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Green cleaning basics

So, you've decided to try to clean a little greener. Where do you start?

First up, you'll want to avoid certain products such as air fresheners, oven cleaners and other conventional products which may contain harmful components. Please see here for the complete list.

Next, the easiest thing to do is to try to substitute your current products, which might not be eco-friendly, for some green ones from brands such as Method, Seventh Generation and Simple Green.

Once you've done that, you might feel up to making your own cleaning concoctions from really natural, time-tested goodies like vinegar, baking soda and the like. Here's a great article from care2 with lots of ideas!

Don't forget to replace your disposable wipes, sponges and paper towels with some good old-fashioned rags.

What's your favorite green cleaning tip or product?

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