Environmentally responsible cleaning alternatives.

Soaps, dishwashing liquids and laundry detergents are available that are kinder to our environment. Several brand names are Arm and Hammer Essentials, Seventh Generation, Whole foods and Shaklee. In the local Whole Foods stores you can refill your natural cleaning bottles to reduce waste. Shaklee cleaners are concentrated so that you can add water, waste and save on shipping costs. You can also make your own homemade cleaner. Most are made with common ingredients like baking soda, borax, vinegar and olive oil.