Im looking for a safe and effective all-purpose cleaner that I can use around the kitchen and in the bathroom that is bactericidal without being harmful to my health. I have chemical sensitivities. Many people tell me to use vinegar since it is safe. But does vinegar really kill germs? Is it bactericidal? Just because something is acidic(like vinegar or a lemon) does it mean it kills germs?
I tryed bleach and it does live up to its claims. I diluted a tablespoon of bleach mixed with 32 ounces of water. However, bleach seems to irritate my lungs somewhat. What about ammonia is that effective? Hydrogen peroxide? Im looking for a product based on facts that works and is safe.
Which all purpose cleaners work the best?
2007-02-28 05:26:29 · 8 answers · asked by usa_jcrew68 1 in Health ➔ Alternative Medicine
Have you tried simple green? It smells great and is pretty organic
2007-02-28 06:10:55 · answer #1 · answered by enord 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Right now I am using hydrogen peroxide as an all-purpose cleaner. You simply mix it 50/50 with water in a spray bottle and voila! I use it on my kitchen counters, and all over the bathroom. I also have a book that my mom got me for Christmas called "Clean House, Clean Planet" by Karen Logan. It is chock full of recipes for natural, safe household cleaners (she uses things like vinegar, lemons, baking soda, etc). I have recently been using a vinegar/water mixture for cleaning my floors with some peppermint essential oil to make it smell nice. It works wonderfully!! And it leaves my home smelling clean and fresh...no chemical smells! I love it!
2007-02-28 08:39:20 · answer #2 · answered by Amber I 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Vinegar and peroxide are excellent and there are 2 recomendations for natural products. Simple green will be too toxic for you. I tried it and could not have it in the house. I had a similar problem. Ammonia will be too powerful unless you cover your mouth and only put a teaspoon in a gallon of water.
2007-02-28 15:43:44 · answer #3 · answered by commonsense2265 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Baking Soda
2007-02-28 07:16:05 · answer #4 · answered by emce 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
OMG, listen to the Vinegar people. it works. If you are still paranoid, then use fresh squeezed grapefruit juice with the vinegar. White Grapefruit juice is an extremely powerful and natural anti-bacterial.
2007-02-28 06:15:55 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
I use Amazon Clean and Green on everthing from pet stains to washing veggies. its a concentrated formula and you dilute it so it can be used for gentle cleaning or really grubby stuff. Only plant extracts are used. It is very effective.
2007-02-28 06:56:59 · answer #6 · answered by earthenergyherbs 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
we have been using a cleaner called The Botanical Miracle.It is totally non-toxic,totally chemical free,totally safe.Details at www.dna911.info.It is highly concentrated and can be diluted for many applications.
2007-02-28 11:13:28 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
http://www.repair-home.com/Cleaning_Solutions,_Cleaning_with_Vinegar_and_Natural_Cleaning_Products.html
2007-02-28 11:13:04 · answer #8 · answered by Lonelyplanet 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋