How to keep your house clean in an environmentally friendly way

GREENandSAVE employee

Published on November 08, 2019

There are many ways to keep your home clean and shiny without taking harmful toxins with you. Read on and discover our best tips to keep your home clean and green.

Use green detergents

More and more people have begun to think about the negative effects on the environment and the health of traditional cleaning products. As a result, many green cleaning product lines have been sold in the traditional market. Many are made from renewable and non-toxic components and are stored in biodegradable containers. Visit your local supermarket and you have many options. Alternatively, homemade cleaning solutions such as sodium bicarbonate and white vinegar may be equally effective. In fact, baking soda not only eliminates the odors of washing machines and refrigerators, but also acts on carpets. Sprinkle on the offensive rug, let it work for half an hour, and then use the vacuum cleaner to clean it.

Improve air quality

With the increase of toxic substances and household materials and the improvement of insulation efficiency, the air in many homes can be more toxic than the air on the street. Although saving energy for the environment (and your wallet) is important, it is important to circulate fresh household air daily. This is especially important when cleaning. There are other ways to clean the air in the house. Avoid chemical-filled air fresheners and opt for cooked cloves or cinnamon. The plants inside are also an excellent way to improve indoor air quality.

Rent a green cleaning company

If you have problems finding the time to clean the house, consider a cleaning company. Many cleaning products have adopted ecological products and methods and most will take over on request. There are many cleaning products and household cleaners to rent to -based Putney . Do not be afraid to get an offer in advance and request a cleaning test before contacting a regular service.

Dispose of toxic detergents safely.

When you buy new environmentally friendly cleaning products, do not dispose of old ones in the bin or in the sewer. This could cause chemicals to enter water bodies. If the products contain too many chemicals to be used in your household, they are also very harmful to water and landfills. Most recycling centers recover their toxic chemicals and dispose of them so that the planet is not damaged.

Leave the toxins on the door

When you come home after a long day, take a second to think about what may have accumulated in your shoes. Particles, oils, animal fecal matter and antifreeze are powerful toxins that you do not want to take home. They are especially harmful to children and animals who spend a lot of time on the ground. Say goodbye to a security policy in your home to keep nature in place. In addition to health and hygiene benefits, banning shoes at home also means less dirt for cleaning, saving valuable time and effort.

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