Tuesday, March 3, 2009

*Green* Non-Toxic cleaners

*Stock up on a few safe, simple ingredients that can be used in most cleaning situations. Soap, water, baking soda, vinegar, lemon juice, borax, and a coarse scrubbing sponge can take care of most household cleaning needs.

*Instead of using a standard drain cleaner, which likely contains lye, hydrochloric acid, and sulfuric acid, try pouring a quarter cup of baking soda down the clogged drain, followed by a half cup of vinegar. Close the drain tightly until fizzing stops, then flush with boiling water.

*For an effective glass cleaner, use a mixture of half white vinegar and half water.

*Baking soda and cornstarch are both good carpet deodorizers.

*To clean up mildew and mold, use a mixture of lemon juice or white vinegar and salt.

*A paste of baking soda, salt, and hot water makes a great oven cleaner.


If your kids or animals eat these its ok but not recommended.

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