Thursday, March 15, 2018

How To Reduce Your Use Of Harmful Household Cleaning Products

By Laura Phillips


As we become more aware of the negative effects chemicals can have on our health, it is not surprising that people are searching for ways to replace chemical-based products with more natural alternatives. Harmful household cleaning products can often have many different ingredients in them, some of which can be quite toxic if they are inhaled or if you come into contact with them on a frequent basis. If you want to reduce the amount of toxic products you are using, here are some tips and tricks you may want to try.

You may not think that the product you are using to keep your floors clean or to shine up your bathroom tiles is hurting you but it can. For example, if we are using products and allowing our bare skin to come into contact with them it may mean that we are absorbing toxins through our skin. Others may leave toxic residue on the surfaces in our home that may cause health issues if they are not wiped off completely.

Individuals who find that they react badly from touching cleansers may want to think about wearing rubber gloves or other protective items while cleaning. This may be especially important if you have any breaks in your skin as it may allow chemicals to penetrate more easily. You should also make sure that you wash well after using any cleaning products to make sure that your skin is clear of any toxins.

You may want to ensure that you have enough ventilation if you are cleaning with chemical-based products. As some fumes are only harmful when they have had a chance to build up, opening windows or putting on exhaust fans may help reduce these harmful effects.

Some cleaning products may create toxic fumes if they are mixed together. Some individuals have gotten sick when they mixed toilet cleaner that contained sodium bisulphate with bleach or bleach-based cleaners. This can create chlorine gas which can be deadly if it is inhaled. It is important for you to know what you are cleaning with and to label your products clearly to prevent things like this from happening.

If you want to eliminate the presence of chemicals in your home or you are dealing with chemical sensitivities, you may need to do more than simply wear gloves or a mask. You may need to replace your current roster of cleansers with ones that are more natural. In the past, some chemical-free cleaners did not work as well as their more toxic counterparts but this has changed and many products are now very effective.

Of course, if you want to make sure that the products you use are as natural and chemical-free as possible you may need to make your own. Looking online will show you the wide range of different options that are available and which will allow you to keep your home clean and toxin-free.

Of course, changing everything at once can be overwhelming and expensive. You may want to replace one or two at a time and try several different options before you find one that is right for your needs. It may also mean that you will need to work harder or let products sit a little bit longer in order to get the beautiful, gleaming, healthy home you have always wanted.




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