Now that we have an active toddler in the house, we’ve officially switched over all of our cleaning goods from anything with harsh chemicals to green cleaning materials that won’t harm the environment or our kiddo. Granted, we probably should have done this long ago for our own health and the betterment of the planet, but a baby in the house was a good excuse to make some changes. My biggest worry was their effectiveness, but these brands have gotten the job done in our house. If you’re considering making some switch ups, here’s a list of the best green cleaning brands we’ve tested and love.
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Eco Me
Eco Me is relatively new to the cleaning products world, but they have already made a big impact. They make great products geared toward the whole family. (Some of their products are even named for members of their families!)
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Clorox Green Works
When you think of Clorox, the first thing that comes to mind is probably bleach. While that is still their main product, they have expanded their product line to include a number of green products that are affordable and get the job done right.
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J.R. Watkins
They are one of the oldest companies to pride themselves on their green ingredients, not because it is fashionable, but because that is the way they have always done it. It doesn't hurt that their products look and smell awesome too.
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Method
Method not only creates safe cleaning products, but they also strive to make products that you wouldn't want to hide under your sink. They are all about bright colors and interesting bottles to go along with their clean, safe, and green products.
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Vaska Home
This company was determined to make a cleaning solution so pure that you can drink it. While I wouldn't actually want to ingest it, I would trust it to get my laundry clean.
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Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day
Products inspired by an Iowa homemaker and mother of nine, Mrs. Meyer's goods are what we are using most in our home. The products smell great and still "work like the dickens on daily dirt and grime."
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Seventh Generation
An awesome company with a great mission statement. They are focused on caring for the world seven generations from now by creating sustainable products that nurture nature and enhance healthy living.
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Simple Green
Simple Green prides themselves on being environmentally friendly long before it was mandated by law. My mother-in-law has been using their products since before my wife was born, so it is tried, tested, and mother approved.
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