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As we continue to spend more time indoors, spring cleaning beckons. But while cleaning your home may be good for the soul, it is not always good for the environment and for your health. Most conventional cleaning products are petroleum-based and have various health and environmental implications. According to the EPA, cleaning products “may contain chemicals associated with eye, skin, or respiratory irritation, or other human health issues.” From reducing single-use plastic consumption to ditching your air fresheners, there are multiple ways you can make cleaning more sustainable and less toxic. One of the easiest ways to go green all year long is to introduce the everyday use of environmentally friendly cleaning products.
As you get started, it is important to know which products to use. A lot of brands claim to be “natural,” but are not necessarily telling the truth since they aren’t required to list their ingredients on a product or even online. Most products that are truly better will be transparent about the ingredients and explicitly state them on the packaging or label. When in doubt, here are some reliable and sustainable cleaning products to make your transition to a greener home that much easier.
The Best Multi-Surface Cleaners
Ditch your Lysol cans for these eco-friendly alternatives that will get the job done and leave your home squeaky clean. From cult-favorite brand Dr. Bronner’s to small-owned brand Puracy, these cleaners pack a powerful punch.
For the Bathroom
Let’s face it, no one likes to clean the toilet bowl, but it has to get done (welcome to adulthood!). Switch out your old plastic toilet brush for a wooden and natural bristle brush like this one from Redecker.
For the Kitchen
Make cleaning dishes a little more enjoyable by using this natural dish soap from Common Good and an eco-friendly scrubbing brush from Public Goods.
For the Laundry Room
Get rid of your toxic laundry detergent and replace it with Seventh Generation’s detergent that helps monitor the dosage you put in each load, and is also free of any fragrances and dyes. Want to add a little scent to your clothes while you wash? Add in a few drops of Happy Place’s Essential Oils to any laundry load.
The Do-It Yourself Disinfectant Spray
When in doubt, get crafty and make your own disinfectant spray using products already in your kitchen cabinet! To get started, all you need is White Vinegar—which has some disinfectant properties—an essential oil of your choice, a funnel and a spray bottle.
