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Stain Removal Hacks [Infographic]

January 24January 31Posted in Sustainable GuideTagged baking soda, carpet cleaning, cleaning, green living, hacks, infographic, tips, vinegar3 Comments

Abrasive and environmentally harsh chemicals are in most store brand carpet cleansers. However, there are just as effective ways to get your carpets looking like new with more friendly ingredients. These are safer for your pets, loved ones, and lungs, not to mention the fabric of your rugs.

It turns out that even the toughest looking stains, from oil splatter to permanent marker, can be removed simply and easily with items you probably have around the house. Your Best Digs lines up 10 nasty stains and pits them against these easy clean up methods that are environmentally friendly. Did you know you could get glue out of a carpet using an iron? Or stop crying over spilled wine with some baking soda?

Check out the infographic below for a number of sure-fire carpet stain removal methods that will keep your rugs in great shape, no matter what hits them.

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How to Remove Mold naturally [Infographic]

May 15May 22Posted in HealthTagged baking soda, ecotip, essential oil, green living, green solutions, Health, how to get rid of mold, how to remove mold naturally, infographic, vinegar4 Comments

Molds are found both indoors and outdoors, and while some molds are harmless, others can cause allergic reactions in you and your family. Symptoms of mold exposure include a cough, asthma symptoms, shortness of breath, hypersensitivity pneumonitis and respiratory illness. Mold is especially dangerous to infants and young children, as prolonged exposure can cause lifelong respiratory issues.

Mold is caused by humidity in the air combined with oxygen, darkness and mold spores. If you live in a poorly ventilated home, you may have recurring mold problems. You’ll also want to repair any leaks in pipes or the roof immediately.

Mold removal below 10 square feet can be removed by natural remedies. However, for any area larger than 10 square feet, you should seek out a professional for mold removal.

In this infographic, you’ll learn about AerIndustries covers How to Remove Mold Naturally to help you identify and eliminate mold in your home.

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Green Air Freshener Ideas [Infographic]

June 29July 6Posted in Sustainable GuideTagged air freshener, baking soda, candles, cloves, coffee, diy, essential oils, green, lemon, oranges, palm tree, potpurri, vinegar, vodkaLeave a comment

by the team at Chadwicks

A fragrant home is a happy home so rethink how you tackle the stink – commercial air fresheners are full of chemicals. Instead, go green and make your own natural air fresheners with a few of these easy alternatives.

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All-Natural Kitchen Tips [Infographic]

March 13April 1Posted in Sustainable GuideTagged baking soda, clean, cleaning, dirty, easy, food, hacks, kitchen, natural, odorless, simple, smelly, store, tips, tricks, vinegar4 Comments

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Eco-Friendly Tips for a Tidy Home

October 10October 10Posted in Sustainable GuideTagged baking soda, biodegradable, borax, brass, chrome, citrus, clean, cleaner, cleaning, copper, eco, eco friendly, essential oils, fresh, furniture, green, herbs, Home, household, ingredients, metal, olive, peroxide, polish, recipes, silver, soap, surfaces, tidy, tips, Toothpaste, vinegar, water2 Comments

A few tips can help you avoid many chemicals, non-biodegradable plastic tools, and energy-sucking appliances—and it’s easier than you might think. Here are ideas, tricks, and recipes to help your family begin a greener cleaning routine.

Originally Published by Morgana Matus on CustomMade.com

Regular dust busting and de-greasing are important to any well-maintained home. But it’s also critical to keep your home as eco-friendly as possible. With hundreds of brands and products in the supermarket and big box stores, it may feel like an impossible task to navigate.

Why is having a greener cleaning routine important? Chemical and toxins found in cleaning supplies have been linked to cancer, asthma, reproductive and developmental toxicity, allergies and irritation, and accidental burns and poisonings. A home that’s free of these chemicals in one more step you can take to keeping your family safe.