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Tools & (Lo-Tox) Products I Use To Clean My Home
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items With three kids and a dog, my house needs constant cleaning. These are the tools and low-tox products my husband and I use. (*Amazon links included - as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases)
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Cleaning Products
These are the low-tox products I use to wash dishes, clean surfaces etc
When we had our kitchen countertops installed, the installer recommend Method as a gentle cleaner.
Method Apple Orchard Cleaning Products Daily Granite Spray Bottle
My goto dishwashing detergent for handwashing plastic and silicone containers. I've tried a LOT of clean brands and this one seems to cut grease the best.
Clean Cult : Dish Soap & Dishwashing Liquid - Target
I've been using this instead of conventional pods and it works so well! (As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases)
Dirty Labs Dishwasher Detergent Booster Scent Free 96
I use this for anything that needs scrubbing. (*Amazon link - as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases)
Shadazzle Natural Cleaner & Polish, Lemon
Vinegar can be pretty harsh so I actually don't use it for cleaning, but I do use it (diluted) to deodorize my sink and sometimes my couch...
White Distilled Vinegar - 64oz - Good & Gather™
For mirrors and glass shower doors...
Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day Lavender Glass Cleaner - 24 fl oz: Paraben-Free, Phthalate-Free, For Mirrors
We used this a LOT when our dog was a puppy....
Nature's Miracle Spray Pet Stain and Odor Remover Enzymatic Formula 32 Oz: Multi-Surface Use, Citrus Scent
For everyday spills and cleaning...
Mrs. Meyer's Clementine Clean Day Multi-Surface Everyday All-Purpose Cleaner - 16 fl oz
Helps to keep our showers fresh between cleaning days...
Method Eucalyptus Mint Daily Shower Cleaner Spray - 28 fl oz
I recently started using these instead of the plastic bottles of liquid stuff...
Clean Cult Toilet Bowl Cleaner Sheets - Sea Spray - 32ct: Ceramic Surface, Cleans, Eliminates Odors, Stains
Some messes require disposable wipes. When I can't find a plastic-free/bio-based one, I use these...
Seventh Generation Lemon Zest Multi-Surface Cleaning Wipes - 70ct
This goes into my Little Green Max cleaner to clean and deodorize my couch and rug.
BISSELL Little Green Pet Oxy Free and Clear for Portable Carpet Cleaners - 32 fl oz
Cleaning Tools
These are the mops and brooms, dusters, sponges, cloths I use to clean...
I try to mostly use reusable products, but make an exception for my Swiffer for quick dog-hair and muddy paws clean ups.
Swiffer Sweep & Mop Starter Kit - 9pc
I mostly avoid fragrances, but since we got our pup I've been using this...
Swiffer Sweeper Pet Heavy Duty Multi-Surface Wet Cloth Refills for Floor Mopping and Cleaning - Fresh scent - 20ct
A replacement for paper towels - these are compostable!
stasher Premium Reusable Dish Cloth Paper Towels - 3pk
Cleaning Appliances
These are the electronic tools I can't clean without!
I use this to clean our sofa and rug after our dog rolls around on them! It has been a game changer!
BISSELL Little Green Max Pet Portable Carpet
I have an older version of this steamer for my tile floors - clean with just water and the toss the pads in the wash. (As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases)
Shark Steam Pocket Mop with 2 Washable Pads
I have an older version of this vacuum that I bought 14 years ago!
Classic C1 Turbo Team Powerline Canister Vacuum
And of course, I can't live withoutmy dishwasher. After buying two expensive ones that didn't last we bought an affordable Whilrpool which has been going strong for several years….
Dishwashers