Great Green Idea: Green Cleaning: Green Cleaners

Green Cleaners

There are many studies that show that the air quality in your home can be anywhere from 10 to 50 times worse then the air outside.

Let those numbers sink in. There are some immediate things that you can do to rectify this. Switching to green cleaners is a great way to have a positive impact on your family's health. While not all green cleaners are the same, it is a good idea to start somewhere. Any small change will be great.

Currently there is very little government oversight in the green cleaning supply market. Do to the overwhelming growth of the market and the numerous consumer safety organizations, this may not be such a big deal. Even if there is no "green" standard, you can look for some brands that are pretty solid. Simple Green, Seventh Generation, Method and Greenworks are all good starts in your travels into going green.

If you are really feeling bold, you can try to make your own cleaning solutions. Most of the time it is cheaper and it tends to clean better then the store bought items. If you have a great cleaning recipe that you use please share with the community. We can all learn from each other.