Guest guest Posted May 7, 2005 Report Share Posted May 7, 2005 Do truly non-toxic products exist that do a job as spectacular as the toxic ones? I’d love to have a team like this come once a month, but I don’t want to sacrifice my family’s health. I would ask them exactly what they used before I'd rehire them. I occasionally clean for people and I take my own Sun and Earth cleaner. Yes, there are very safe cleaners that do a wonderful job. Ordinary tub and tile cleaners often contain formaldehyde and I refuse to use them. Gloria Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 7, 2005 Report Share Posted May 7, 2005 herbal remedies , " Carole Eddington " <caroleeddington@a...> wrote: > I had a team of people clean my house yesterday. They use what >they call " environmentally preferable " cleaning products. But no, >my house smelled pretty toxic while they were cleaning, and I had to >open the doors and windows, because I was starting to have some >allergic reactions. The worst was the bathroom. My tub, tile, and >shower doors look absolutely sparkling new, but the left over fumes >in there are NOT healthy. > > My question: Do truly non-toxic products exist that do a job as >spectacular as the toxic ones? I'd love to have a team like this >come once a month, butI don't want to sacrifice my family's health. > Carole *********** One thing you might want to try, is to make your own cleaning products. Then you know what is in them. (its much cheaper than buying alot of commercial products too) You do not need to use toxic poisons to have a clean home. Its another part of our " brainwashing " by the Chemical Industry. They spend alot of $$$ advertising that its " Not White Unless Its Clorox White " , its " Not Fresh, Unless Its Pine-Sol Fresh " , its " Not Soft, Unless its Downey Soft " etc. They make alot of money selling these chemical concoctions, and they use alot of very toxic chemicals to make them with. Many of my hh cleaners are " homemade " , they are non-toxic, and they work. Many of the ingredients I use are edible, so there is no worry of poisoning children or pets either. They don't contribute to the pollution of the environment and water supplies, like most conventional products do. Jan (in Michigan) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 7, 2005 Report Share Posted May 7, 2005 Thank you, Gloria! Sun and Earth? I’ll look for it. Carole herbal remedies [herbal remedies ] On Behalf Of MorningGlory113 Saturday, May 07, 2005 8:48 AM herbal remedies Re: Herbal Remedies - Cleaning Products Do truly non-toxic products exist that do a job as spectacular as the toxic ones? I’d love to have a team like this come once a month, but I don’t want to sacrifice my family’s health. I would ask them exactly what they used before I'd rehire them. I occasionally clean for people and I take my own Sun and Earth cleaner. Yes, there are very safe cleaners that do a wonderful job. Ordinary tub and tile cleaners often contain formaldehyde and I refuse to use them. Gloria Federal Law requires that we warn you of the following: 1. Natural methods can sometimes backfire. 2. If you are pregnant, consult your physician before using any natural remedy. 3. The Constitution guarantees you the right to be your own physician and to prescribe for your own health. We are not medical doctors although MDs are welcome to post here as long as they behave themselves. Any opinions put forth by the list members are exactly that, and any person following the advice of anyone posting here does so at their own risk. It is up to you to educate yourself. By accepting advice or products from list members, you are agreeing to be fully responsible for your own health, and hold the List Owner and members free of any liability. Dr. Ian Shillington Doctor of Naturopathy Dr.IanShillington Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 7, 2005 Report Share Posted May 7, 2005 i would like to know about these homemade cleaning products that you use. i would like to try some myself. the recipe would be greatly appreciated. my email address is undrthbld if you would like to send it directly to me. thank you colleen zoomom9 <zoomom9 wrote: herbal remedies , "Carole Eddington" <caroleeddington@a...> wrote:> I had a team of people clean my house yesterday. They use what >they call "environmentally preferable" cleaning products. But no, >my house smelled pretty toxic while they were cleaning, and I had to >open the doors and windows, because I was starting to have some >allergic reactions. The worst was the bathroom. My tub, tile, and >shower doors look absolutely sparkling new, but the left over fumes >in there are NOT healthy. > > My question: Do truly non-toxic products exist that do a job as >spectacular as the toxic ones? I'd love to have a team like this >come once a month, butI don't want to sacrifice my family's health.> Carole***********One thing you might want to try, is to make your own cleaning products. Then you know what is in them. (its much cheaper than buying alot of commercial products too) You do not need to use toxic poisons to have a clean home.Its another part of our "brainwashing" by the Chemical Industry. They spend alot of $$$ advertising that its "Not White Unless Its Clorox White", its "Not Fresh, Unless Its Pine-Sol Fresh", its "Not Soft, Unless its Downey Soft" etc. They make alot of money selling these chemical concoctions, and they use alot of very toxic chemicals to make them with.Many of my hh cleaners are "homemade", they are non-toxic, and they work. Many of the ingredients I use are edible, so there is no worry of poisoning children or pets either. They don't contribute to the pollution of the environment and water supplies, like most conventional products do. Jan (in Michigan) Federal Law requires that we warn you of the following: 1. Natural methods can sometimes backfire. 2. If you are pregnant, consult your physician before using any natural remedy. 3. The Constitution guarantees you the right to be your own physician and toprescribe for your own health. We are not medical doctors although MDs are welcome to post here as long as they behave themselves. Any opinions put forth by the list members are exactly that, and any person following the advice of anyone posting here does so at their own risk. It is up to you to educate yourself. By accepting advice or products from list members, you are agreeing to be fully responsible for your own health, and hold the List Owner and members free of any liability. Dr. Ian ShillingtonDoctor of NaturopathyDr.IanShillington Mail Mobile Take Mail with you! Check email on your mobile phone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 8, 2005 Report Share Posted May 8, 2005 Hi Jan, Could you post some of the cleaners homemade recipes? thanks love Lisa - zoomom9 herbal remedies Saturday, May 07, 2005 11:41 AM Herbal Remedies - Re: Cleaning ProductsMany of my hh cleaners are "homemade", they are non-toxic, and they work. Many of the ingredients I use are edible, so there is no worry of poisoning children or pets either. They don't contribute to the pollution of the environment and water supplies, like most conventional products do. Jan (in Michigan) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 8, 2005 Report Share Posted May 8, 2005 Thank you, Gloria! Sun and Earth? I’ll look for it. I just buy it in the grocery store. Gloria Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 8, 2005 Report Share Posted May 8, 2005 Me, too! herbal remedies [herbal remedies ] On Behalf Of colleen merritt Saturday, May 07, 2005 2:04 PM herbal remedies Re: Herbal Remedies - Re: Cleaning Products i would like to know about these homemade cleaning products that you use. i would like to try some myself. the recipe would be greatly appreciated. my email address is undrthbld if you would like to send it directly to me. thank you colleen zoomom9 <zoomom9 wrote: herbal remedies , " Carole Eddington " <caroleeddington@a...> wrote: > I had a team of people clean my house yesterday. They use what >they call " environmentally preferable " cleaning products. But no, >my house smelled pretty toxic while they were cleaning, and I had to >open the doors and windows, because I was starting to have some >allergic reactions. The worst was the bathroom. My tub, tile, and >shower doors look absolutely sparkling new, but the left over fumes >in there are NOT healthy. > > My question: Do truly non-toxic products exist that do a job as >spectacular as the toxic ones? I'd love to have a team like this >come once a month, butI don't want to sacrifice my family's health. > Carole *********** One thing you might want to try, is to make your own cleaning products. Then you know what is in them. (its much cheaper than buying alot of commercial products too) You do not need to use toxic poisons to have a clean home. Its another part of our " brainwashing " by the Chemical Industry. They spend alot of $$$ advertising that its " Not White Unless Its Clorox White " , its " Not Fresh, Unless Its Pine-Sol Fresh " , its " Not Soft, Unless its Downey Soft " etc. They make alot of money selling these chemical concoctions, and they use alot of very toxic chemicals to make them with. Many of my hh cleaners are " homemade " , they are non-toxic, and they work. Many of the ingredients I use are edible, so there is no worry of poisoning children or pets either. They don't contribute to the pollution of the environment and water supplies, like most conventional products do. Jan (in Michigan) Federal Law requires that we warn you of the following: 1. Natural methods can sometimes backfire. 2. If you are pregnant, consult your physician before using any natural remedy. 3. The Constitution guarantees you the right to be your own physician and to prescribe for your own health. We are not medical doctors although MDs are welcome to post here as long as they behave themselves. Any opinions put forth by the list members are exactly that, and any person following the advice of anyone posting here does so at their own risk. It is up to you to educate yourself. By accepting advice or products from list members, you are agreeing to be fully responsible for your own health, and hold the List Owner and members free of any liability. Dr. Ian Shillington Doctor of Naturopathy Dr.IanShillington Mail Mobile Take Mail with you! Check email on your mobile phone. Federal Law requires that we warn you of the following: 1. Natural methods can sometimes backfire. 2. If you are pregnant, consult your physician before using any natural remedy. 3. The Constitution guarantees you the right to be your own physician and to prescribe for your own health. We are not medical doctors although MDs are welcome to post here as long as they behave themselves. Any opinions put forth by the list members are exactly that, and any person following the advice of anyone posting here does so at their own risk. It is up to you to educate yourself. By accepting advice or products from list members, you are agreeing to be fully responsible for your own health, and hold the List Owner and members free of any liability. Dr. Ian Shillington Doctor of Naturopathy Dr.IanShillington Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 10, 2005 Report Share Posted May 10, 2005 : My question: Do truly non-toxic products exist that do a job as spectacular : as the toxic ones? I'd love to have a team like this come once a month, but : I don't want to sacrifice my family's health. : : : : Carole www.melaluca.com www.hacres.com both have some natural cleaning products I personally haven't tried them yet Blessings Brandy : : : : : Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 12, 2005 Report Share Posted May 12, 2005 probalby not but the vinegar sounds great I use it to clean my mirrors and linoleum Jan Is it safe for ceramic tile? Blessings Brandy - " Walkin'ByFaith " <forgiven <herbal remedies > Tuesday, May 10, 2005 1:03 AM Re: Herbal Remedies - Cleaning Products : : :: My question: Do truly non-toxic products exist : that do a job as spectacular :: as the toxic ones? I'd love to have a team like : this come once a month, but :: I don't want to sacrifice my family's health. :: :: :: :: Carole : : : : : : Federal Law requires that we warn you of the following: : 1. Natural methods can sometimes backfire. : 2. If you are pregnant, consult your physician before using any natural remedy. : 3. The Constitution guarantees you the right to be your own physician and to : prescribe for your own health. : We are not medical doctors although MDs are welcome to post here as long as : they behave themselves. : Any opinions put forth by the list members are exactly that, and any person : following the advice of anyone posting here does so at their own risk. : It is up to you to educate yourself. By accepting advice or products from list members, you are agreeing to : be fully responsible for your own health, and hold the List Owner and members free of any liability. : : Dr. Ian Shillington : Doctor of Naturopathy : Dr.IanShillington : : : : -- : Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 12, 2005 Report Share Posted May 12, 2005 herbal remedies , " Walkin'ByFaith " <forgiven@w...> wrote: > probalby not but the vinegar sounds great I use it > to clean my mirrors and linoleum > > Jan Is it safe for ceramic tile? > > Blessings > Brandy ************* Brandy, Yes, the diluted vinegar is safe for ceramic tile too. You can either put about 1 cup of the vinegar in a full bucket of water and mop, or you can take the diluted vinegar spray bottle, and spray the tiles and then mop/wipe. Make sure you use the white vinegar tho, as apple cider vinegar may leave stains. You can add drops of your favorite essential oil to either process, if you like. If they are kitchen tiles, and have a grease build-up, you will probably need to use a bit of the liquid soap (or dishsoap) in the bucket/bottle in addition to the vinegar, to cut the grease, as vinegar doesn't cut " grease " very well. (altho it does cut soap/detergent residues and other dirty type films on floors.) If you do need to add soap, make sure to rinse well, as all soaps leave a bit of residue behind, which will attract and catch more dust/dirt/grease, making your mopping chores more frequent. Jan (in Michigan) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 12, 2005 Report Share Posted May 12, 2005 you can handle grease very well if you spray with vinegar and then with hydrogen peroxide. You will have shine stove all the time. Jasminazoomom9 <zoomom9 wrote: herbal remedies , "Walkin'ByFaith" <forgiven@w...> wrote:> probalby not but the vinegar sounds great I use it > to clean my mirrors and linoleum> > Jan Is it safe for ceramic tile?> > Blessings> Brandy*************Brandy,Yes, the diluted vinegar is safe for ceramic tile too. You can either put about 1 cup of the vinegar in a full bucket of water and mop, or you can take the diluted vinegar spray bottle, and spray the tiles and then mop/wipe. Make sure you use the white vinegar tho, as apple cider vinegar may leave stains. You can add drops of your favorite essential oil to either process, if you like.If they are kitchen tiles, and have a grease build-up, you will probably need to use a bit of the liquid soap (or dishsoap) in the bucket/bottle in addition to the vinegar, to cut the grease, as vinegar doesn't cut "grease" very well. (altho it does cut soap/detergent residues and other dirty type films on floors.) If you do need to add soap, make sure to rinse well, as all soaps leave a bit of residue behind, which will attract and catch more dust/dirt/grease, making your mopping chores more frequent.Jan (in Michigan)Federal Law requires that we warn you of the following: 1. Natural methods can sometimes backfire. 2. If you are pregnant, consult your physician before using any natural remedy. 3. The Constitution guarantees you the right to be your own physician and toprescribe for your own health. We are not medical doctors although MDs are welcome to post here as long as they behave themselves. Any opinions put forth by the list members are exactly that, and any person following the advice of anyone posting here does so at their own risk. It is up to you to educate yourself. By accepting advice or products from list members, you are agreeing to be fully responsible for your own health, and hold the List Owner and members free of any liability. Dr. Ian ShillingtonDoctor of NaturopathyDr.IanShillington Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 14, 2005 Report Share Posted May 14, 2005 It helps a lot… Mike Singeisen herbal remedies [herbal remedies ] On Behalf Of Jasmina Alisic May 12, 2005 11:43 AM herbal remedies Re: Herbal Remedies - Cleaning Products you can handle grease very well if you spray with vinegar and then with hydrogen peroxide. You will have shine stove all the time. Jasmina zoomom9 <zoomom9 wrote: herbal remedies , " Walkin'ByFaith " <forgiven@w...> wrote: > probalby not but the vinegar sounds great I use it > to clean my mirrors and linoleum > > Jan Is it safe for ceramic tile? > > Blessings > Brandy ************* Brandy, Yes, the diluted vinegar is safe for ceramic tile too. You can either put about 1 cup of the vinegar in a full bucket of water and mop, or you can take the diluted vinegar spray bottle, and spray the tiles and then mop/wipe. Make sure you use the white vinegar tho, as apple cider vinegar may leave stains. You can add drops of your favorite essential oil to either process, if you like. If they are kitchen tiles, and have a grease build-up, you will probably need to use a bit of the liquid soap (or dishsoap) in the bucket/bottle in addition to the vinegar, to cut the grease, as vinegar doesn't cut " grease " very well. (altho it does cut soap/detergent residues and other dirty type films on floors.) If you do need to add soap, make sure to rinse well, as all soaps leave a bit of residue behind, which will attract and catch more dust/dirt/grease, making your mopping chores more frequent. Jan (in Michigan) Federal Law requires that we warn you of the following: 1. Natural methods can sometimes backfire. 2. If you are pregnant, consult your physician before using any natural remedy. 3. The Constitution guarantees you the right to be your own physician and to prescribe for your own health. We are not medical doctors although MDs are welcome to post here as long as they behave themselves. Any opinions put forth by the list members are exactly that, and any person following the advice of anyone posting here does so at their own risk. It is up to you to educate yourself. By accepting advice or products from list members, you are agreeing to be fully responsible for your own health, and hold the List Owner and members free of any liability. Dr. Ian Shillington Doctor of Naturopathy Dr.IanShillington Federal Law requires that we warn you of the following: 1. Natural methods can sometimes backfire. 2. If you are pregnant, consult your physician before using any natural remedy. 3. The Constitution guarantees you the right to be your own physician and to prescribe for your own health. We are not medical doctors although MDs are welcome to post here as long as they behave themselves. Any opinions put forth by the list members are exactly that, and any person following the advice of anyone posting here does so at their own risk. It is up to you to educate yourself. By accepting advice or products from list members, you are agreeing to be fully responsible for your own health, and hold the List Owner and members free of any liability. Dr. Ian Shillington Doctor of Naturopathy Dr.IanShillington Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 14, 2005 Report Share Posted May 14, 2005 veruini's cleaning products and hair care are all natural You can look them up at the veruini store I have one! ) http://www.ezinfocenter.com/8595840 - Mike Singeisen herbal remedies Friday, May 13, 2005 6:10 PM RE: Herbal Remedies - Cleaning Products It helps a lot… Mike Singeisen herbal remedies [herbal remedies ] On Behalf Of Jasmina AlisicMay 12, 2005 11:43 AMherbal remedies Subject: Re: Herbal Remedies - Cleaning Products you can handle grease very well if you spray with vinegar and then with hydrogen peroxide. You will have shine stove all the time. Jasminazoomom9 <zoomom9 wrote: herbal remedies , "Walkin'ByFaith" <forgiven@w...> wrote:> probalby not but the vinegar sounds great I use it > to clean my mirrors and linoleum> > Jan Is it safe for ceramic tile?> > Blessings> Brandy*************Brandy,Yes, the diluted vinegar is safe for ceramic tile too. You can either put about 1 cup of the vinegar in a full bucket of water and mop, or you can take the diluted vinegar spray bottle, and spray the tiles and then mop/wipe. Make sure you use the white vinegar tho, as apple cider vinegar may leave stains. You can add drops of your favorite essential oil to either process, if you like.If they are kitchen tiles, and have a grease build-up, you will probably need to use a bit of the liquid soap (or dishsoap) in the bucket/bottle in addition to the vinegar, to cut the grease, as vinegar doesn't cut "grease" very well. (altho it does cut soap/detergent residues and other dirty type films on floors.) If you do need to add soap, make sure to rinse well, as all soaps leave a bit of residue behind, which will attract and catch more dust/dirt/grease, making your mopping chores more frequent.Jan (in Michigan)Federal Law requires that we warn you of the following: 1. Natural methods can sometimes backfire. 2. If you are pregnant, consult your physician before using any natural remedy. 3. The Constitution guarantees you the right to be your own physician and toprescribe for your own health. We are not medical doctors although MDs are welcome to post here as long as they behave themselves. Any opinions put forth by the list members are exactly that, and any person following the advice of anyone posting here does so at their own risk. It is up to you to educate yourself. By accepting advice or products from list members, you are agreeing to be fully responsible for your own health, and hold the List Owner and members free of any liability. Dr. Ian ShillingtonDoctor of NaturopathyDr.IanShillington Federal Law requires that we warn you of the following: 1. Natural methods can sometimes backfire. 2. If you are pregnant, consult your physician before using any natural remedy. 3. The Constitution guarantees you the right to be your own physician and toprescribe for your own health. We are not medical doctors although MDs are welcome to post here as long as they behave themselves. Any opinions put forth by the list members are exactly that, and any person following the advice of anyone posting here does so at their own risk. It is up to you to educate yourself. By accepting advice or products from list members, you are agreeing to be fully responsible for your own health, and hold the List Owner and members free of any liability. Dr. Ian ShillingtonDoctor of NaturopathyDr.IanShillington Federal Law requires that we warn you of the following: 1. Natural methods can sometimes backfire. 2. If you are pregnant, consult your physician before using any natural remedy. 3. The Constitution guarantees you the right to be your own physician and toprescribe for your own health. We are not medical doctors although MDs are welcome to post here as long as they behave themselves. Any opinions put forth by the list members are exactly that, and any person following the advice of anyone posting here does so at their own risk. It is up to you to educate yourself. By accepting advice or products from list members, you are agreeing to be fully responsible for your own health, and hold the List Owner and members free of any liability. Dr. Ian ShillingtonDoctor of NaturopathyDr.IanShillington Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 13, 2006 Report Share Posted June 13, 2006 Dawn, There are many cleaning products you can make yourself for pennies that work just as well as the stuff you can buy. Go get yourself some spray bottles, white distilled vinegar, baking soda, and the essential oils of tea tree, lemon, and lavender (I like the brand aromaland). The book that got me into all natural cleaning products was Better Basics for the Home by Annie Berthold-Bond. It's got some great recipes for just about everything. I put together a website describing what I personally use All Natural Cleaning. The only pre-made products I buy are Heather's Oxygen Bleach Cleanser from Earthfare (jason-natural.com), which works better than the straight baking soda on tough soap scum/mildew combinations, and Dr. Bronner's Sal Suds (biodegradable, concentrated soap). It takes a little getting used to, and a slight bit more work, but it saves lots of money, and it's worth it to get those chemicals out of your house. For anyone thinking of trying it, I'd suggest at least to try vinegar in a spray bottle for glass, since it's easy, and windex is such nasty, unnecessary stuff. Best Regards, Rachel Our joy in the color of the rose is part of its beauty. Our appreciation of the bird chorus is part of the song. ~Starhawk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 13, 2006 Report Share Posted June 13, 2006 I know of a few people who swear by vinegar for cleaning. I don't use it personally, because I don't like the smell. Sherry L. Stoll Freelance Writer | Greeting Card Writer | Illustrator http://sherry_l_stoll.tripod.com Greeting Card Writing Blog New Content: Pondering Proofreading http://greetingcardwriting.candyham.com Plus Size Clothing And Accessories Blog New Content: Luscious Red Lips http://plussizeclothingandaccessories.candyham.com My Personal Blog New Content: Pay Day Loan http://www.writingup.com/blog/sherry_l_stoll _____ On Behalf Of Dawn Monday, June 12, 2006 10:20 PM Cleaning Products What do you guys all use for cleaning instead of the chemicals from the store ? Can anyone recommend a good site that isn't ridiculously overpriced ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 13, 2006 Report Share Posted June 13, 2006 Dawn, If you have a health foods store by you they usually carry cleaning supplies. I use the Seventh Generation brand and Meyers from there. I think there is a possible 3rd brand as well, but I can't think of it at the moment. I use the dish detergent right down to the laundry cleaners too. The window cleaner by Earth Friendly Products with Lavender is awesome. (that was the 3rd company by the way ha ha ha) I was getting sick from the chemical warfare while cleaning, and I switched and I am sooooo grateful. On the 7th Generation bottle it explains that if everyone in the USA used just one bottle of the laundry product that we could save enough crude oil to heat a home for a full year! so, i feel I am saving Gaia and not depending on fossil fuel oil for my cleaners. I use botanically based cosmetics and personal hygene products as well. No mineral oil or the like. We can do wonders even away from the gas pump. Isn't that fantastic? You will feel great after you clean with nicer products. Look in your phone book for a health foods store. Maybe you can get something close to you? Hope this helps, Lorain Lorain Dawn <abnrmlisme Mon Jun 12 22:19:53 CDT 2006 Cleaning Products What do you guys all use for cleaning instead of the chemicals from the store ? Can anyone recommend a good site that isn't ridiculously overpriced ? Or is there a homemade mix I can do ? I'm looking for a all purpose cleaner, degreaser, tub cleaner, dish soap, alternative to bleach,laundry soap etc. I use to buy from a company that carried alternative cleaning products but I had to buy a minimun of roughly $50 worth of stuff w/shipping every month. I would like to replace just about every chemical in our house. I just moved in with my bf about a month ago & he buys everything from the grocery store & I have been educating him & getting him to agree to switch over. Thanks!! Dawn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 14, 2006 Report Share Posted June 14, 2006 I just use vinegar and water in a spray bottle for the bathroom and baking soda in place of an abrasive cleanser for pots, stove, etc. I buy a biodegradable, scent-free liquid laundry detergent from the grocery store. If you think about it, is it really necessary to have everything disinfected like the toilet bowl? It's not like we drink from it! Hot water is used for any really dirty clothes or towels instead of cold and the heat in the dryer will kill off any bacteria (I let it run about 20 minutes longer than usual if there is anything that might be infectuous or from the dog). Hot water and a lint free towel will clean glass and mirrors better than any stinky sprays. I learned that from a summer job in a hotel many years ago. I don't think if you take shoes off at the door that the floor needs to be disinfected either. It's just common sense. Carpets should be cleaned regularily with hot steam though as they will get pretty disgusting. Hope this helps! Sharon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 14, 2006 Report Share Posted June 14, 2006 Hi Sherry... Just add a bit of Orange essential oil... or Lemon or Lavender or which ever one you like the smell of. Safer for the family and even if it does stinks, it still would smell better than windex does! lol... Peace, Mouse Sherry L. Stoll wrote: >I know of a few people who swear by vinegar for cleaning. I don't use it personally, because I don't like the smell. > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 16, 2006 Report Share Posted June 16, 2006 , <hotmocha wrote: > > I just use vinegar and water in a spray bottle for the bathroom and baking soda in place of an abrasive cleanser for pots, stove, etc. I buy a biodegradable, scent-free liquid laundry detergent from the grocery store. If you think about it, is it really necessary to have everything disinfected like the toilet bowl? It's not like we drink from it! Hot water is used for any really dirty clothes or towels instead of cold and the heat in the dryer will kill off any bacteria (I let it run about 20 minutes longer than usual if there is anything that might be infectuous or from the dog). Hot water and a lint free towel will clean glass and mirrors better than any stinky sprays. I learned that from a summer job in a hotel many years ago. I don't think if you take shoes off at the door that the floor needs to be disinfected either. It's just common sense. Carpets should be cleaned regularily with hot steam though as they will get pretty disgusting. > > Hope this helps! > > Sharon > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 17, 2009 Report Share Posted February 17, 2009 Dear Claudia, Why not make your own cleaning products? Most " green, " cleaning products on the market contain plant based materials in their formulation. With a few essential oils you can successfully replace all purpose cleaners, window/glass, etc. You might also consider d-limonene, this all natural ingredient is made from orange peels and is amazing. Not only is it very economical to use but it takes away build-up and grime like nothing else on the market. Best of luck to you with your cleaning business! Be well, Rachel Markel www.eoilcolab.com www.GreenTerpene.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 18, 2009 Report Share Posted February 18, 2009 ATFE2 , Rachel Markel <ramarkel wrote: Hello Sue and Rachel. Thank you very much for all your information and I aprecciate the time to answer it. I went to arm and hammer's website and also I'm lookiong on line for recipes. I will keep looking and thank you again. If you have any other comment I will be glad to hear from you and I will keep you posted about my cleaning business. Have a wonderful day. Claudia > > Dear Claudia, > > Why not make your own cleaning products? Most " green, " cleaning products on the market contain plant based materials in their formulation. With a few essential oils you can successfully replace all purpose cleaners, window/glass, etc. You might also consider d- limonene, this all natural ingredient is made from orange peels and is amazing. Not only is it very economical to use but it takes away build-up and grime like nothing else on the market. > > Best of luck to you with your cleaning business! > > Be well, > > Rachel Markel > www.eoilcolab.com > www.GreenTerpene.com > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 19, 2009 Report Share Posted February 19, 2009 We have some cleaning recipes online in one of our 'hints and tips' files: http://www.naturesgift.com/hints_household.htm Since 1995 - supplying Aromatherapy and Healthcare Professionals Website: http://www.naturesgift.com Blog: http://naturesgiftaromatherapy.blogspot.com/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 21, 2009 Report Share Posted February 21, 2009 AND kills germs, viruses, fungus, molds and spores...you name it! Rachel A. MarkelManaging PartnerEOILCO LABORATORIES, LLCwww.eoilco.comhttp://ingredientmanager.eoilcolab.com www.GreenTerpene.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 21, 2009 Report Share Posted February 21, 2009 ATFE2 , Marge Clark <marge wrote: > > We have some cleaning recipes online in one of our 'hints and tips' files: > > http://www.naturesgift.com/hints_household.htm > >Dear Marge, After visiting your website I was sorta shocked to see the statement listed below for your germbeater formulation: " AND kills germs, viruses, fungus, molds and spores...you name it! " That is a very bold statement unless you have some sort of research to back it up. According to the FDA you are essentially marketing a drug. I have advised clients on their respective brands for over 15 years and this is definitely not an area you want to step in without real validation or research that you can reference. I would hate for others to read this information and think that this is ok, even your disclaimer would not help you out. The EPA has created a list of exempt ingredients that do not require strict guidelines or a ton of money to register. Be well, Rachel Markel www.eoilcolab.com GreenTerpene.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 21, 2009 Report Share Posted February 21, 2009 Hi Rachel The formula you refer to contains Cinnamon Bark, there is a plethora of evidence substantiating its efficiency against viruses, fungus, molds and spores. http://www.scirus.com/srsapp/search?q=Cinnamon+Bark & t=all & drill=yes & sort=0 & p=0 & n\ ds=jnl or http://tinyurl.com/dhs9be http://scholar.google.co.uk/scholar?q=Cinnamon+Bark+anti+viral+ & hl=en & lr= & btnG=S\ earch HTH Liz On 21/02/2009, ramarkel <ramarkel wrote: > ATFE2 , Marge Clark <marge wrote: > > > > We have some cleaning recipes online in one of our 'hints and tips' > files: > > > > http://www.naturesgift.com/hints_household.htm > > > >Dear Marge, > > > After visiting your website I was sorta shocked to see the statement > listed below for your germbeater formulation: " AND kills germs, > viruses, fungus, molds and spores...you name it! " > > That is a very bold statement unless you have some sort of research to > back it up. According to the FDA you are essentially marketing a > drug. I have advised clients on their respective brands for over 15 > years and this is definitely not an area you want to step in without > real validation or research that you can reference. > > I would hate for others to read this information and think that this > is ok, even your disclaimer would not help you out. The EPA has > created a list of exempt ingredients that do not require strict > guidelines or a ton of money to register. > > Be well, > > Rachel Markel > www.eoilcolab.com > GreenTerpene.com > > > > > --- > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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