| NON-TOXIC
ALTERNATIVES Safe and effective substitutes for toxic products are available and have been successfully used for years. But there is an added bonus . . . you'll probably save money ! Natural cleaning or 'green cleaning' is a way to clean your home with fewer cleaning products and safer alternatives - this can produce less waste and reduce the need for harmful chemicals. |
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your natural cleaning kit . . . |
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| White vinegar - cuts grease and is a deodoriser and mild disinfectant. | Washing soda - cuts grease and removes stains | Pure soap - is a general purpose cleaner that biodegrades completely. |
| Lemon juice - is a mild bleach, a deodorant and a cleaning agent. | Bicarbonate of soda (Baking soda) - cleans, deodorises, softens water and is a good scouring powder. | Borax - is a naturally occurring mineral salt. It cleans, deodorises, bleaches and disinfects. Borax is also used to control pests such as ants and cockroaches. |
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the Hunter Waste Board on 02 49400400 to receive your FREE Guide to Natural Cleaning. The guide includes safe and simple recipes for cleaning every room in the house and even the car!!!! |
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| IF
YOU MUST PURCHASE TOXICS There are times when products with toxic ingredients can not be avoided. In such cases, be sure to read the product label very carefully and; Always use the product according to the directions provided by the manufacturer. Try to buy only the amount needed. Use up the product whenever you can. Store the product carefully in its original container. Consider donating any extra product, or sharing it with a neighbour or friend.
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