When Green Isn't Green

Natural cleaning is an age-old practice which is being rejuvenated by the "green" movement that is sweeping the world. Many are seeking to join this movement but aren't sure where to begin. There are many products on the market which are promoted as "safe" or "green". The sad truth is that many of these products aren't truly safe and/or aren't truly supporting the green movement. But how can a person tell which products are good to buy and which aren't?


Follow the Dollar
Our motto is "follow the dollar". If a company is selling products which are "green" but continue to produce products that are toxic, their integrity should be questioned. Are they truly working for the greater good? Or are they making a buck off of the popularity of the green movement? A company which is truly in support of a safer alternative and a healthier planet will sell only natural/green products. If, however, a company is selling "green" products while still producing toxic products, they are disingenuous at best. Whether to lend financial support to them should be strongly considered. More importantly, it's time to ask what ingredients may be in their products, having come from factories producing toxins.

Ingredient List
Look at the label of the product you're considering. Can you read the ingredients? Are the ingredients even listed? A company with integrity and true dedication towards a healthy world will list their ingredients. They have nothing to hide. You should be able to pronounce these ingredients.

Cost
While cost isn't necessarily an indicator of lack of integrity or toxicity of product, it is a consideration to most of us. Many people will choose a toxic cleaning product simply because they believe the alternative will be more expensive. Cost can be a major factor in whether a person decides to "go green" or not.  As "green" has become more popular, the prices have become more competitive (supply and demand!) and therefore more affordable.

Keep It Simple
So what other options are there? How can a person "go green" and be sure that the cleaners they choose are truly safe?  The answer is simple: Open your cupboard. There you'll find most of your green cleaning kit. The rest of your kit is almost as simple. There is no need to spend a small fortune or rack your brain deciding which products to purchase. You have most of the ingredients in your home already! You simply need someone to help you pull it together.

Check out some of the recipes and cleaning tips we have here at Naturally Maid Cleaning.

What do you consider the best product or ingredient for cleaning your house?
Naturally Yours,
Michelle Cannon