Homeowners know that it takes a lot to keep a house clean. But are the cleaning supplies for day-to-day chores safe to use around your family? Most household cleaners are made up of toxic chemicals. However, more environmentally-friendly products have made their way into the market and include little or no dangerous substances. If you’re thinking of more eco-friendly ways to keep the house clean, here are a few ideas. 
The Right Eco-Friendly Cleaning Product
If you want to buy green cleaning supplies, read the fine print. Many products are labeled as so-called ‘green cleaners,’ but they may have toxic chemicals in the ingredients. If you’re thinking of hiring a cleaner, many professional, insured cleaning companies are happy to use eco-friendly cleaning supplies at the homeowner’s request. Next time you go to the grocery store, see which natural cleaning supplies work best for your home.
Ways to Stay Green As You Clean Around the House
You don’t have to spend a lot of money to be environmentally sound. Here are a few easy things you can do to save money and be less wasteful.
Reuse It You don’t have to go through a lot of paper towels to make the kitchen look spotless. Dish towels clean surfaces just as well, and can be washed and used for later. Plus you don’t have to blow your budget on paper cleaning products.
Look Around The House for Eco-Friendly Cleaning Odds are you have the following safe, biodegradable supplies right in your very own kitchen:
Baking Soda: Use this to remove stains, freshen up carpeting, clean sink drains and eliminate bad smells.
Distilled Vinegar: A diluted solution of vinegar and water is a great disinfectant, especially on countertops and floors.
Lemon Essential Oils: Adding a few drops to a spray-can of water, essential oils can sanitize countertops, remove stains, clean windows and even repel fleas and mites. Certain oils can be phototoxic or toxic to pets, so be sure to use in a safe area. Popular oils include eucalyptus, lavender and tea tree.
Have you used environmentally-friendly cleaning products? What do you think about them?
