Green Cleaning Tips for Your Richmond Apartment

Richmond ApartmentIt is spring, time to deep clean your Richmond apartment. But did you know that the cleaning products that you use show up in our water long after the suds go down the drain!

Here are some tips to keeping your apartment CLEAN and GREEN with these eco-friendly cleaners.

Your Washing Machine

The list of toxins in your laundry detergent may surprise you. From artificial colors, dye and fragrances to bleach and nonylphenol ethoxylates and phosphates.  The ingredients in most common laundry detergents can be harmful to your health and the environment. 

Here is a link to some of the best eco-friendly laundry detergents that will help you find an alternative to conventional selections.

Bleach

Bleach is a popular and effective disinfectant; cleaning everything from mold and mildew to bacteria, but it is also unhealthy for the environment and unfortunately is in so many of our household cleaning products. Look for bleach free products and use hydrogen peroxide, baking soda, lemon juice and castile soap as eco-friendly alternatives.

Keep Your Windows Clean

Keeping the windows, mirrors and other glass surfaces in your apartment clean is important, but it also releases toxins. Instead of using a commercial cleaner, why not make your own?  Combine ½ teaspoon of liquid soap, ¼ cup of white vinegar and 2 cups of water in a spray bottle for a great alternative to toxic window cleaners.

All Purpose Cleaners 

Many all-purpose cleaners contain harmful ingredients that will make it into our water and our air. Instead try this DIY scented cleaner.

Combine one-part white vinegar, one-part water, lemon rind and rosemary sprigs and let infuse for a week before using. Once it is done you can add to a spray bottle and use to clean counters, trash cans, toilets and everyday smudges.

These clean, eco-friendly cleaning products can go a long way to reduce pollution and keep your Bella Vista at Hilltop apartment in Richmond clean and green!