Green Cleaning

Don't replace the dirt in your household with something more harmful.

Cleaning products can include a number of unhealthy chemicals that degrade your indoor air quality by "off-gassing" toxic fumes that can irritate eyes and lungs. Many cleaners also contain unnecessary antibacterial compounds, which may lead to antibiotic resistance. And yet, several commercially available cleaners leave out the crazy chemicals — and still work! Better still, you can easily make your own nontoxic cleaning solutions to handle day-to-day chores.

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Easy Nontoxic Cleaning
Cleaning with items from your kitchen makes it safe and cheap.

Green Cleaners — Tested
The 5 best out of 23 tested.

Go Au Naturel in the Bathroom
Skip the chemicals. Mother Nature has everything you need!

Clean Household Air
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Hidden Chemicals in Your Home
Here's what you need to know.

Rid Your Home of Bugs & Rodents
Keep creepy crawlers at bay — naturally!

10 Weird Uses for Vodka
Good for cocktails and even better for reducing chemical exposure.

Surprising Reuses for Household Items
Creative uses for shower caps, soy packets and more.

What to Do with Wood Flooring
Clean your floors without destroying them.

Cleaning with Lemons
Tackle everyday grime with lemon juice.

The Best Eco-Friendly Brands
Get green without sacrificing clean.

Green Up Your Cleanup
4 simple tips and more from author Deirdre Imus.

Green Your Laundry Room
Less harm, less hassle, more savings.

The Secret Ingredient
This natural disinfectant can be a handy helper for health and home.