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Want to create a safer and cleaner environment in your home?

Spring clean your home with safe and healthy products! This spring, don’t just clean up, clean up your cleaning products! Most household cleaning products do more than “clean”, they leave behind harmful toxins that effect our bodies in ways we can’t even imagine. Clean up your home naturally this spring by opting to use only healthy products for your house, and protect yourself, and the ones you love.You can make your own with some simple solutions below, or if that feels like to much work, there are so many healthier options on the market today. Brands like Method & Caldrea are great choices. I am also a huge fan of the powdered Bon Ami you can find at Walgreens.woman with cleaning productsGreat info on deciphering what is healthy, and what is not! http://theecofriendlyfamily.com/2012/07/5-tips-for-choosing-safe-cleaning-products/Here’s to healthy spring cleaning!All Purpose Surface Cleaner:Mix together equal parts white vinegar and salt. Scrub surfaces with a natural cleaning cloth.Disinfectant:Mix 1/2 cup of borax powder with 1 gallon of hot water. Add a few drops of fragrant essential oils such a thyme, rosemary, or lavender. Store in a labeled spray bottle.Furniture Polish:Mix 1 cup lemon juice with 1 tbsp olive oil and 1 tbsp water; lightly apply to furniture using a soft cloth. Let sit for a couple of minutes, then buff.No-Streak Glass Cleaner:Combine 1/4 cup undiluted white vinegar, 1 tbsp cornstarch, and 1 quart warm water. Divide into spray bottles. For a lint-free shine, wipe dry with a sheet of crumpled newspaper or a coffee filter.Wood Buffer:Buff out scratches by rubbing them with the meat of a walnut.More info on making healthy products: http://eartheasy.com/live_nontoxic_solutions.htm