Cleaning

Liquid laundry detergent is about 80% water and water is a very valuable yet non renewable resource. Unnecessary transportation of water also wastes a lot energy.

Baking Soda (Sodium Bicarbonate):
A chemical salt that is a bicarbonate of soda, baking soda can be utilized in a numerous ways around the house. It can be used as a natural deodorizer and a gentle scrub; it helps to remove acidic stains, polish shiny surfaces, and helps to soften hard water. Adding baking soda when doing laundry stabilizes the pH level of the water, thus enhancing the effectiveness of the detergent.

Distilled White Vinegar:

To clean your carpet using only natural ingredients, sprinkle some baking soda over the dry carpet, waiting at least half an hour or over night, and then vacuum.

To get your house clean the green way, you can try using our list of eco-friendly cleaners that are not only safe for the environment, but are also inexpensive (a majority of them are already in your kitchen cupboard). To add fragrance to these cleaners, try adding a few drops of essential oils to the mix. Make sure to add an emulsifier (such as cornstarch or vinegar) to ensure the oil blends in well with the other ingredients.

Floors
Use white vinegar to clean your floors, since white vinegar is an all-purpose cleaner, deodorizer and disinfectant.