greenliving

Spring is when you feel like whistling even with a shoe full of slush.
–Doug Larson

If like me, you welcome spring with a good clean scrub, then you are probably getting ready to dig out your bucket, gloves and cleaning equipment. But before you do, take a moment to think of the chemicals you’ll be using- toxic to the environment, the body and the home itself. And how about your kids who crawl on the newly cleaned carpet or pets who drink from your freshly scrubbed toilet bowl? Are they breathing and ingesting these harmful products?

Most regular household products are non-biodegradable and may contain toxic chemicals including bleach and ammonia. Not only do we harm the environment by using these products, but we do no good to our own bodies either.

Transitioning to greener products is very easy as nowadays most supermarkets and stores carry natural based, biodegradable cleaners. You can also try the following:

-Make your own products at home. Visit www.busymadeeasy.com for some excellent home-made cleaning recipes.

-Buy natural non toxic products.

-Recycle your toxic products and product containers where appropriate.

-Read all labels before you make any purchases.

-Invest in a green cleaning company.

-Use flowers, beeswax candles and other natural aromas to freshen your home.

-Keep your windows open for at least a few minutes each day to air out your home.

-A good wash of all your linen and sofa/cushion covers will also add to a clean, fresh feel.

Simple yet effective remedies to welcome spring into your home!

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