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Everyday non-toxic home upgrades
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items As a family, we’ve been making small changes toward a cleaner, healthier home. These are our favorite kitchen, cleaning, and everyday swaps that feel safer, practical, and realistic for daily life.
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Non-toxic kitchen
Safer cleaning products
Air & environment
Food storage swaps
Everyday household swaps
Kid-safe home picks
Non-toxic kitchen
One of our favorite “buy once” kitchen pieces. Enameled cast iron heats evenly, lasts forever, and skips the nonstick coatings. Perfect for soups, sourdough, sauces, and one-pot dinners.
Hamilton Beach 5.5Qt Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven
Our go-to swap from nonstick. Stainless steel is super durable, doesn’t chip or peel, and once you learn the preheat trick, food releases beautifully.
Stainless Steel Cookware & Sets
A countertop oven we use almost daily. It cooks fast, replaces multiple appliances, and helps us avoid microwaving in plastic. Great for quick meals without heating the whole kitchen.
Best Air Fryer Toaster Oven - Non-Toxic 6-in-1 Wonder Oven– ...
Durable, natural, and plastic-free, these wooden utensils are a simple swap for a healthier kitchen. Perfect for cooking and serving without scratching cookware.
American-made Wooden Utensils
This electric kettle heats water quickly and efficiently, cutting down on stovetop time. A simple swap for a faster, more convenient, and energy-conscious kitchen routine.
Beautiful 1.7-Liter Electric Kettle 1500 W with One-Touch Activation, Porcini Taupe by Drew Barrymore - Walmart.com
A simple swap for a cleaner kitchen—sturdy glass, easy to measure, and built to last.
Pyrex 3-pc Glass Measuring Cup Set
Durable, easy to clean, and basically indestructible — the mixing bowls we use for everything.
Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls
Safer cleaning products
A plant- and mineral-based concentrate we use for counters, bathrooms, glass, and even laundry. One bottle replaces a whole cabinet of cleaners.
Branch Basics Fragrance-Free Concentrate All-Purpose Cleaner - 8oz
Refillable amber glass spray bottles for homemade or concentrated cleaners. The glass is durable and reusable, while the amber tint helps protect contents from light exposure.
Better Homes and Gardens Re-useable Glass Spray Bottle, Amber, 24 oz.
We keep these on rotation for counters, spills, and quick cleanups. They’re washable, reusable, and cut down a ton on paper towel use.
Mainstays Microfiber Assorted Solid Colors Dishcloths, 18 Piece
A simple swap that helps reduce dryer time, static, and replaces disposable dryer sheets.
Handy Laundry Wool Dryer Balls - Natural Softener
This is our laundry staple for a cleaner, gentler home. Dye- and perfume-free, it keeps clothes fresh without irritating sensitive skin.
Tide Free & Gentle Unscented HE Deep Cleaning Concentrated Liquid Laundry Detergent 100 Loads - 132 fl oz
Air & environment
A compact air purifier designed for small spaces. Helps reduce dust, allergens, and airborne particles, making bedrooms, nurseries, or offices feel fresher.
Levoit Core Mini Air Purifier with Night Light Cream White
We love this as a safer alternative to burning candles. No flame, less soot, and the scent still fills the room—great for homes with kids or pets.
Sparoom Candle Lamp Warmer Crystal Ribbed Shade: Electric Glass Warmer, Contemporary Decor, Rose Gold
We use this to make our home feel instantly more relaxing. Just a few drops of essential oil and the whole space feels calm and refreshed.
ASAKUKI 500ml Ultrasonic Essential Oil Diffuser
One of our favorite low-maintenance houseplants. Snake plants help purify the air, tolerate low light, and only need occasional watering—perfect for adding greenery without the fuss.
Snake Plant Laurentii | Low Light Plants & Houseplants Delivery
Food storage swaps
We swapped our plastic containers for these borosilicate glass ones. They’re easy to clean, don’t stain, and can handle everything from fridge storage to reheating meals.
High Borosilicate Glass Food Container
We use mason jars for everything—leftovers, snacks, smoothies, and pantry staples. They’re sturdy, easy to clean, and endlessly reusable.
Mason Jars & Canning Supplies in Kitchen Storage & Organization(226)
These wraps make food storage feel a little more intentional. Soft, reusable, and perfect for everyday kitchen use.
Simply Green Beeswax Food Wraps Assorted - 2.64 sq ft
Everyday household swaps
Upgrade your daily shower with this filtered shower head set. Reduces chlorine, heavy metals, and impurities in your water, making showers gentler on skin and hair. The handheld option adds convenience for rinsing kids, pets, or hard-to-reach spots.
The Shower System
A more sustainable alternative to disposable sponges. This dish brush has a sturdy handle and replaceable head, helping reduce waste while still tackling everyday dishes.
Dish Brush - Everspring™
I carry my Stanley everywhere—staying hydrated while cutting down on disposable bottles. Easy to clean, sturdy, and a simple step toward a more sustainable home.
Stanley Tumbler
Kid-safe home picks
A simple upgrade for bath time. This filter helps reduce chlorine and other impurities in tap water, which can be gentler on your children’s sensitive skin and hair.
Baby Bath Tub Filter
Non-toxic, durable, and kid-proof—porcelain plates with silicone sleeves for everyday meals.
6.7"/16cm Porcelain White Divided Plates with Silicone Suction Sleeves
These glass baby bottles fully coated in silicone with all-silicone parts are non-toxic, durable, and easy to clean—built for safe, everyday feedings.
Bond® Silicone Glass Bottle 4oz or 8oz, 2pk