You can make your own DIY natural drain cleaner using ingredients you probably already have in your pantry! You just need vinegar, baking soda, hot water, and optional citrus fruit peels. Drain Cleaners are Super Toxic! Drain cleaners are one of the most toxic chemicals sold in stores. In fact, they are on the Environmental […]
Non-Toxic Cleaning
Tips for Green Carpet Cleaning and Maintenance
Keeping your carpet clean and fresh doesn’t have to be toxic – here are some green, natural and safe recipes and ways to keep your floors clean and allergen-free.In our very first house we had mostly hardwoods, which I both loved and disliked. I loved it because cleaning up spills and potty training is WAY […]
My Favorite Homemade Green Household Cleaners
Making your own green cleaning supplies is surprisingly easy, cheap and totally non-toxic! Here are my favorite cleaners with free printable labels so you can save the trouble of looking up the recipe again! Back in March, I posted about the green household cleaners I’ve been making and using around the house, complete with a […]
Hydrogen Peroxide – A Natural Bleach Alternative and Disinfectant
Did you know that Hydrogen Peroxide is an amazing natural alternative to chlorine bleach? It also works well as a natural disinfectant in home cleaning and even for use in a mouthwash and toothpaste. It is and in this article, you’ll learn how to use in it your natural laundry, cleaning and oral care routines […]
How to Start Making Your Own Non-Toxic Cleaning Supplies at Home
Making your own cleaning supplies at home is really very easy and there are so many benefits – it saves a ton of money and if you use the non-toxic ingredients I suggest, will also benefit the environment, save your health and make your home much safer, especially for children and pets. I was inspired […]
DIY Household Cleaning Products – 100% Green {Some Recipes – Part 2)
A two-part series on how to go green with your household cleaning products. Not only can you create safe, non-toxic cleaners in just minutes, they are also super cheap! (If you’re just getting to this page for the first time, first check out the Getting Started page before reading this for some very helpful info!) […]
The Magic and Reality of Dr. Bronner’s Castile Soap
On my mission to make my house green and non toxic, I came across chatter on the web about the wonders of Castile Soap, specifically, Dr. Bronner’s Castile Soap. I was intrigued because my mom says my grandmother used to use Castile Soap to wash her delicate clothes back in the 50’s and 60’s, and it […]