Mean...Green and... Clean?

Its spring!!
Horrayy!! now its time to clean those closets and get ready for summer :) before you busy bees get to cleaning here are some tips to consider when cleaning the old hive ;)

1. Read Lables : that funky looking cleaner in the back of your cupboard may require special disposal because of the chemical ingredients.

2.Think about recycling your lightly used clothing; Donate to your local shelter or call your local community center for clothing pick up

3. Do Not mix cleaners; Its tempting when the grime just wont scub away but think of the potential harm the chemicals can do to you and your family.

4. Make your own cleaners! we have a list of organic cleaners you can make on your own.... yes you! Here are a few reciepes we found on EarthShare.org

 Do-It-Yourself Green Cleaners

Some of the greenest cleaners are the ones you make yourself. Here are some sample recipes for simple, effective cleaners;

• Drain Cleaner: Pour a half-cup of baking soda down the sink and add at least a cup of vinegar. Cover the drain and wait a few minutes, then rinse with a mixture of boiling water and salt.

• Window Cleaner: Mix two ounces of vinegar with a quart of water in a spray bottle.

• Silver Polish: Put a sheet of aluminum foil into a plastic or glass bowl. Sprinkle the foil with salt and baking soda and fill the bowl with warm water. Soak your silver in the bowl and tarnish migrates to the foil. Dry and buff.

• Brass Cleaner: Cut a lemon in half, sprinkle it with salt and rub the lemon on the metal. Buff with a cloth.

• Rust Remover: Use vinegar to remove rust on nuts and bolts and other mineral deposits such as calcium deposits.

Taken from...http://www.earthshare.org/2008/09/the-high-perf-2.html...


Finally Have fun! open the windows for fresh air and sunlight and sure turn the radio up..just remember to turn it off when your done :)

Thats all for now! happy cleaning

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