Non-Toxic Cleaners

 
ISSUE:
CONVENTIONAL CLEANERS CONTAIN HARMFUL CHEMICALS. Harmful chemicals found in cleaning supplies can negatively affect indoor air quality, which can negatively affect health. Chronic exposure to cleaning products plays a role in increased cancer rates. The production, use, and disposal of these chemicals are detrimental to the environment.

 

PRODUCTS:

ENVIRONMENTALLY-FRIENDLY CLEANERS. The Green Seal standard for industrial and institutional cleaners (GS-37) has certified more than 5 dozen cleaners based on factors such as toxic compounds, carcinogens, skin sensitization, and animal testing. Look for cleaners that contain non-petroleum based surfactants that are chlorine and phosphate free, labeled "nontoxic" and biodegradable. Two leading environmentally sound brands are Seventh Generation and Simple Green. These are designed to clean as effectively as their petrochemical counterparts, but won't pollute your home.

BRANDS:
Seventh Generation, GreenWorks, Ecover

EXPECTED RESULTS:

CLEANER HOME, AIR AND ENVIRONMENT By replacing traditional cleaning supplies with greener ones, you are reducing the chemical impact on human health and the environment. You can create a safer home and workplace, especially for children, and reduce the risk of negative health effects from prolonged exposure to indoor air pollution.

WHERE TO BUY:
Widely Available in stores
 

COST:
Comparable to regular cleaners on shelves.

INSTALLATION:
DIY