Posts Tagged ‘green cleaning’
Top Ways to Organize Your Kids’ Toys
Anyone who has raised kids know how easy it is for toys to take over a house. Anyone who has ever stepped on a wayward Lego will tell you how important it is to make sure that never, ever happens again. Organizing toys can be a challenge, which is why we wanted to talk about…
Read MoreHow to Clean Windows and Mirrors Without Leaving Streaks
If you’re among the people who gets frustrated over the fact that commercial glass cleaners often leave streaks on windows and mirrors, you’re not alone. If you do a Google search as to the reason this happens, there are tons of people who have chimed in with their opinions. Some think it’s due to the…
Read MoreCleaning Whites Without the Use of Harmful Chemicals
In the past, it was common to hear of cleaning whites with bleach. Whether it was shoes and clothes or sinks, pots and other household items, cleaning whites often included the use of bleach. In today’s day and age, as the level of knowledge increases regarding harsh chemicals and the effects of their use, alternative…
Read MoreHarmful Chemicals in Traditional Household Cleaners
When we think of household cleaners, we think of the liquids or other types of solutions as things that make the indoor space of our homes clean and safe for living, rather than thinking of them as harmful. The truth is, however, that many cleaners used to sanitize and wash surfaces in our homes are…
Read MoreHow to Clean Rust in Your Shower
Rust stains are a common problem in Southwest Florida. It really does not matter how clean your shower is; if there are rust stains, it always looks dirty (Darn it!) We understand! Typically, this is caused by water with high iron content is usually to blame for those unsightly orange streaks, but corrosion around fixtures…
Read MoreGreen Summer Cleaning Tips – Use what you have!
Go green this summer with these Green Summer cleaning tips! Summer mean more cleaning than usual because the kids are off school or if you’re also off for the summer, you may be cleaning more than usual! Here are some easy tips to clean green with what you have! Use those cut-up lemons to…
Read MoreCleaning Without Harsh Chemicals
There are many ways to make simple changes and practice safe cleaning practices. Typical household cleaners contain many harsh ingredients that may work in killing germs and removing stains, but also can be detrimental to the health of those in the home. Harsh chemicals in cleaning agents can cause skin irritations, such as eczema. These…
Read MoreAdopting Environmentally Friendly Cleaning Practices
With an increased level of awareness when it comes to toxic chemicals and other harmful ingredients in products, you may be questioning the use of harsh chemical cleaners in your home or office, especially when reading warning labels on packaging. Here are some best practices for guidance in greening your cleaning processes: Purchase “green” cleaners,…
Read MoreEasy Ways to Go Green
With a growing number of people increasing their awareness regarding the health of their environment and asking questions about how each of us can make changes to contribute and go green, here are a few things you can start with to make your transition to a more eco-friendly lifestyle (if you haven’t already): Switch to…
Read MoreImplementing Environmentally Friendly Cleaning Practices at Work
Implementing a cleaning for good health program results in improved indoor air quality and will significantly reduce the health and environmental impacts of the cleaning chemicals you use to maintain your facility. The following steps provide a guide in making the transition successful: Create a committee to organize and implement Evaluate your current cleaning products…
Read MorePromoting Green Cleaning Programs in Schools
In a green cleaning program, the goal is to promote your vision for a clean and healthy campus across the school community, so that all administrators, teachers, staff, students and visitors to the school take personal responsibility for their role in the initiative. Every school has a system of checks and balances – a team…
Read MoreGreening Your Cleaning Processes
With an increased level of awareness when it comes to toxic chemicals and other harmful ingredients in products, you may be questioning the use of harsh chemical cleaners in your home or office, especially when reading warning labels on packaging. Here are some best practices for guidance in greening your cleaning processes: Purchase “green” cleaners,…
Read MoreHarmful Chemicals Found in Cleaning Products
We buy cleaning products to fight germs, streaks, stains and odors to keep our homes clean. Cleaning is supposed to be about maintaining a healthy home, yet some common household cleaning products contain chemicals that can harm human health, our pet’s health and the environment. You have probably become familiar with hazard symbols that appear…
Read MoreReasons You Should Start Green Cleaning
Maybe you have thought about green cleaning, but you don’t know where to start. Maybe you just aren’t sure of the cost or if it is truly better than conventional cleaning. Here are a few reasons why you should make the change to green cleaning today, taking steps toward protecting your health, the health of…
Read MoreWhat Does the Term Green Cleaning Really Mean?
Green cleaning has a lot of definitions, but the primary focus of green cleaning is to use cleaning solutions and methods that keep us and our environment healthy. Green cleaning can fall under the category of using green cleaning products or cleaning your home and/or office in a way that reduces waste (or both). For…
Read MoreQualities to Look for in a Green Cleaning Service
Having your home or office cleaned without the use of harsh chemicals removes harmful allergens from the space and creates a better overall air quality in your home or office. Many businesses are jumping on the “ecofriendly” or “green” bandwagon, and though it is extremely important to take note of the benefits to the environment…
Read MoreEco-friendly Tips for Your Office Space
Going green at the office is just as important as going green at home. There are some easy eco-friendly things to incorporate into your daily routine that will benefit the planet and your overall health. Adding plants to your office space not only brings some of nature indoors and looks good, but it also cleans…
Read MoreA Few Easy Ways to Go Eco-Friendly
With a growing number of people increasing their awareness regarding the health of their environment and asking questions about how each of us can make changes to contribute, here are a few things you can start with to make your transition to a more eco-friendly lifestyle (if you haven’t already): Switch to Off It is…
Read MoreWhy Green Cleaning is So Important for Schools
Every day, an estimated 60 million students and staff members spend time in schools across the United States, representing approximately 20 percent of our nation’s population. Alarmingly, many of them are being exposed to polluted indoor aid, including lead, asbestos, chemical fumes, pesticides, molds and other toxins on a daily basis at these schools. Introducing…
Read MoreGreen Cleaning Data and Tips
There are an overwhelming number of toxic chemicals in regular household cleaners. Just to offer some perspective, here is some data regarding household and institutional cleaners, such as those used to clean schools: A janitor uses an average of 23 gallons of chemicals each year; 25 percent of which are hazardous. The institutional cleaning industry…
Read MoreBenefits of Eco-Friendly Cleaning Products
Cleaning products are everywhere in our homes. They are on dishes, countertops, furniture, clothing, floors, carpet, windows and floating through the air in our homes. Most cleaning products on the market are made with petroleum and other harsh chemicals, which can be toxic to you, your family and pets. As the health and environmental impacts…
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