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How to Clean Green

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Summary: The toxins from typical home cleaning products are not only harmful to the planet, but to you and your family as well. Fortunately, there are ways to make your cleaning more eco-friendly and safe. Follow these easy steps to clean green.

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  1. Step 1

    Read the labels of cleaning products and look for specific, eco-friendly ingredients. Choose products with grain alcohol rather than toxic butyl cellosolve. Look for solvents with fruit or plant oils rather than petroleum (a non-renewable resource).

  2. Step 2

    Mix your own cleaning solutions. There are many "recipes" for homemade cleaning solvents that clean just as well, or better, than store-bought products. Mix 1 part white vinegar with water to clean windows, for example. Look online at sites such as EarthEasy.com for a list of non-toxic, household ingredients and instructions for use.

  3. Step 3

    Open your windows or use natural plant-oils or flowers instead of air fresheners, which use aerosol propellants. These have flammable and toxic ingredients as well as tiny particles that get clogged in the lungs. As well, they are often the cause of many allergies and asthma attacks.

  4. Step 4

    Save on paper waste and air pollutants by using a bagless vacuum with a filter. Clean the filter often to ensure effective use.

  5. Step 5

    Use chlorine-free bleach as a disinfectant. Chlorine is a very dangerous chemical, especially when it comes in contact with other solvents.

  6. Step 6

    Conserve water. Turn off the faucet when doing dishes. Wash clothes only when you have a full load and use cold water to save on energy use.

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on 4/23/2008 Great video. I walk awaay w/some very useful info. Great point about the Chlorine. Thanks.

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