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chemical sprays to get rid of it, try filling a recycled spray bottle with
some bottom-shelf vodka (yes, vodka!) and spritz the offending area
with 007’s favorite libation. let
sit for fifteen minutes, and then
scrub away the villainous spores
“tea leaves actually
with an old toothbrush.
contain antibacterial
properties and have
PoWer PLAnts
a long tradition
Did you know?....By keeping certain
of being used as
house plants in your home, you
can actually grow your own fresh
a deodorizer.”
air? According to NASA’s extensive
study for the space station, some of the best air-filtering houseplants are
English Ivy, Peace lilies, Golden Pothos, Spider plants and Mother-in-
law’s Tongue.
cALL on the cArPet
Your grandmother’s home remedy for cleaning up carpet stains with
club soda still works today. But don’t wait until you’ve finished your
Virgin Bloody Mary to sop up the mess! First, lift off any solids spilled on
the carpet; then liberally pour on club soda, and blot the area with an
old rag. The soda's carbonation will bring the spill to the surface, and
the salts in the soda will thwart staining. For bigger spills, try dumping
cornmeal on the mess, wait five to fifteen minutes; then vacuum.
A scents-AbLe APProAch
Many commercial air fresheners contain toxic chemicals like
formaldehyde and petroleum distillates. But you can create a wonderful
natural aroma by placing one to two teaspoons of vanilla extract in
small containers placed around your home. Or try setting out some
potpourri made from lavender and roses. Do you drink green tea? Then
don’t throw out those leaves! Tea leaves actually contain antibacterial
properties and have a long tradition of being used as a deodorizer. To
use, simply squeeze out as much moisture from the leaves after brewing
as possible, emptying from the tea bags if needed. Then, spread out
to dry on unprinted paper and place in bowls positioned where odors
frequently occur.
shoeLess, not cLUeLess
Your shoes are toxin terrorists tracking in antifreeze, animal waste,
particulate pollution, pollen and who knows what else into your home.
A “leave your shoes at the door” policy and a good doormat not
only means less unwanted toxins in your home, but it also means less
sweeping, mopping and cleaning up!
For more ideas and information on green cleaning and keeping your
home toxin-free, visit care2.com/greenliving/, thedailygreen.com/;
planetgreen.discovery.com/; greenlivingtips.com and numerous other
“Go Green” websites.
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