Archive for February, 2008

February 29, 2008 | Reviews, Broom Hugged, Cleaning products

We wrote a post about GreenWorks when it was first released, and most of our readers commented that they love it. We did have one complaint about the All-purpose cleaner, but the reader didn’t tell us how she used it or why she was disappointed. The word on the street is that it’s an awesome product - people seem to love it.

So, as promised I bought a bottle of it. And isn’t it pretty? (more…)

February 28, 2008 | Broom Hugged, Being Green, Shopping

Just when I was about to spend $15 a pop on 4 Foogo sippies for my kids, I came across this awesome post at The Soft Landing (another Co-Op America member). They’ve done their research, and it turns out that Nuby sippies, bottles, teethers, and spoons are BPA-free! This is great news because (a) I already have a few of them and don’t need to chuck them and (b) they’re CHEAP! I can buy them at WalMart for a couple bucks. (more…)

February 25, 2008 | Bleach alternatives, Vinegar, Essential oils, Cleaning products

What do they mean? When you’re looking for a cleaner, what’s important? There are different things you want your cleaner to do. Most of us assume that clean means germ-free, but in reality not all cleaners hit the mark. The use of these words on product labels is regulated by the EPA, and here’s what they say the words mean, along with some natural alternatives to keep your lymph nodes and liver free and clear: (more…)

February 22, 2008 | Being Green, Cleaning tips

Have you been thinking about going green, but don’t know how to do it? It can be a big task. Planet Green, hosted by the Discovery Chanel, is in the middle of an awesome series: Detox Your Home. They go room by room to show you how to do it - what products work great, where to start. They make it easy to be green.

If you’re looking for ways to make the switch, head over there and see what they have to say. You don’t have to commit to making your whole home green by the end of the week, but maybe you can pick one room and run with it.

February 21, 2008 | Being Green, Shopping

Cloth diapering has made an amazing comeback with the recent “go green” movement as well as the current financial strains on society. Whatever your reasoning for taking interest in cloth diapering there is one thing you should know. Cloth diapers have come a long way from sharp diaper pins and bulky plastic pants. There are many different styles to choose from so you can get that perfect fit for your little ones bum and the perfect fit for whatever lifestyle you lead. (more…)

February 20, 2008 | Bathroom, Laundry, Floors, Kitchen, Vinegar, Cleaning tips, Being Green, Cleaning products

Thanks to Shannon for hosting Works for Me Wednesday. This week I’m going to share the most important tips I have on frugal green cleaning. Let’s face it - stocking up the cabinets with Seventh Generation, Method, and other ‘green’ cleaners can be expensive. But there are ways to do it without breaking the bank. Here goes.

First, raid your pantry. Here are some great cleaners you can make straight out of your pantry: (more…)

Health, Essential oils, Cleaning products

One of the things I love to do when I clean is to add essential oils to natural cleaning products. For example, in my mop bucket I’ll do about 1/2 cup of cider vinegar, fill half full with water, and add 3-4 drops of essential oils, depending on what suits my mood. There are lots to choose from at my local health food store, and I tend to go for things that have good aromatherapy benefits, smell nice in my home, and fulfill some other cleaning and maintenance purpose. Peppermint oil is a great choice lately, for me at least. (more…)

February 17, 2008 | Reviews, Company news, Broom Hugged, Cleaning products

There are so many great companies out there who make non-toxic, safe, environmentally-friendly cleaners. As a company, it’s always hard to weigh the pros and cons of each and make an informed decision about what to use. Until now we’ve been using Organic Excellence (whoops! There goes a trade secret), and we were quite happy with it. In fact, we’re still happy with it. It does a great job, it’s fully biodegradable, Green Seal approved, and it’s highly concentrated. All around, it’s a great product. But it lacks a ’sexy’ quality. And well, we are Broom Huggers, aren’t we? We want something affectionate. Something hot. And to meet that need, we found Shaklee!

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February 16, 2008 | Kids clean, Cleaning tips

Telling a child to go clean his room is like asking an adult to go build a cold fusion generator. Unless your kids are experienced at cleaning their rooms, they won’t know where to start. It takes specific instructions, and the expectation of supervision if you want your child to actually clean his room. So let’s take it in steps. (more…)

February 15, 2008 | Organizing, Kids clean, Cleaning tips

One of the things that irks most of us is that cleaning the house takes so much time. And time is precious, right? So, here are a few tips to make the most of your house cleaning - do it easier, faster, and with less frustration.

1. Gather supplies. You’ll need (more…)
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