The Independent ran an interesting article today on the young entrepreneurs behind Method, which has fast become one of the best known eco-friendly cleaning brands on the market.
There's an interesting discussion on how the products have slowly gained the trust of consumers, many of whom are still struggling with the idea that green products are somehow 'not green' and need persuading that they are as effective as the more chemically-laden sort. So what's your view on this new breed of more natural, 'eco' cleaning products? Let us know in the poll, below!
...and follow the jump for some tips on being a greener cleaner
Avoid...
*Chemical air fresheners, aerosols and phosphates, Triclosan (an anti-bacterial in some deodorants) and alkylphenols (hormone disruptors in some detergents).
*Mercury, found in some chlorine bleaches can cause nerve damage.
*Artificial musks or any heavily-scented cleaning products.
*Volatile organic compounds found in some cleaners.
Use instead...
*Lemon juice - it bleaches, deodorises and kills bacteria. Mix one part juice with three parts water to clean worktops.
Salt and lemon juice bring a shine to copper and brass
nVinegar - with water to clean surfaces and windows. Scrub stains with vinegar and bicarbonate of soda. Use vinegar neat for limescale.
*Use bicarbonate of soda on carpets stains and to clean ovens and sinks.
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