
- Hi K.: That is really great that you are making efforts to 'go green and eat organic.' I would say that yes, it really is worth the trouble! These days, there are a l...
- You might want to check into Melaleuca products. The cleaners are all tea tree oil based. You can check up on the products on Melaleuca.com. It is supposed to be great...
Looking for "Green" Housecleaning Products
Asked by S.F. from Dayton
on February 5, 2008
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I have decided that I would like to stop using chemically based housecleaning products. I know there are several brands of "green" housecleaning products on the marke...
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- I know you said you wanted to try ready made products first, but I really have found that vinegar and water can clean anything. I put a few drops of lavender oil in t...
- Congratulations on your decision to make responsible choices for your family's health and the health of our planet. You are right to question the green cleaners out t...
- Please let me know what you find. Thanks, G.
Allergies in Your Home
Asked by M.F. from Louisville
on January 27, 2010
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Do you feel like your home is making you sick? My allergies seem to get worse when I am cleaning does anyone else have this problem?
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- I love my non-toxic cleaners! They work better than what's out there and I'm no longer sick when I clean. No more strong tile cleaner or toilet bowl cleaner. I don'...
- I don't feel this way but I can imagine some would. I don't use many spray cleaners and when I do, I try not to breathe them in. The only sprays I use is maybe Winde...
- I agree with what was said about Melaluca products they are above and beyond and they are really great for people with allergies or asthma the best thing is you dont h...
