There are many cleaning chemicals available on the market today. Here are tips to help you choose safe products.
- Buying a product? Read the label first! The label will tell you how to use the product appropriately and what to do if it’s accidentally spilled or ingested.
- Look for signal words. These words tell you about any potential human health effects.
- Want to learn more about what is in your consumer products? Check out the Consumer Product Information Database or the Environmental Working Group Database.
DIY Cleaning Products
Interested in learning how to clean your home with readily available products like vinegar and baking soda? We’ve compiled a list of our favorite recipes, ranging from making your own oven cleaner to window cleaners.
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Green Cleaning recipe cards
Clean Up Your Act! Do-It-Yourself Green Cleaning