Green Cleaning For DummiesAn authoritative guide to reducing household exposure to hazardous chemicals Thousands of household products contain toxic ingredients. Today, more and more people are seeking more natural cleaning methods to reduce their exposure to harsh chemicals. From the kitchen and bath to the living room and laundry, Green Cleaning For Dummies provides readers with green solutions to every common cleaning chore. Focusing on organic, nontoxic, sustainable alternatives to conventional cleaning products, it's packed with suggestions and tips for effective cleaning, and even offers green solutions for sprucing up patios, garages, vehicles, and the exterior of a house. |
Contents
| 1 | |
| 7 | |
Part II Getting to Work | 41 |
Part III Cleaning Green Room by Room | 101 |
Part IV The Part of Tens | 235 |
Index | 263 |
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