tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1542806651392353413.post3826575568110283652..comments2024-03-26T00:14:00.509-07:00Comments on Crunchy Chicken: Green CleanUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger60125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1542806651392353413.post-397257253999126822009-03-21T19:11:00.000-07:002009-03-21T19:11:00.000-07:00A great find if you are limited on where you can s...A great find if you are limited on where you can shop is Arm & Hammer phosphate free, vegetable based laundry detergent. It is found at Target. Green bottle!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1542806651392353413.post-682988076183405772009-03-21T19:10:00.000-07:002009-03-21T19:10:00.000-07:00Shaklee is high on the list for comparible product...Shaklee is high on the list for comparible products. The H2 will cover you from counter tops to windows and diluted you can even wash your fruit & veggies. Their germacide will cleanse and disenfect twice as well as bleach based products but without the hazard. However if ordering or finding a rep is not for you. I am fond of Seventh Generation spray, Ecover dishwasher, and Sun & Earth Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1542806651392353413.post-46067466007103951502008-10-25T19:40:00.000-07:002008-10-25T19:40:00.000-07:00Regarding Mr. Clean Magic Eraser, it is not toxic....Regarding Mr. Clean Magic Eraser, it is not toxic. See the Snopes article http://www.snopes.com/medical/toxins/eraser.asp<BR/><BR/>I love the Magic Eraser for the very fact that I don't have to use any substances at all, just water and some very light "elbow grease".Flohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05904155772739837166noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1542806651392353413.post-52877125390687152242008-08-28T23:42:00.000-07:002008-08-28T23:42:00.000-07:001. bathrooms: Shaklee all purpose cleaner/2. count...1. bathrooms: Shaklee all purpose cleaner/<BR/><BR/>2. countertops: Shaklee liquid dishwashing which I dilute.<BR/><BR/>3. mildew: Once again Shaklees Basic H2 which will remove mildew and mold.<BR/><BR/>4. soap scum: Shaklee's scour off paste.<BR/><BR/>5. windows: Shaklee's Basic H2 which takes 2 drops to 16 oz of water.<BR/><BR/>6. laundry: Still Shaklee, they have it in powder or liquid Cheryl C McNeilhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14878838425278798330noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1542806651392353413.post-73532835219588093952008-08-15T08:32:00.000-07:002008-08-15T08:32:00.000-07:00I use Arm and Hammer Essentials multi-purpose clea...I use Arm and Hammer Essentials multi-purpose cleaner! Love it for cleaning everything, including glass!<BR/>Arm and Hammer also has an Essentials, dye and fragrance free, laundry detergent!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05845386362706638306noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1542806651392353413.post-59563892364021911652008-04-11T08:13:00.000-07:002008-04-11T08:13:00.000-07:00The best things about green cleaning I learned fro...The best things about green cleaning I learned from here: http://www.monkeysee.com/play/2211-how-to-green-clean-a-bathroom<BR/>It's a video from a company that specializes in professional green cleaning.<BR/>Their best trick is using a white scotchbright like pad pretty much everywhere. My bathroom has never been so clean, so fast and easy.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1542806651392353413.post-50028568266595720552008-04-10T14:23:00.000-07:002008-04-10T14:23:00.000-07:00About that Murphy Oil Soap we all love...I don't l...About that Murphy Oil Soap we all love...I don't love it so much anymore since I found out about the <A HREF="http://www.blogiversity.org/forums/p/3641/4095/aspx#4095" REL="nofollow">potassium hydroxide</A> in it. That't the stuff they use for electroplating, de-horning calves, and other nastiness. For your wood floors, stick with a vinegar solutions.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1542806651392353413.post-55889797285493223112008-02-18T12:37:00.000-08:002008-02-18T12:37:00.000-08:00Wow this is like heaven to me seeing your post and...Wow this is like heaven to me seeing your post and reading all these wonderful comments. I have been researching chemical cleaners and health and at the same time looking for natural alternatives and am in the process of switching over everything in our house to more healthy and enviro friendly options.<BR/>So everything that the other commenters put pretty much sums it up with vinegar and Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1542806651392353413.post-62425610231312301812008-02-01T11:58:00.000-08:002008-02-01T11:58:00.000-08:00I use this to clean countertops, sink, stove,refri...I use this to clean countertops, sink, stove,refridgerator (inside and out), and just about every surface in my kitchen. It also works as a great window cleaner, because the small drop of soap stops streaking.<BR/><BR/>All-Purpose Anti-Bacterial Cleaner:<BR/>1/2 water 1/2 white vinegar<BR/>4 drops grapefruit seed extract (anti-bacterial)<BR/>10 drops essential oils (I like lemon and lemongrass!)<Joyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12962441869189944219noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1542806651392353413.post-35034652609322811012007-07-12T09:05:00.000-07:002007-07-12T09:05:00.000-07:00I am now using Burt's Bees products for my face an...I am now using Burt's Bees products for my face and OH MY are they wonderful! I got wild lettuce soap and toner and the royal jelly mosturizer and after 2 weeks my shin hasn't looked this good in years. Thanks to all your readers for the tips!..sueAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1542806651392353413.post-81279103726940819612007-07-07T13:44:00.000-07:002007-07-07T13:44:00.000-07:00I know this sounds gross, but we try to use baking...I know this sounds gross, but we try to use baking soda as a last resort on our counters 'cause of how abrasive it can be... but if you've got some food thing stuck on your counter, SPIT on it, let it sit for a bit, then rub it out with a cloth - the enzymes in your spit help disolve the nasty gunk away! I always wipe down my counters with either hot soapy water/then clean rag or vinegar after Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1542806651392353413.post-16029655237768871162007-07-03T21:17:00.000-07:002007-07-03T21:17:00.000-07:00I use Seventh Generation Free and Clear Dish Soap ...I use Seventh Generation Free and Clear Dish Soap for everything, and I mean everything -- dishes, bathroom, windows [with vinegar], floors, laundry [use much less, save $$$, works great], even shampoo. I was amazed at how nice my hair came out, with a little vinegar spritz for detangling. Shiny, clean, no gunk, no fragrance [which gives me migraines].Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1542806651392353413.post-77070887723116033802007-07-02T21:25:00.000-07:002007-07-02T21:25:00.000-07:00Holy cow, everyone! Ask and ye shall receive. Or, ...Holy cow, everyone! Ask and ye shall receive. Or, something like that.<BR/><BR/>Anyway, I'm trying out Citrasolve and baking soda and lemon for pretty much everything and I must say, so far I'm impressed. It does take a little extra man-power but who knew that I'd spend <I>extra</I> time scrubbing the tub because I was soooo enjoying the smell of lemon and baking soda. That and the whole bubblingCrunchy Chickenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10612320939936593420noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1542806651392353413.post-49789011444853228102007-06-29T10:25:00.000-07:002007-06-29T10:25:00.000-07:00Products I use:baking soda (for surfaces that need...Products I use:<BR/><BR/>baking soda (for surfaces that need scrubbing, like sinks and bathtubs)<BR/><BR/>Vinegar and hydrogen peroxide (sprayed one after the other, kills more germs than bleach - only use for things I cut meat on and in cat box, some places in bathroom)<BR/><BR/>Diluted vinegar<BR/><BR/>Castille soap (Dr. Bronners)<BR/><BR/>Nature Clean dishwashing liquid and toilet cleaner (Tracyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17268626403040745983noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1542806651392353413.post-23781868114915959492007-06-28T23:04:00.000-07:002007-06-28T23:04:00.000-07:00Hi there everyone, I haven't been checking in that...Hi there everyone, I haven't been checking in that often as I am running around CA on vacation, but this is a topic I am interested in quite a bit right now. I enjoyed reading all of your responses so far. As for us, in our home we have been moving to the home made organic cleaners. I figure that if I want a safe cleaner it might as well be something I can put together myself in the kitchen. I amP~https://www.blogger.com/profile/13403847624491620709noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1542806651392353413.post-50293525852747481062007-06-28T07:46:00.000-07:002007-06-28T07:46:00.000-07:00I replaced all of my cleaners over a few months ti...I replaced all of my cleaners over a few months time and have been "green" with my cleaning for quite a few years...here's my list.<BR/><BR/>1. bathrooms-Bon Ami (scrubbing the tub) and Vinegar (toiliet, counters, mopping)<BR/>2. countertops (Sun and Earth--it's a wonderful product--found in some groceries and on their website).<BR/>3. mildew (Straight Vinegar)<BR/>4. soap scum (Bon Ami or bakingWalking Greenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04127964279650303273noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1542806651392353413.post-84654073604610868162007-06-27T21:39:00.000-07:002007-06-27T21:39:00.000-07:00I have to re-iterate what someone else said: MICRO...I have to re-iterate what someone else said: MICROFIBRE CLOTHS. You do NOT need any soap or chemical product, only water.<BR/><BR/>I recently attended a home-party to demonstrate "Norwex" microfibre products and they are awesome. Apparently, they have colloidal silver in them, which is one of the few materials on which bacteria cannot survive. It makes the cloths "antibacterial."<BR/><BR/>Don't Correnehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02337679065167216222noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1542806651392353413.post-35498345757476362632007-06-27T20:33:00.000-07:002007-06-27T20:33:00.000-07:001. bathrooms: Haven't switched yet. 2. countertops...1. bathrooms: Haven't switched yet. <BR/><BR/>2. countertops: SAL Suds diluted.<BR/><BR/>3. mildew: Diluted vinegar sprayed directly on it will kill it. Method bathroom cleaner does a great job, too.<BR/><BR/>4. soap scum: baking soda made into a paste<BR/><BR/>5. windows: Diluted vinegar, microfiber towels.<BR/><BR/>6. laundry: I like Method. For cloth diapers, I just use Dr. Bronner's with tea knitterwifemomhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17488324374661691578noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1542806651392353413.post-21090820613871284982007-06-27T19:10:00.000-07:002007-06-27T19:10:00.000-07:00Check out "Better Basics for the Home" by Annie Be...Check out "Better Basics for the Home" by Annie Berthold-Bond. The book is full of non-toxic recipes for cleaning, body, hair and skin care. Very easy, very fun!<BR/><BR/>GracieAAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1542806651392353413.post-12244750974679816692007-06-27T16:53:00.000-07:002007-06-27T16:53:00.000-07:00Just a tip...I cut my dryer sheets into thirds. Th...Just a tip...I cut my dryer sheets into thirds. They work as well as a full sheet and 80 of them will work for 240 loads of clothes...sueAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1542806651392353413.post-18246048089364448292007-06-27T14:57:00.000-07:002007-06-27T14:57:00.000-07:00OK, I don't have a lot to add, but I do things sli...OK, I don't have a lot to add, but I do things slightly differently. <BR/><BR/>1. bathrooms: white vinegar (from a gallon jug), baking soda, elbow grease, retired cloth diapers<BR/><BR/>2. countertops: white vinegar<BR/><BR/>3. mildew: white vinegar, baking soda, tolerance<BR/><BR/>4. soap scum: baking soda<BR/><BR/>5. windows: vinegar, retired cloth diapers<BR/><BR/>6. laundry: Whole Foods Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08049220641819627373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1542806651392353413.post-68725323073403490912007-06-27T04:33:00.000-07:002007-06-27T04:33:00.000-07:00I highly recomend Shaklee Get Clean products. I'v...I highly recomend Shaklee Get Clean products. I've been using Shaklee for 21 years, and I'm only 28. Now that I have my own place, and can't afford much, Shaklee is a huge money saver. You use so little of each item at a time and don't have to replace the products very often. Sometimes over a year or two.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1542806651392353413.post-38723827664117148592007-06-27T01:51:00.000-07:002007-06-27T01:51:00.000-07:00I highly recommend checking out http://www.zenclea...I highly recommend checking out http://www.zencleansing.com as the book is fabulous and super affordable.Isle Dancehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04755103029114698264noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1542806651392353413.post-438050065000200212007-06-26T20:39:00.000-07:002007-06-26T20:39:00.000-07:00okay sounds like baking soda, borax, vinegar, and ...okay sounds like baking soda, borax, vinegar, and elbow grease are the big winners<BR/><BR/>my other votes are for seventh generation (for some reason method hasn't appealed because when i look at the colors and the ingredient lists they scare me)<BR/><BR/>hair: Nature's Gate shampoos and conditioners<BR/><BR/>teeth: Tom's<BR/><BR/>face: Burt's Bees soaps<BR/><BR/>i've tried dr.bronner's and Simply Authentichttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10149087342124493037noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1542806651392353413.post-38917116548242174042007-06-26T20:19:00.000-07:002007-06-26T20:19:00.000-07:00I just starting trying to use baking soda more as ...I just starting trying to use baking soda more as a cleaning product, but I am concerned about the amount of animal testing that arm & hammer does. Have any of you found a more ethical alternative?HeatherKhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14413088467810465729noreply@blogger.com