Greener Cleaning for the Holidays

Part of planning for the holidays involves getting our homes into shape so that we can have guests over and put up holiday decorations. The cleaners we use are not good for us or the environment, so if you are looking to green your clean this holiday season, and save some cash, follow these tips. You don’t get much cheaper than vinegar and baking soda!

Many think that the more a product costs, or the more it smells like bleach, the better it is, but this isn’t true. Green cleaning supplies can work just as well as regular cleaners without the price tag or the toxic fumes.

Baking soda isn’t just an ingredient you use in recipes; it is also a green cleaner. Use it and a bit of water to clean and rinse the tub or shower. Baking soda has great abrasive qualities that will have your tub sparkling.

Vinegar is the green cleaner I use the most. Mix one part vinegar with one part water in a spray bottle. Use it to clean mirrors, windows and any glass surface as well as countertops. Read more about the uses in this vinegar article.

To unclog a drain, throw a cup of baking soda down the drain and follow it up by slowly pouring vinegar. Leave the mixture for about 15 minutes and let the chemical reaction do its work then flush the drain with hot water. This can be done every week to keep your drains clean and clear.

How many times have you picked up a cleaning product with lemon in it? This isn’t by chance as lemon is a great green cleaner. Clean grout and shower doors by rubbing half a lemon on them.

These items will significantly cut down on the amount you spend on cleaning products and will keep your air cleaner and fresher. Don’t forget, instead of using regular air freshners after you’ve cleaned, to use eco friendly air freshners instead.

How do you green your clean?