Create your own eco-cleaning products

Want to go green when you clean?

Did you know, many easily accessible natural ingredients are effective cleaning agents and disinfectants? When used correctly, they can provide a cheaper, safer and environmentally friendly solution to your household cleaning needs.

• Many store-bought cleaning products contain harsh chemicals that can be hazardous to your family and pets
• They are typically packaged in disposable plastic containers, which end up in our waste stream
• And they're expensive, especially when different products are offered for just about every area of your home

To get started you'll need just a few natural ingredients, many you'll probably already have in the pantry:

• Bicarb Soda - cleans, deodorises, softens water and is a good scouring powder
• White vinegar - cuts grease, and is a deodoriser and mild disinfectant
• Pure soap - is a general purpose cleaner that biodegrades completely
• Lemon juice - is a mild bleach, a deodorant, and a cleaning agent
• Washing soda - cuts grease and removes stains

Download the Easy Green Cleaning guide(PDF, 947KB) for more information and "recipes" to create your own green-cleaning products.