Going Green in the Bathroom! When Charles Buell issued a challenge to see if we could blog about anything, I immediately went to my bathroom sink to see if there was anything under the sink that inspired me.
Nothing immediately leaped out at me. But then I noticed my can of Scrubbing Bubbles and realized that, of course, I could blog about that.
The can is really old. The top is totally rusted. And I wonder why I haven't just thrown it away. It must be because we go back such a long way. I always swore by Scrubbing Bubbles. In my busy life, I could just spray it on, do another task, and come back to wipe it off to reveal sparkling clean shower doors, tubs, sinks, caulking, etc. (although it wasn't always that great on the caulk or really stubborn grime).
But then I evolved and decided I should be going green with my cleaning products. I began to use vinegar on just about everything, from toilets to floors to sinks (it also worked best on the mineral deposits from my hard well water). I learned along the way that chlorine bleach is horrible for the environment in so many ways, whereas vinegar is very eco-friendly.
And for everything that needed some scrubbing action, I opted for Mr. Clean Magic Erasers or the knock-off brand (anyone who reads my blog knows I have a little lovefest going on with my magic erasers). In fact, I found that the magic erasers actually worked better on shower doors than the Scrubbing Bubbles.
So there you have it! You have witnessed my transformation from a product-driven cleaner to going green with a greener cleaner. In the process, I have saved lots of money, been kinder to the environment, and proven that change can be a good thing. Just because we have always done something one way doesn't mean that we have to continue to do it.
The world is changing; the real estate world is changing. We need to change with the times or we will be dinosaurs. So go for it. Small changes in everyday behaviors can have great impact over time. They can also save you money.
If you are looking for a greener home, call me. We have plenty of options for energy-efficient homes that will save you money in the long run. From replacement windows and doors, to energy-efficient fireplaces, appliances, and heating systems, to solar panels and alternative electricity, the options grow everyday. I am committed to doing what I can to save the environment, and I am committed to helping you find what is important to you.
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I'm a vinegar gal too. I have a spray bottle with a mixture of white vinegar and water. Just cleaned my windows and kitchen cupboards yesterday. A few old school products are still sitting around but most have been banished to the utility room never to be used again.
hi Cindy - A spray bottle is a great idea--I never thought of that but it would make things much easier. Thanks!
Now you should go back to all of your sink cabinets and remove any cleaning chemicals. As evidenced by the rusting top on your can, cleaning chemicals are corrosive. That means that they are going to corrode the underside of your sink, the disposal casing in the kitchen, copper plumbing, plastic sewer pipes, etc. Put those chemicals out in a garage cabinet, or if you have to keep them inside, put them in the cabinet above the microwave or the refrigerator.
Thanks, Russel - I will be sure to do that.
The spray mixture of water and vinegar works very well on dried salt stains that you get on rugs, doormats and carpets (here in the winter season). Use it on a cloth to wipe off boots and leather shoes.
Thanks for the tip, Robert. That de-icing stuff gets tracked inside all winter long!