Wednesday, July 9, 2014

Clean Up While You Green Up

(Image courtesy of Dan Brady)

Do you know what happens to the chemicals in your common household cleaners when you've rinsed them down the drain? Often times they end up in our water and soil effecting the environment around us. Who would've thought cleaning would leave such a mess!

You don't have to worry about threatening the earth in order to keep your home and clothes clean and smelling fresh with this one simple idea: instead of opting for store bought, chemical-laden cleaners, simply make your own at home. This article from apartmenttherapy.com has all the tips you need to get started!

  1. Get all the ease of laundry pods with these DIY laundry bombs that include vinegar, epsom salts, and essential oils. From Savvy Sugar.
  2. I haven't used dryer sheets in years, but I'm tempted to try this smart, inexpensive option from Radical Possibility.
  3. If you're going to make your own spot remover, you may as well try a recipe created by the mom of a preschooler. From The Prairie Homestead.
  4. Make your sheets smell especially nice with this floral-scented linen spray fromStyle Me Pretty.
  5. Bleach is terrible for the environment; give it up and keep your whites white with this homemade solution instead. From Nourishing Joy.

Do you have a favorite DIY cleaning idea that we've missed? Leave us a comment and share it with us!

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