October 18, 2022 by Mulberry Maids
Green home cleaning does not need to be a mystery, or an impossible ideal to strive for. It is actually quite simple to perform, whether you choose to make your own products or buy them in the store. So, as your go to Fort Collins green cleaning company, we are here to help you out with a simple guide to green home cleaning.
Whether you are looking for effective environmentally friendly cleaning products for your home, or want to hire an eco-conscious company, keep reading on to learn all about green home cleaning!
What is green cleaning?
Green cleaning is a broad term, but in general refers to using environmentally friendly products and cleaning agents that are not harmful to human health, to clean your home with. This may include both store bought and homemade cleaners, such as baking soda and vinegar.Â
Green cleaning products will usually have the following properties:
- All natural and/or biodegradableÂ
- No added colors, dyes, or fragrances
- No phosphates or chlorine
- May be organicÂ
While store bought green cleaning products are typically more expensive to purchase, making your own products will usually be the cheapest and most green option possible for cleaning your home. If you are set on wanting the most environmentally friendly, as well as healthiest store bought cleaners, the Environmental Working Group website is a great resource to look up different products. Each product will be given a grade, as well as a description of its pros and cons, so you can make a choice as to whether the product will be suitable for your needs or not.Â
Why should I care about green cleaning?
Anyone who cleans frequently should care about using the best and healthiest products available. From your personal health cleaning and being around the different chemicals, to your loved ones who live in your home, using safe products is key to a healthy home.Â
Reasons to care about green cleaning include:
- Protecting your personal health from harmful chemicals and cleaning agents
- Keep the homes that you clean in a healthy state, for all the occupants, including people and pets
- Help to reduce or eliminate the use of harmful chemicals that are not biodegrade
- Green cleaning products are safer and milder to use on most surfaces for routine cleaning, which will keep your home in better shape overall
Are environmentally friendly products effective at cleaning my home?
Not only are green cleaning agents effective at cleaning your home, homemade ones are typically cheaper to clean with. Distilled white vinegar and baking soda will clean almost anything in a home, and is cheaper than the cheapest store bought cleaning products.Â
Rubbing alcohol and hydrogen peroxide are other safe and effective green cleaning options to help get out stains or clean certain surfaces. Additionally, lemon juice and essential oils can be used throughout your home, and will also help to leave a fresh and all natural scent.Â
Fort Collins green cleaning to feel good about!
Mulberry Maids works with the best people and products throughout Fort Collins and Loveland. Great pricing, unmatched customer service, and easy booking are just a few of the things that we pride ourselves on!
When you decide to book a cleaning with us, or gift a home cleaning to your loved ones, you are signing up for more free time in your life! From strolling through Old Town Fort Collins to sampling beers at one of northern Colorado’s many breweries, we open up time in your schedule for the things in life that really matter.Â
Reach out to us today to schedule your cleaning. Call, text, or email with any questions you have – we can’t wait to hear from you soon!