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Step 1
Something that everyone has in their homes is a shower liner. I used to buy cheap vinyl liners which I would trash when they got moldy. Once my family starting living more eco-friendly, I replaced my vinyl liner with a fabric one. It is made of water and mold proof polyester, is machine washable, and will last for years.
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Step 2
This is especially for anyone who has a water hogging toilet. I got this tip from a friend. Rinse a plastic milk jug out, fill it with water and place in your toilet tank. You will use a gallon less of water every time your toilet gets flushed since the milk jug displaces a gallon of water.
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Step 3
Throw away your harsh bleaches and detergents. You can clean everything in your home with vinegar, hydrogen peroxide, and baking soda. This will also save you a ton of money on expensive specialty cleaners. I bought two huge re-usable spray bottles and filled one with vinegar and the other with hydrogen peroxide. This also cuts back on the amount of plastic being wasted.
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Step 4
Im aware this is outside of your physical home but I have to list it....car pool! Not only will you be decreasing auto emissions, you can get paid for it too. You heard me! Go to www.gortrip.com to learn how.
Comments
imsummertoo said
on 2/11/2009 Show your green pride! :) This is a really helpful article. I don't know if I can handle the vinegar smell but I'll try it. Thanks!
javanx3d said
on 2/10/2009 Nice article!
AllentheRD said
on 1/10/2009 Good advice on being more environmentally friendly!
Delaplane said
on 1/8/2009 Great ideas. Thanks!
vlmccauley said
on 12/12/2008 This was great. I never thought of the first tip (I know!!). But girl...vinger...forget being green...is the BEST cleaner around! Oh... and it is green.. YEAH!