السبت، 14 أبريل 2018

Top Tips For Eliminating Harmful Household Cleaning Products

By Laura Phillips


If you are concerned about the negative effects that chemicals can have on your health you may be surprised to find out that the air inside your home can be just as polluted, if not more so, than the environment that surrounds you when you step out the door. One of the ongoing reasons for the presence of toxins in your home is harmful household cleaning products. Here are some tips to minimize their use and information that will help you separate safe products from those that can have an adverse effect on your health.

While most people think that they only way these products can harm you is to breathe them in but there are other ways that your health can be negatively effected. For example, some may leave residues behind that could be harmful to yourself or to your pets while others may cause issues if they come into contact with your bare skin. It is not uncommon for individuals to end up with red, irritated hands or eyes if they come into direct contact with some cleansers.

Individuals who find that they react badly from touching cleansers may want to think about wearing rubber gloves or other protective items while cleaning. This may be especially important if you have any breaks in your skin as it may allow chemicals to penetrate more easily. You should also make sure that you wash well after using any cleaning products to make sure that your skin is clear of any toxins.

Ventilation is important and can help reduce your chances of getting sick. Many people find that their eyes may water or they may cough a lot when using certain products. This can be an indication that the products you are using are putting off strong fumes that may harm your lungs if nothing else. Breathing in any cleaner is not a good idea and it is no wonder that many people choose to wear masks while doing housework.

Some cleaning products may create toxic fumes if they are mixed together. Some individuals have gotten sick when they mixed toilet cleaner that contained sodium bisulphate with bleach or bleach-based cleaners. This can create chlorine gas which can be deadly if it is inhaled. It is important for you to know what you are cleaning with and to label your products clearly to prevent things like this from happening.

If you want to eliminate the presence of chemicals in your home or you are dealing with chemical sensitivities, you may need to do more than simply wear gloves or a mask. You may need to replace your current roster of cleansers with ones that are more natural. In the past, some chemical-free cleaners did not work as well as their more toxic counterparts but this has changed and many products are now very effective.

If you are not happy with the cleaning products that you have available to you, it may be worthwhile to look for recipes that you can make yourself. There are many places that you can get the base ingredients and websites that will help you combine them to make fantastic cleaning products for your home. You can always customize them in order to get the results you are looking for.

While it can be difficult to eliminate everything toxic from your home, using natural cleaning products is a great start. It may take longer or use a bit more elbow grease but the knowledge that you are protecting your health will make it all worthwhile.




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