Green Cleaning Caddy.
We do have a cleaning caddy of sorts. It makes cleaning up a lot easier as we just pick up the basket and everything we need is in there. I stumbled upon this article on putting up a green cleaning caddy. Very helpful as I’m sure we all want to use non-toxic items for the house, especially when we have kids around.
1. The Caddy: Any plastic or metal sectioned caddy will do, just make sure metal edges are finished to avoid rusting – no sense needing to clean-up after the clean-up supplies.
2. Rags: Avoid disposable wipes and sponges by keeping old washcloths or towels or even buying new cheap multipacks of cotton clothes. Cotton won’t scratch and is long-wearing.
3. Rubber Gloves: Any icky tasks become bearable with a protective layer in place.
4. Scrub Brushes: A flat, traditional brush, a smaller rounded brush (for tub and sink corners as well as smaller spaces) and an old toothbrush. A toilet brush can be kept at each toilet.
5. Powdered Cleanser: While there are many non-toxic choices, mine are baking soda (very mild yet effective) or Bon Ami. Bon Ami is made from feldspar, limestone, baking soda and plant-based cleansers – a highly effect, gently cleanser.
6. All Purpose Cleaner: Choose a non-toxic cleaner that can cut through grease and grim. I love original Simple Green in a 50% dilution. Kiss grime goodbye!
7. Liquid Dish Soap: Dishwashing liquid is one of the most versatile cleaners in most houses. You may not keep it in the caddy, but if you store the caddy under the kitchen sink, this essential will be close at hand when you start the cleaning rounds.
8. White Vinegar: White vinegar is as effective at killing bacteria as Clorox, is 100% non-toxic and cuts through hard water stains to shine fixtures, glass and mirrors like nothing else. Keep it straight in a spray bottle. Note: This acid can eat away at many kinds of natural stone and should never be used on marble.
Source: http://www.organizingyourway.net/.
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