“It is our collective and individual responsibility … to preserve and tend to the world in which we all live.” —Dalai Lama
https://www.cmmonline.com/articles/sustainable-green-cleaning
For a few years now, we are on a quest to make our planet cleaner and safer. I am sure that most of you have stopped using plastic bags when you go shopping, you don’t drop candy wrappers or any other plastic waste on the ground, but you put them in waste bins to keep the surroundings clean. You may think that you are saving the Earth, right? What if I were to tell you that you disregard the amount of damage you cause to the environment in your own home? What if the cleaning supplies that you use to clean your floors, and windows, are fully loaded with dangerous chemicals that could be harmful to the environment, and even to you and your family? Sounds scary, right?
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Now that you have gained this knowledge, I am pretty sure you are considering changing your cleaning products. Here are a few reasons for making the switch to safer green cleaning in your homes.
- Makes your home safer
When you pick up any cleaning bottle or container, what do you see written in big bold letters? Warning! Dangerous! Keep out of reach of children! Some cleaning supplies contain Chlorine and Ammonia which can combine to form Chloramine gas. In small amounts, these can cause rashes and irritations, but large amounts can induce coma or even cause death. Now, you may think that you are not dumb enough to ingest your cleaning supplies. What about your children or even your pets? Their small bodies may not be strong enough to handle even small doses of these chemicals. What if they accidentally ingest a cleaning product they see on the floor? Even after you make the switch, it is recommended that these products also be stored where your child cannot reach them, but even if they do, the risk factor is greatly reduced.
- Cleaner Air in your House
Most of us use what seem to be innocent aerosols and spray cleaners almost 3 times a week in our homes. Offices use them almost every day. What if I were to tell you that the air outside your homes and offices is way cleaner than inside? These spray cleaners are one of the main causes of asthma in children and adults. What’s more, these aerosols and sprays contain Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs), which can cause problems in the liver, kidney, and central nervous system. Asthma and many other problems can be reduced if we start using green cleaning supplies.
- Cleaner Water Supply
We wash clothes, dishes, and even our toilet bowls with chemical-filled cleaning supplies and we drain all the wastewater into the sewage. After that, we don’t care about where all that wastewater ends up. These sewage streams often end up in nearby rivers or lakes. These chemicals can seriously affect the aquatic life present in these water bodies. Sometimes, this water finds its way back into our homes and can be toxic to our health. Considering the risk factor, it is safer to use natural cleaning products.
https://www.nrdc.org/stories/water-pollution-everything-you-need-know
- Safer Environment
Almost all green cleaning products are safe for you and your environment. We already read that the chemicals in the more traditional cleaning products can be dangerous to us and other animal life. It can even reduce the quality of the soil, thereby endangering plant life. Using products made from natural substances won’t affect the environment in any way, making them safe for all kinds of organisms.
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- Saves Money
Since green cleaning supplies are often made from natural substances, they are cheaper and more readily available in the market. Another advantage of using these supplies is that one product is often enough to clean multiple kinds of surfaces. Conventional cleaning products contain strong chemicals that can corrode wooden furniture and other surfaces you clean. You can rest assured knowing that natural cleaners won’t damage your furniture or any other household items.
- Easier Cleaning
As we read earlier, we can use a single green cleaning product to clean multiple household items. So you don’t have to worry about using the wrong kind of cleaning product on the wrong surface. What’s more, you can even use your everyday, household items as green cleaners.
https://www.thegoodtrade.com/features/natural-eco-friendly-cleaning-products-for-the-conscious-home
- Giving back to your Community
By using natural products, we are ensuring a safer environment for everyone around us. Moreover, the organizations that manufacture these green cleaning supplies give a part of their earnings to charities and other organizations. So, in a way, you are giving back to your community.
- Know What’s in your Products
Most conventional cleaning supplies will not list all the ingredients present in their products. Even though it is not necessary, all green product manufacturers clearly state what they use to make the product. This in turn is more appealing to the customers, and they will not hesitate to buy these products.
https://www.housebeautiful.com/lifestyle/cleaning-tips/tips/a1492/dangerous-household-items/
- Become a Role Model
Most people don’t know the benefits of these green products. When our neighbors or guests come over, they may wonder what it is that we are doing differently. In this case, nosey neighbors are not so bad. We can help spread the word about these natural cleaning products, and before we know it, almost everyone in the neighborhood and even people from other places will start the green cleaning revolution.
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- DIY products
Even if we can’t buy a natural cleaning product, we need not worry. Almost everything we have at home is more than enough to create our own cleaning potions. Vinegar can be used to clean mold and mildew without causing any adverse effects on the surface. If we need a room freshener, we can use natural essential oils, or even heat coffee grounds in our microwaves. This can induce a pleasant smell in our homes and can make guests feel welcome without going into fits of coughing or sneezing.
https://livesimply.me/how-to-make-homemade-all-purpose-surface-cleaner/
Now that you have a lot of good reasons as to how much better green cleaning products are, don’t be shy. Make the switch. The results are sure to surprise you.
“You cannot get through a single day without having an impact on the world around you. What you do makes a difference and you have to decide what kind of a difference you want to make.”
-Jane Goodall
-Sharon Ajith -10/05/2021
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