Non-Toxic Cleaning | Healthy and Green Living

“Fragrances” to Avoid in All Products

by Mel, selected from Natural Solutions magazine May 19, 2009 9:00 am

10 Cancer-Causers to Remove From Your Home

by Melissa Breyer Jan 21, 2009 11:00 am

10 Most Popular Healthy Home Tips for 2006

by Annie B. Bond May 10, 2006 1:08 am

10 Quick Tips to Green Cleaning

by Jeffrey Hollender May 9, 2009 5:37 am

2 Good Reasons for Non-Toxic Dish Liquid

by Annie B. Bond Aug 14, 2008 2:00 pm

20 Great Uses for Tea Tree Oil

by Robyn, selected from Planet Green Sep 29, 2009 5:02 pm

3 Rules of Thumb for Non-Toxic Living

by Annie B. Bond Feb 6, 2005 12:05 am

3 Ways to Clean Your Windows with Vinegar

by Melissa Breyer Apr 6, 2009 1:00 pm

3 Ways to Kill Mold Naturally

a Care2 favorite by Annie B. Bond Jun 20, 2009 7:03 am

4 Easy Fixes for Airborne Toxins

by Mel, selected from Delicious Living Jan 26, 2009 11:00 am

5 Basics for Non-Toxic Cleaning

a Care2 favorite by Annie B. Bond Jul 19, 2009 9:00 am

5 Easy, Smart Ways to Use Vinegar in the Home

by Annie B. Bond May 6, 2002 2:29 am

5 Safe, Non-Toxic Winter Cleaners

by Annie B. Bond Dec 27, 2004 11:52 am

5 Simple Alternatives to Toxic Cleaning Products

by Robyn, selected from Intent May 12, 2009 9:03 am

5 Smart Housekeeping Ways to Use Tea Tree Oil

by Annie B. Bond May 11, 2002 1:32 am

5 Smart, Easy Ways to Use Borax in the Home

by Annie B. Bond May 6, 2002 10:19 pm

5 Smart, Easy Ways to Use Essential Oils in the Home

by Annie B. Bond Jun 13, 2008 7:00 am

5 Smart, Easy Ways to Use Washing Soda in the Home

by Annie B. Bond May 10, 2002 5:41 am

A Cleaner House: The One-Step Solution

by Cait Johnson Jul 19, 2003 2:10 am

A Perc You’ll Be Happy to Lose: Clean and Green Dry Cleaning

by Jana, selected from Ode magazine Dec 29, 2008 11:00 am

A Safer Spa Maintenance Solution

by Annie B. Bond Nov 16, 1999 10:33 pm

Air Fresheners

by Annie B. Bond Feb 8, 1999 8:32 pm

All-Purpose Spray Cleaner For Just Pennies

by Annie B. Bond Aug 14, 2002 3:16 am

Alternative Furniture Polish

by Annie B. Bond Jul 27, 1999 1:08 pm

Annie’s Favorite Wood-Floor Soap Formula

by Annie B. Bond Mar 19, 2000 10:44 pm

Annie’s Deodorizing Room Spray

by Annie B. Bond Apr 4, 2006 11:57 am

Aromatic Carpet Freshener

by Annie B. Bond Jun 2, 2000 9:26 am

Automatic Dishwashing Detergents

by Annie B. Bond May 24, 1999 1:31 am

Baking Soda and Vinegar Together?

by Annie B. Bond May 9, 2008 6:00 pm

Baking Soda: Best Soft Scrubber How-To

by Annie B. Bond Jul 28, 2000 2:39 pm

Banish Mold from Bathroom Grout Formula

by Annie B. Bond Jul 27, 2001 8:47 am

Battle the Top 10 Germ Hot Spots

by Melissa Breyer Mar 5, 2009 5:12 pm

Best-Ever Fixes for Holiday Cleaning Crises

by Annie B. Bond Feb 2, 2001 9:17 pm

Bright Yellow Turmeric Stain Removal

by Annie B. Bond Jul 13, 2000 5:30 pm

Can’t Find Washing Soda? Ask Annie

by Annie B. Bond Aug 15, 2008 2:00 pm

Cancer-Proof Your House

by Mel, selected from Caring.com Nov 11, 2009 5:01 pm

Candle Soot: An Air Quality Issue

by Annie B. Bond Mar 17, 1999 5:33 am

Clean and Green for the Holidays

by Jana Ballinger Nov 20, 2008 11:00 am

Clean Your Plate: Energy-Saving Dishwashing Tips

a Care2 favorite by Melissa Breyer Nov 19, 2008 9:00 am

Clean Your Silver with Household Basics

by Annie B. Bond Apr 2, 1999 6:22 pm

Cleaning Outdoor Furniture and Grills

by Annie B. Bond May 26, 2008 11:00 am

Clearing Clogged Drains

a Care2 favorite by Annie B. Bond May 30, 2009 1:52 am

Commuting With Germs

by Andrew Peterson Oct 10, 2008 11:00 am

Counter Cleaners

by Annie B. Bond Dec 30, 2003 1:34 pm

Cure for Scaly Mineral Build-Up

by Annie B. Bond Oct 9, 2000 8:40 am

Cut-to-the-Chase Cleaning: Top Formulas

by Annie B. Bond Sep 23, 2007 8:45 pm

Deck Washing? Ask Annie

by Annie B. Bond Oct 6, 2008 9:00 am

Deodorizing Tevas and Chacos

by Annie B. Bond May 29, 2008 6:00 am

Detergent or Soap?

by Annie B. Bond Mar 29, 1999 3:10 pm

Dinged By Dryer Sheets

by Annie B. Bond Jan 27, 2008 11:37 am

DIY Waterless Car Wash Contest

by Annie B. Bond Oct 8, 2008 11:00 am

Easy, Eco-Friendly Dust Mite Mop

by Annie B. Bond Jun 3, 2006 8:22 pm

Eco-Clean Stainless Appliances

by Annie B. Bond Jun 12, 2007 12:36 pm

Effective Ways to Remove Laundry Stains

by Annie B. Bond Nov 6, 1999 4:37 am

Environmental Poisoning: Is Your Home Hurting You?

by Mel, selected from Natural Solutions magazine Oct 27, 2009 5:01 pm

Even Cowboys Use Clothespins (and Have Leather Cleaning Tips)

by Annie B. Bond Aug 19, 2008 5:00 pm

Fabric Softener: Easy Greening

by Annie B. Bond Nov 10, 2006 8:43 am

Fabric Softeners

by Annie B. Bond Jun 2, 1999 11:37 pm

Fireplace Soot Remover

by Annie B. Bond Feb 13, 2006 12:38 am

Fragrant Floor Wash How-To

by Annie B. Bond Jun 3, 2000 5:17 am

Fume-Free Cleaning Formulas for the Holidays

by Annie B. Bond Jan 27, 2006 11:49 am

Fun, Effective Floor Wash Formula

by Cait Johnson Nov 19, 2005 9:00 pm

General Purpose Cleaners

by Annie B. Bond Feb 4, 1999 5:19 pm

Get Inspired to Clean

by Annie B. Bond Nov 23, 2002 6:44 pm

Give a Natural Shine to the Holidays: Metal Polishes

by Annie B. Bond Feb 28, 2006 5:37 pm

Green Automatic Dish Detergent?

by Annie B. Bond Jul 11, 2008 9:00 am

Green Bathroom Germ Cleaning Kit

by Annie B. Bond Jun 9, 2008 8:00 am

Green Chi: A Floor is a Floor, is a Floor?

by Annie B. Bond Aug 5, 2008 12:00 pm

Green Cleaning Disconnect? How to Fix It

by Annie B. Bond Dec 28, 2005 5:32 pm

Green Girl Puts the Lime in the Baking Soda

by Lily Berthold-Bond Aug 28, 2008 11:00 am

Green Tea to Refresh Your Home

by Annie B. Bond Apr 13, 2008 2:29 pm

Greenwashed by Simple Green? Ask Annie

by Annie B. Bond Nov 7, 2008 9:00 am

Have a Green Summer Closet

by Annie B. Bond May 29, 2008 4:00 pm

Health Hazards of Stain Removers

by Mel, selected from Natural Solutions magazine Sep 20, 2009 7:03 am

Healthy and Green Dry Cleaning

by Melissa Breyer Apr 14, 2008 6:00 am

Homemade Herbal Antibacterial Spray

by Annie B. Bond Jan 10, 1999 10:05 pm

Homemade Soft Scrubber

by Annie B. Bond May 20, 1999 6:10 pm

Housecleaning with Magic

by Cait Johnson Nov 10, 2001 11:18 pm

How to Clean Windows with Vinegar

by Annie B. Bond Apr 6, 1999 10:34 pm

How to Clean Your Cutting Boards

by Annie B. Bond Jan 31, 2006 3:01 pm

How to Deodorize Your Dishwasher and Other Tips

by Annie B. Bond Oct 31, 2008 7:00 am

How to Make a Light and Lemony Dusting Cloth

by Annie B. Bond Jun 25, 2000 1:00 pm

How to Make a Non-Toxic Cleaning Kit

a Care2 favorite by Annie B. Bond Apr 3, 2009 11:36 am

How to Make Solvent-Free Furniture Polish

by Annie B. Bond Apr 3, 1999 2:13 pm

How to Refresh Sweaters and Comforters? Ask Annie

by Annie B. Bond Oct 13, 2008 10:00 am

How to Remove Berry Stains

by Annie B. Bond Aug 23, 2005 10:59 am

How to Remove Grass Stains

by Annie B. Bond Sep 20, 2000 8:19 am

How to Remove Stains and Pet Odors from Rugs

a Care2 favorite by Annie B. Bond Sep 27, 2009 3:01 pm

Indoor Allergins: Household Cleaners

by Veronica, selected from Organic Spa magazine May 27, 2009 11:18 am

Is Your Pet a Toxic Dumping Ground?

by Mel, selected from Natural Solutions magazine Oct 11, 2009 3:00 pm

It’s in the Thanksgiving Day Details

by Terri Hall-Jackson Nov 19, 2009 11:05 am

Kitchen Cupboard Ingredients: Brass Cleaner

by Annie B. Bond Mar 28, 1999 7:19 pm

Lavender For the Home: How-To

by Annie B. Bond Feb 25, 2005 12:26 am

Lavender Ironing Water: Ask Annie

by Annie B. Bond Aug 6, 2008 3:00 pm

Lemon’s Aromatherapy Gifts: Dusting How-To

by Annie B. Bond Jan 27, 2005 9:50 pm

Lovely Lemons: 14 Uses in the Home

by Annie B. Bond Jul 10, 2008 1:00 pm

Melted Candle Wax and Sloshed Red Wine: Fix-It How-To

by Annie B. Bond Nov 10, 2004 8:55 am

Mold and Mildew Eliminator: Vinegar with Essential Oils

by Annie B. Bond Jul 24, 2008 7:00 am

My Top 10 Uses of Baking Soda in the Home

by Annie B. Bond Jun 1, 2008 12:00 pm

My Top 10 Uses of Vinegar In the Home

by Annie B. Bond May 22, 2006 10:45 am

Natural Floor Cleaning: Easy Greening

a Care2 favorite by Melissa Breyer Nov 17, 2008 9:00 am

Natural Laundry Solutions

by Mel, selected from Kiwi magazine Feb 23, 2009 1:02 pm

Neutralize Pet Odors

by Annie B. Bond Jan 23, 1999 7:42 am

Non-Toxic Oven Cleaner

by Annie B. Bond Apr 5, 1999 6:53 am

Obliterating Odors: How-To Formulas

by Annie B. Bond Mar 25, 2000 5:37 pm

Out with the Mold

by Terri Hall-Jackson Sep 10, 2009 9:13 am

Out, Chocolate Spot!

by Annie B. Bond Jun 24, 2008 11:00 am

Pesticides Linked to Parkinson’s Disease

by Melissa Breyer Oct 13, 2009 11:10 am

Playdates with Pumpkins: Annie’s Fave 13

by Annie B. Bond Oct 10, 2008 6:00 pm

Porcelain Stain-Be-Gone Soft Scrub

by Jana Ballinger Dec 1, 2008 11:00 am

Quiz: How Safe Are Your Cleaning Products?

by Annie B. Bond Jul 12, 2000 9:40 pm

Reader-to-Reader: Your 20 Greatest Stain-Removing Tips

by Annie B. Bond Mar 26, 2000 1:28 pm

Remove Ink Stains Naturally

by Melissa Breyer Mar 9, 2009 9:19 am

Removing the New Smell from Back-to-School Clothes

by Annie B. Bond Jul 15, 1999 3:31 am

Resolution: Be Green in 2008

by Jana Ballinger Aug 16, 2007 8:03 pm

Simple Ways to Detox Your Home

by Jana Ballinger Dec 17, 2008 11:00 am

Soft Scrubber with Aromatherapy Attitude: Bathtub How-To

by Annie B. Bond Sep 12, 2002 9:33 pm

Splat! Green Girl Whacks Air Fresheners

by Lily Berthold-Bond Nov 16, 2007 1:26 pm

Spring Cleaning How-To

by Annie B. Bond May 14, 1999 11:16 pm

Spring Space Clearing and Cleaning

by Annie B. Bond Aug 17, 2003 12:37 am

Stained Car Interior? Natural Stain Removal Recipes for Your Car

by Robyn, selected from Planet Green Aug 18, 2009 1:21 pm

Summer Shower Scrubber: How-To Formula

by Annie B. Bond Feb 9, 2002 2:00 am

The Best Window Cleaner

a Care2 favorite by Annie B. Bond May 3, 2009 7:18 am

The Dirt on Cleaning Product Companies

by Annie B. Bond Sep 29, 2008 1:00 pm

The Dish on Clean Dishes: 9 Tips

by Annie B. Bond Nov 12, 2005 10:25 am

The Good, the Green and the Ugly: Laundry Detergents

by Kelly Magill Feb 4, 2009 11:05 am

The Great Spring Clean: Win an Eco-Friendly Cleaning Kit!

by Veronica Peterson Mar 20, 2009 1:01 pm

The Load on Laundry: Toxic Products, Safer Solutions

by Annie B. Bond Oct 10, 2008 12:00 pm

The Trouble With Triclosan in Your Soap

by Mel, selected from Food & Water Watch Dec 16, 2008 3:00 pm

The Wonders of Washing Soda

by Annie B. Bond Dec 19, 1999 4:21 am

Tips for Keeping Your Summer Whites White

a Care2 favorite by Annie B. Bond Jul 25, 2009 12:00 pm

Top 10 Eco-Friendly Ways to Clean the House

by Annie B. Bond Feb 15, 2000 9:05 pm

Top 10 Whys and Ways to Use Soap in the Home

by Annie B. Bond Sep 15, 2008 3:00 pm

Top 11 Swaps to Detox your Kitchen

by Annie B. Bond Oct 22, 2008 1:00 pm

Top 3 Clean Air Priority Fixes in the Bath

by Annie B. Bond Jun 6, 2004 8:05 am

Triclosan Found in Dolphins

by Mel, selected from Food & Water Watch Jul 24, 2009 1:02 pm

Unclogging Drains without Toxins

by Andrew Peterson Nov 14, 2008 2:00 pm

Upholstery Cleaning 101: The Non-Toxic Way

by Annie B. Bond Dec 24, 2000 9:04 am

Use Smudging to Clear Your Home

by Annie B. Bond Jul 11, 2004 1:25 am

Vinegar as Antiseptic: Floor Wash with Herbs

by Annie B. Bond Jul 29, 2000 10:29 am

Vinegar Kills Bacteria, Mold and Germs

by Annie B. Bond May 5, 1999 9:01 pm

Vinegar of the Four Thieves

by Annie B. Bond Mar 23, 1999 8:16 pm

Washing Soda Fireplace Soot Remover

by Annie B. Bond Oct 2, 1999 12:17 pm

Washing Soda to Unclog Drains

by Annie B. Bond Mar 25, 1999 11:57 am

Washing Soda: All-Purpose Cleaner

by Annie B. Bond Jul 30, 2000 6:19 am

Washing Wood: Linseed Oil Soaps and More

by Annie B. Bond Jun 19, 2008 5:00 am

Wet Clean Wool, Silk and Rayon

by Annie B. Bond Apr 10, 1999 5:56 am

What Lurks in Your Laundry?

by Jana, selected from Natural Solutions magazine Dec 10, 2008 1:00 pm

When to Spend Green, and When to Save

by Jana Ballinger Jan 30, 2009 1:03 pm

Where Are the Bathroom Germs? You’ll Be Surprised

by Annie B. Bond Dec 22, 2000 5:23 pm

Winter Holiday Mulled Cider Air Freshener

by Annie B. Bond Oct 1, 1999 4:26 pm

Wipe Out: Buying Safer Sponges

by Annie B. Bond Jun 3, 2008 12:00 pm

Wonderful Wicker: How to Clean It

by Annie B. Bond Dec 31, 2003 9:25 am

Wonders of Baking Soda for Carpet Odors

by Annie B. Bond Oct 10, 2000 4:31 am

Your Green Kitchen Cleaning Kit

by Annie B. Bond Apr 15, 2007 3:43 pm

Your Guide to Cleaning Wicker

by Annie B. Bond Sep 7, 2006 5:57 pm

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