Green cleaning solutions simply make more sense than using traditional products and processes. In many cases, they bring more benefits at less cost.
Many cleaning products and techniques use harsh chemicals that can affect the appearance of surfaces, introduce toxic chemicals into your home or business, and sometimes clean less effectively than greener options.
When we use greener and more natural cleaners, we reduce the number of toxic chemicals in the air. We also are less likely to expose our skin to harsh substances.
Many of us identify the smell of bleach with cleanliness because it used to be the go-to cleaning solution for fighting nasty bacteria and grime. That smell comes from chemicals wafting through the air, such as chlorine, which was used as a weaponized gas in World War I! Bleach and other chemical-based cleaners can be harmful when they get into our eyes, touch our skin, or when we breathe them in.
Luckily, green and natural cleaners reduce the number of chemicals that come into our environment.
Conventional cleaning products may create a noxious effect on the body and the environment. If bleach accidentally combines with ammonia, for example, dangers from the resulting gas can send you to the hospital. Bleach labels also caution you to not allow the product to come into contact with your skin.
Instead of bleach or other harsh cleaners, consider using clear, all-natural vinegar. Vinegar does bring a smell as pungent as bleach but lacks the toxic chemicals. It also disinfects and cleans surfaces just as effectively.
A little research can point you in the direction of a number of effective, natural alternatives for common cleaners. Using them makes your living or workspace less toxic while also keeping more chemicals from entering landfills or the overall outdoor environment.
In many areas, “all natural” all too often equates to “more expensive.” In terms of cleaners, this isn't necessarily the case. We regularly conduct research to find safer and greener cleaning techniques. Substances such as vinegar, lemon, and baking soda are green, and they help you keep more 'green' in your pocket because they cost less than traditional cleaning products.
Traditional wisdom encouraged exposure to some bacteria. Even old-timers who had little science education understood that more germs in the environment enhanced the body’s ability to fight disease.
Then came the antibacterial revolution. Well-meaning parents used bacteria-killing cleaners excessively, clearing their homes of both harmful and beneficial bacteria.
Even worse, surviving bacteria can gradually become more resistant to antibacterial agents, making them tougher to kill.
We now know that the old-timers knew what they were talking about. Green cleaning’s reduced use of antibacterial agents rolls back the damage done through excessive use of antibacterials.
Our commitment lies in giving you the greenest possible clean. Because we use green products, we can let you know exactly what substances are in the solutions we use in your home.
For some, this provides more peace of mind. Others get the opportunity to avoid exposure to chemicals that could spark an allergic reaction or cause other problems.
Call us today to learn more about our greener cleaning process. We will be happy to take a call or an email and answer any questions about our products and processes. Our friendly and expert staff can also set up an appointment to start cleaning your space as soon as possible.
You could go with a traditional cleaning service, but remember that our team provides a healthier option for both you and the environment.
