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Cleaning products
Buy natural household cleaners
Biokleen Natural Household Cleaners
Biokleen offers a full line of biodegradable, eco-friendly household cleaners. It also has a complete line of toxin-free soy-based cleaners.Earth Friendly Kleeners
From floor to shower and everywhere in between, Earth Friendly's line of biodegradable cleaning products are free of enzymes, phosphates, chlorine, cocamide DEA, DEA, petroleum, and alcohol, and are scented with natural oils like tea tree and lavender.Eco-Products Eco Cleaners
Eco-Products features a full line of bathroom, kitchen, glass, and surface cleaners, free from toxics and harmful ingredients.Ecover Ecological Floor Soap
Ecover's specialized floor soap contains natural linseed oil, but they don't stop there. From dishes to laundry to shower to counter tops, check out Ecover's line of eco-friendly cleaning products.Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day Products
Mrs. Meyer's aromatherapeutic cleaning supplies are made with natural essential oils, are biodegradable and phosphate-free, and never tested on animals.Natural Choices Home Safe Products
Natural Choices offers a complete line of cleaning products that are environmentally safe, nontoxic, and derived from natural raw materials whenever possible.Petganics floor cleaner
This nontoxic floor cleaner is safe for humans, the environment, and most importantly, your pet.Seaside Naturals simple. pure. clean natural cleaners
This all-natural line of cleaning products combines the power of plant- and vegetable-based ingredients with pure essential oils for their cleaning properties and aromatherapy health benefits.Seventh Generation Free and Clear All Purpose Cleaner
Seventh Generation products use plant-based cleaning agents making them nontoxic, free of unpleasant fumes, petroleum, and dangerous chemicals. They are biodegradable, vegan, and cruelty-free.Shaklee Basic H2™ Organic Super Cleaning Concentrate
These ultraconcentrated products add up to powerful cleaners when mixed with water. A mere 16 ounces becomes 48 gallons of a versatile cleaner that's nontoxic and biodegradable.The Clean Environment Company Natural Cleaners
This full line of cleaning products is safer for the environment and human health and has a proven record in commercial operations.
Use castile soap
Country Rose Castile Liquid Soap
Made with 100 percent pure olive oil, this soap has no added foaming ingredients that can pollute natural waterways. It can be used to wash hair and skin, as well as laundry and dishes, and is completely biodegradable.Dr. Bronner's Magic Soaps
Dr. Bronner's has been making its iconic, earth-friendly castile soaps from coconut, hemp, jojoba, and olive oils for over 50 years. The soaps are completely vegetable-based and biodegradable.Kirk's Original Coco Castile soaps
Kirk's carries on the all-natural castile tradition with everything from bar soaps to liquid soaps to shampoo and conditioner. All products are biodegradable, cruelty-free, and contain no harsh preservatives.Shadow Lake Pure Castile Soap
This liquid castile soap, available in Fresh Ginger, Peppermint Leaf, Eucalyptus-Spearmint, and Vanilla-Almond, is a true multipurpose wonder: use for bathing, shaving, general household cleaning, pet grooming, diaper cleaning, and much more.The Blue Ridge Soap Shed Eco Bar Soap
The Blue Ridge Soap Shed, a North Carolina-based purveyor of soaps made the traditional way, crafts (from scratch, naturally) this 100 percent olive oil soap for crusty nature boys and girls who want to bathe in freshwater streams without impacting the environment.Vermont Soap Organics Castile Bath and Shower Gels
Made with USDA Certified Organic ingredients (oils of olive, coconut, and jojoba), these soaps come in a variety of sizes and fragrances, including unscented. Good for all skin types.
Use a natural drain cleaner
Cobra Products Zip-It Drain Cleaner
Zip-it Drain Cleaner is an inexpensive, flexible-toothed strip of plastic for snagging shallow clogs and drawing them out of a drain. Works on most household drains and doesn't require chemicals.Earth Enzymes Natural Drain Opener
Earth Enzyme Natural Drain Opener uses a proprietary enzyme system to break up and remove food particles, grease, fats, and other organics that cause drain blockage.Kleer Drain Instant Drain Opener
Uses the power of CO2 cartridges and compressed air to blast out clogs. Can be used for bathtubs, sinks, and showers. No toxic chemicals are used.
Choose natural laundry detergent
Biokleen laundry detergent
Biokleen has concentrated liquid and powder detergents.Ecover Ecological Laundry Powder
Ecover's Ecological Laundry Powder doesn't leave petrochemical residue on clothes. Ecover's scientists have worked to find effective natural ingredients instead of harsh petrochemical ingredients found in many traditional detergents. Ideal for cold water washes.Ecover Laundry Detergent
Ecover's detergents and fragrances are made from plant-based ingredients.Maggie's Soap Nuts
Tired of using non-biodegradable, allergy-triggering laundry detergents? Go nuts with Maggie's Soap Nuts. This remarkable chemical detergent alternative consists of the dried, natural surfactant-rich fruits of the Chinese Soapberry tree of India and Indonesia.Natural Choice Oxy-Boost
Natural Choice offers a non-chlorine bleach.Natural Choice Oxy-Prime Laundry Detergent
This nontoxic and allergy-free detergent from Natural Choice is safe for those with chemical sensitivities.Seventh Generation Free & Clear Laundry Powder
This laundry powder uses coconut-based surfactants to naturally clean clothes. It contains no dyes, fragrances, chlorine bleach, petroleum-based cleaners, or optical brighteners.Seventh Generation Liquid Laundry Detergent
Seventh Generation's vegetable-based laundry detergents contain no chlorine, dyes, phosphates, or artificial fragrances.Shaklee Get Clean™ Fresh Laundry Fragrance Free Concentrate
In powder form, this superconcentrated formula provides maximum efficiency. A 5.5 lb. box washes 88 loads with enzyme-activated cleaners that keep whites white and colors bright.Shaklee Get Clean™ Fresh Laundry Liquid Concentrate
This superconcentrated liquid laundry detergent also acts as a powerful spot stain remover. With natural, biodegradable ingredients, Shaklee's Fresh Laundry is hypoallergenic and contains no phosphates or chlorine.Sun & Earth
This product claims to be a 'deep cleaning' liquid detergent that is hypoallergenic, biodegradable, nontoxic, and does not contain allergens, dyes, perfumes or petroleum-based solvents.
Choose natural dishwashing soap
ECOS Wave Dishwashing Products
ECOS has a wide variety of eco-friendly cleaning products, including these dishwasher solutions. Choose from Wave dishwashing liquid, dishwasher powder, or dishwasher tablets, depending on your cleaning preferences.Ecover Dishwasher Tablets
Discover the convenience of Ecover's dishwasher tablets. These easy-to-use tabs are made from plant-based ingredients so they decompose quickly and completely. There's no animal testing on their products, and it even comes in a box made with 95 percent recycled materials.method dish soaps
These naturally derived dish soaps are available in cucumber, lavender, and grapefruit varieties. Their dish soap is made from simple ingredients like table salt, corn oil, and citric acid and comes in a variety of scents including green and herbaceous, gourmet, citrus, floral and fruity, and even fragrance-free.Mrs. Meyer's Automatic Dishwashing Gel
Give Mrs. Meyer's a try for your dishwashing needs. The automatic dishwashing gel is phosphate-free and readily biodegradable and it comes in lavender, lemon verbena, and geranium scents. They've also got regular dish soaps for those preferring to handwash their dishes.Natural Choices Free Dishwashing Liquid
Soy-based product developed for individuals with asthma, allergies, and other chemical sensitivities. It's free of dyes, fragrances, phosphates, chlorine, and petroleum solvents, but will do a great job on your toughest dishes.OurHouse Dish Liquid
OurHouse Liquid Dish Soap is made from readily biodegradable surfactants which ensures they break down in very little time, compared to conventional products. They'll do the job well without compromising the health of you or the planet.Seventh Generation Free & Clear Dishwashing Soap
Seventh Generation Free & Clear dishwashing liquid is nontoxic and biodegradable, and contains no dyes, fragrances, chlorine, or phosphates. They've got some automatic dishwasher detergents, too.Shaklee Dish Wash Automatic Concentrate
This natural, biodegradable dishwasher detergent contains deep, enzyme-activated cleaning power that gently removes tough stains, leaving dishes and glasses sparkling clean.Shaklee Dish Wash Concentrate
This nontoxic, concentrated dishwashing liquid is tough on grease but not on your hands. With a formula that's natural and biodegradable, you can even use it while camping because it's safe and works well in warm or cold water.Your Guide to Green Oasis Biocompatible Soap
Totally biodegradable and biocompatible, this 22 oz bottle of dish soap is infused with tea tree oil for cleaning and aloe vera for conditioning. The bottle is made of recycled plastic and a portion of the profits is donated to organizations like the Sierra Club.
Choose natural metal polishes
Homewood Metal Polish
For brass, copper, stainless steel, bronze, pewter, chrome, silver, and aluminum.Howard Naturals Stainless Steel Cleaner
Vegetable-derived cleaner is nontoxic and safe for use in kitchens.Ourhouse Minerals and Metals Cleaner
Cleans brass, chrome and stainless steel, among other surfaces.Planet Natural Metal Polish
Cleans and polishes brass, copper, stainless, bronze, pewter, chrome, silver, aluminum.Quick Shine Metal Polish
Quick Shine Metal Polish is biodegradable and contains no petroleum-based ingredients.
Choose eco-friendly paper towels
Cascades Extreme 100 percent recycled paper towel
Canadian brand of 100 percent recycled paper towel has Absorbent Cells® which help with water retention and maintain the towel’s shape when wet. Towels are made with a high percentage of post-consumer waste fibers, are produced with 80 percent less water than the industry average, and come in recycled/recyclable plastic. It is bleached without chlorine and is safe for septic systems. Comes in Jumbo or Mega rolls of multi-sized sheets.Green Forest Recycled paper towel
Order some Green Forest 2-ply paper towels for easy clean-up without the guilt of cutting down forests. They contain a minimum of 40 percent post-consumer recycled content, are whitened without the use of chlorine, and are soft, strong, and absorbent.Marcal 100 percent recycled paper towel
Made with 40 to 60 percent post-consumer recycled fibers and processed chlorine-free, Marcal's 2-ply, white perforated paper towels are part of a range of eco-friendly products offered. Marcal's earth-conscious efforts have saved 6,000 trees, 2 million gallons of water, 140,000 gallons of oil, 30,000 cubic feet of landfill space, and 22,000 pounds of pollution to date.Natural Value Recycled paper towel
Natural Value’s paper towels are made with 35 percent post-consumer recycled content, are free of chlorine bleach, and made with high-quality recycled fibers. They also make PVC-free plastic freezer bags, degradable garbage bags, and unbleached, natural parchment paper.Seventh Generation 100 percent recycled paper towels
Seventh Generation’s paper towels are made with 90 percent post-consumer fibers, are unscented, and have no added dyes or fragrances. Their Right Size format allows you to use only what you need and are available in white (whitened without chlorine) or brown (unbleached). Seventh Generation carries a large variety of household products, including other paper products, cleaning agents, and laundry detergent. Most of their products are available in local groceries and health food stores.Skoy Cloth Kitchen Towels
Skoy offers 100% biodegradable, reusable cloth towels made in Europe. According to Skoy, these bad boys absorb 15 times their own weight!Whole Foods 365 Everyday Value paper towels
These 2-ply paper towels are relatively inexpensive (at about $1.39 per roll) and are made with 100 percent recycled paper, 80 percent of which is post-consumer content. Of course, they’re also whitened without chlorine bleach and are fragrance-free, and come with multi-sized perforations, making it easy to use only as much as you need. Purchase them at any Whole Foods Market.
Comments
2:17pm
For dusting, forget the expensive dusting products (even the natural ones!) -- simple water on a cloth will work for 99% of the jobs.
2:13pm
Thats a very good point, but be careful using just water on wood furniture, it can dry the wood out and ruin your dresser!
5:13pm
good point, toenopaw -- whats *your* favorite "natural" product for cleaning wood?
3:29pm
I really love mixing vinegar and oil (olive or vegtable whatever you have on hand is fine) and lemon juice or lemon essential oil to polish my furniture. If you use lemon juice be sure to keep any left overs in the fridge.