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bookmark_borderThe BEST Tips for Eco-Friendly Spring Cleaning

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Hey earth muffins! Spring is finally here – and I’m loving it! This weekend I did a deep clean of my house, which included sorting through some stuff and donating to a local secondhand shop. While spring cleaning isn’t always the most exciting thing, it is definitely rewarding. You can stay sustainable as you clean too – keep reading for the best tips on eco-friendly spring cleaning!

~Use natural (or DIY) cleaners

What you use to clean is one of the most important parts of spring cleaning. You want to make sure these cleaners are good for your family (and pets) as well as being good for Mother Earth. I personally use an all-purpose cleaner made from simple ingredients or Koala Eco’s natural cleaner. There are plenty of ways to stay eco-friendly with your cleaning supples – check out this full list of everything you need for zero waste cleaning.

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bookmark_borderHere’s Everything You Need for Zero Waste Cleaning

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Hey earth muffins! When I started my eco journey, I made it a goal that once I used up all my cleaners I would slowly replace them with eco-friendly alternatives. This goal has been stretched out after moving in with my boyfriend because he also came with a lot of plastic bottled cleaners…. BUT, I have finally been able to start using zero waste cleaners! If you are interested in how to zero waste your cleaning supplies, this is the full list of everything you could ever need for zero waste cleaning. Let’s jump right into it!

The Essentials

You can’t do sustainable cleaning without vinegar and baking soda. I buy a huge container of vinegar and keep it under my sink. It is multi-purpose and can be used as a cleanser, deodorizer, and even to cut grease. My favorite easy-to-make all-purpose cleaner is also made with vinegar. Baking soda is another great thing to have in bulk. It is an abrasive (and also a deodorizer)… It makes my sinks/shower shine and can even be used to unclog drains too.

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