If you’re looking to minimise the impact that your cleaning routine has on the planet, look no further! Here I’m sharing five simple changes you can make to go green when you clean. Eco friendly cleaning will help you to cut down on your waste and you’ll be using less toxic chemicals in your home. It’s often much cheaper too, so you’ll be saving money. Win, win!
Here are five simple ways to go green with your cleaning routine…
Reuse bottles and containers
If you have any old, empty cleaning product containers why not reuse them instead of throwing them away? Alternatively, you could invest in some reusable glass bottles for your cleaning products. Good quality ones will last you a long time, and they look much more aesthetically pleasing than plastic ones.
You could also use old socks and clothes for some cleaning tasks. Once you get into the mindset of reusing, you’ll find the possibilities are endless!
Use reusable cloths
Stop using kitchen towels and other disposable cleaning items. I know this is something I have been guilty of in the past, until I switched to microfibre cloths. Microfibre cloths are brilliant at catching dust and bacteria, they are extremely durable too so they will last for a very long time. They can be used in so many different ways, one of my favourite ways to use them is to clean the shower doors so they don’t show water marks. They also dry really quickly, so you can be sure that your cloth will be ready to use again the next time you need it. You can find a range of microfibre cloths on this website – https://www.microfibrecloth.
Try homemade cleaning products
Why not give DIY cleaning products a go? This is a great way to save money and use less chemicals around your home, which is particularly important if you have children or pets. There are some great DIY cleaning spray recipes online. Some of the main ingredients are lemon, white vinegar and baking soda so it’s likely you’ll already have everything you need to give it a try.
Use old toothbrushes
Toothbrushes are great for cleaning so don’t throw them away. Reuse them! I personally use an old toothbrush when I’m deep cleaning the bathroom, they are great for getting into those awkward areas in the shower cubicle. They are also good for removing mould or limescale from tiles and grout. Give it a try and I guarantee a toothbrush will become a regular in your cleaning routine.
Eco friendly mops
There are a lot of mops on the market that require disposable pads and cleaning liquid refills that come in single use plastic bottles. These really aren’t great for the planet and there are much better ways to clean your floors. A traditional mop and bucket are just as good and can be used time and time again. Pop a little washing up liquid, white vinegar and a few drops of your favourite essential oil into the water and you have yourself the perfect planet friendly floor cleaning routine.
Do you have any tips to add? Have you tried any homemade cleaning products? I would love to hear your thoughts. Leave a comment below.
Thank you for reading.
