A lot of  cleaning products that were used by our mothers and fathers and their parents before them are quite poisonous. Nowadays we’re a lot more aware of the hazards, but not often certain of how to avoid them. These are some of the dilemmas of using these cleaning products and the best ways to replace them. It really is surprisingly easy.

1. Bleach

Bleach is certainly potent as a cleaner, and you will find occasions when you’ve small other selection for getting rid of mildew. But for regular cleaning it is  too much strength than you require.

You can replace bleach with Lemon juice. For most of your uses of bleach around the house, you’ll find that lemon juice does a great job.

2. Ammonia

You’ll find that ammonia is generally used as a glass cleaner around the house as well as a surface cleaner. Like bleach, the fumes are a little unpleasant.

You can basically replace ammonia with vinegar. As I’ve suggested in previous posts. It hasn’t got the greatest smell in the world and will probably remind you of fish and chips. However, once dry, will leave little to no scent at all. Vinegar is great as a glass cleaner and also can be used as a surface cleaner. Combine this with baking soda and it works a treat.

3. Air Fresheners

The vast majority of air fresheners contain chemicals such as 1,4 dichlorobenzene, formaldehyde, naphthalene and other VOCs that can cause respiratory effects.  If anyone in the household has asthma, this may cause a few problems mainly breathing problems.

I know this sounds a little basic, but you could try opening your windows, or even try boiling some of your favourite herbs or even some used apple peels.