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Thursday, March 04, 2010
Compare the contents of a cabinet full of conventional cleansers with the greener, healthier cabinet. One-quarter the price, half the volume, twice the peace of mind. You do the math.
Old Cabinet
All-purpose cleaner
Bleach
Carpet cleaner
Dishwasher detergent
Deodorizer
Disinfecting wipes
Drain cleaner
Floor mopping detergent
Floor wax
Furniture polish
Glass cleaner
Grout cleaner
Liquid dishwashing soap
Metal cleaner
Oven cleaner
Scouring cleanser
Silver polish
Soap scum remover
Stain stick/remover
Tile cleaner
Toilet cleaner
= $100+
Green Cabinet
All-purpose non-toxic cleaner
Baking soda
Borax
Castile soap
Dishwashing detergent (non-toxic)
Distilled white vinegar
Essential oils
Hydrogen peroxide
Liquid dishwashing soap (natural)
Vegetable oil-based mopping liquid
= $25
Excerpted from Healthy Child Healthy World: Creating a Cleaner, Greener, Safer Home. Reprinted by arrangement with Plume, a member of Penguin Group (USA) Inc. Copyright (c) 2009 by Healthy Child Healthy World.
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Posted by choctawchica on 03/05/2010 at 02:04 AM
How do I know what green products to use for different cleaning chores? I know I could look them up all individually but if there is one go-to place where I could find this out it would be very helpful. Thanks!