A re-usable grocery bag is a simple and inexpensive eco-friendly product.
Going green is widely recognized as a responsible lifestyle choice. One of the most effective ways to go green is to replace ecologically harmful products in your life with eco-friendly alternatives.
Environmental Consciousness
The most obvious benefit of using eco-friendly products around the home is the long-lasting, positive effect it has on the environment. The production, use and disposal of environmentally unfriendly products create pollution, groundwater contamination and other threats to the ecosystem.
Health Benefits
Because eco-friendly products are less harsh and oftentimes contain no dangerous chemicals or toxic additives, they are the perfect option for those with sensitive skin, small children or pets. Traditional cleaning products, such as some oven cleaners, contain cleaning agents so strong they can burn skin and eyes, and---when inhaled---throat and lungs. Eco-friendly products are easier on surfaces around the home, as they tend to be less abrasive than their counterparts.
Cost
Eco-friendly cleaning doesn't have to mean dropping big bucks on commercial green cleaning products. Simple household products like vinegar, lemon juice and hot water are extremely cheap eco-friendly cleaners. Steam cleaners, another environmentally sound cleaning product; require a hefty initial investment but use only water to clean floors, counters and even fabrics.
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