Green Cleaning in Your Home With Vinegar
Last month, we discussed the various ways you can use vinegar as a cleaning solution in your home. This month, we’re going to talk about why that is, not only because it’s effective, but also because vinegar is non-toxic for both your family and the environment.
We’ll go over both vinegar, its origins, and other safe, green cleaning options you can use in your home, so that you can clean your home worry-free (in between the times when we’re cleaning your home, of course).
Vinegar in a Nutshell
As we discussed in last month’s blog post, vinegar is a strange solution and it packs a real punch, leading many, including us, to wonder: what is it? Well, vinegar is a fermented liquid created by sugar eaten by bacteria, leading to a punchy, acidic result.
As cooking enthusiasts know, salt, fat, acid, and heat are some of the basic elements of cooking, which is why the acidic vinegar is such a popular ingredient in so many recipes. That same acidity is what makes it a powerful, non-toxic cleaning tool.
Vinegar as a Green Cleaning Option
All kinds of surfaces – from stainless steel to porcelain and even glass – are safe to use vinegar on, as well as containers, especially those that had smelly food or drink in them. One of the most popular uses is for cleaning travel mugs for coffee, as vinegar is fantastic at removing smells – though it may not seem like it, since vinegar itself is so pungent.
Most white vinegar is 100% natural, which on its own doesn’t mean it’s good for you or the environment, but in this case, it does. Not only does vinegar – diluted with water – function well as a cleaner and de-scaler, it also helps your home stay clean by inhibiting the growth of mold and mildew.
Who Cares About Green Cleaning?
Even if you aren’t particular about products that are good for the environment, if you suffer from allergies or have sensitive children or pets, it’s a good idea to start seeking green cleaning options. Vinegar is a great place to start.
Many household cleaners, soaps, and detergents contain harsh chemicals with long, scary names. While this doesn’t necessarily mean they’re harmful, these types of chemicals can be irritating for anyone with sensitive skin or allergies.
Other Green Cleaning Choices
In our previous blog post, we suggested adding baking soda to your vinegar cleaning efforts in more intense cases, like soap scum or rust. Like vinegar, baking soda is a natural, safe cleaner as well.
Another great addition to your home cleaning efforts is lemon juice and even lemon peels. You can add lemon juice to your kitchen cleaning solution to help clean even better and you get the added bonus of a kitchen and/or bathroom that smells like fresh lemons!
Leave it to the Pros
You’re amazing at cleaning your home with green cleaning tips in mind. But it can be exhausting to have to keep up with your household tasks with everything else going on in your life.
That’s why we offer custom maid services that fit your needs. With the same team member visiting your home or office each week, you’ll get someone who knows how to do it just the way you like. Contact Custom Maid today to receive a free quote.