{"id":639,"date":"2020-04-12T18:20:27","date_gmt":"2020-04-12T17:20:27","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/ecowonder.co.uk\/?p=639"},"modified":"2022-10-05T13:19:57","modified_gmt":"2022-10-05T12:19:57","slug":"eco-friendly-cleaning-tips-and-hacks-at-this-challenging-time","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ecowonder.co.uk\/eco-friendly-cleaning-tips-and-hacks-at-this-challenging-time\/","title":{"rendered":"Eco-Friendly Cleaning Tips and Hacks at this Challenging Time"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The War Against Germs<\/strong><\/h2>\n

From ancient mixtures of boiled goat fats and ashes to modern\u00a0artisanal\u00a0soaps with calendula and coffee grinds, humans have been inventing clever ways of cleaning ourselves since the very beginning. Cleaning is very important as germs do not have anywhere to live once dirt has been removed. It is widely known regular cleaning can help to prevent the spreading of contagious infections. With the current outbreak of COVID-19<\/a><\/strong>, it becomes increasingly important now to keep ourselves and our home as clean as possible. But before you spray your countertops with bleach or lather up with commercial chemical cleaning products, make sure you\u2019re aware of what\u2019s in each of the formula. Many of the ingredients used in regular household cleaning products can cause more harm than good. \u00a0For example, while effective at blasting away surface germs, bacteria, and mould, chlorine bleach is gaseous at room temperature and can severely impact skin, eyes, and upper respiratory systems.\u00a0Triclosan, found in numerous antibacterial cleaning products and hand sanitizers, has been linked to reproductive issues and skin inflammation, as well as weakening of the immune system.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div> <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>

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Luckily, there are alternative ways to keep things fresh and sanitary.\u00a0Non-toxic homemade cleaning products are not only better for us; they can also help save us money\u00a0and\u00a0protect the environment. Making your own products cuts down on packaging waste and reduces the release of household chemicals that can contribute to air and water pollution. And you may not be aware that the majority of the most powerful cleaning products may well already be on your pantry shelves.<\/p>\n

Most Common Non-toxic Natural Cleaning Products<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Vinegar:<\/strong> An incredible multi-purpose product that can be used all over the home to get rid of stains, grease, dirt, odours, mould and mildew. It may have a slightly off-putting smell, but this quickly dissipates, or can be counteracted by delicious smelling essential oils.<\/p>\n

Baking Soda:<\/strong> Baking soda has been used for over a century with proven virus-killing abilities that also\u00a0effectively cleans, deodorizes, brightens, and cuts through grease and grime.<\/p>\n

Lemon Juice:<\/strong> As a very strong acid, natural lemon juice can annihilate mould and mildew, remove grease and keep your surface shine.<\/p>\n

Olive Oil:<\/strong> As a good-for-you cooking oil, olive oil is also great at loosening up stains, grease and grime on all sorts of surfaces.<\/p>\n

Essential Oils:<\/strong> Naturally anti-bacterial, essential oils not only help to sanitise your house, but make great scent additions to homemade cleaning products. Some of the best to go for are lavender, green tea and lemon.<\/p>\n

Salt:<\/strong> Salt is a super versatile mineral that has a nifty way of scouring off dirt.\u00a0When combined together, salt can also boost the cleaning effects of other ingredients, such as vinegar or bicarbonate soda.<\/p>\n

Castile Soap:<\/strong> Castile soap is made from 100% plant oils\u00a0and can be used as an all-purpose cleaner around your home, from laundry detergent, to dish soap, hand soap, floor cleaner and even shampoo.<\/p>\n

DIY Eco-friendly Cleaning<\/strong>\u00a0Recipes<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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