DIY cleaning products: homemade recipes for sustainable living
359421
Worth thr price of booklet, Not only save money but helps to keep you & family and our world healthier CLeaner too!!  It's not how many pages be what you get out of the information.  One suggestion when using washing machine, use hot water once a week helps keep tub cleaner too.  I will post how filthy a washing machine tub can get/ look after a few years of use.  If you seem to smell your clothes sour.... That may be the reason.
Thank you for making these formulas, I forgot many of them and learned a few new ones... Will not lose them again by putting it in the cloud... All the Best to All  A super buy for me
1916119
I wanted to find a way to save money and reduce the amount of toxins I was exposing my family and the environment to on a daily basis via personal care products. Many books that I had found previously had recipies that were really involved and required purchasing lots of items. The author is an esthetician and gives good rationale about why certain products should be used, and for what skin types etc. The explanations provided by the author on the different recipies was great for me as I have combination skin that can break out and be dry simultaneously, I have a 2yr old son with sensitive skin, and a husband that breaks out in eczema in the winter. The products I have made so far were easy to do and have a nice quality to them. Of course the products yielded are a tad different in texture and smell than some store bought items (unless you buy products already at a natural grocery store), but they work JUST as well if not BETTER than what I used to buy (minus of course the harmful chemicals found in many beauty products bought in the store)! There is a bit of start up cost to get some of the basic ingredients (like oils, beeswax, etc), but the raw ingredients make lots of different products and are economical in the end. Plus the recipies are measured in cups/teaspoons etc so you can use your kitchen supplies to measure rather than needing to buy an expensive scale. LOVE this book!
951964
This is a great resource if you want to eliminate dangerous toxins from your home and save money.  Most cleaning products are filled with toxic chemicals. This book has a solution for every cleaning challenge or pest control challenge you may have...all done naturally and simply.  Perfect for the person who wants to DIY.
148431
Author Goodman shares some quick and easy tips and tricks (hacks) for getting out tough stains naturally and quickly. Better yet, almost all of the solutions are made from natural ingredients which tend to cost much less and leave less toxins in our home. I am an old fashioned girl and having this book is priceless to me because these are primarily time tested recipes which get the job done. One of them is called "Vodka Mix" and I was hesitant to try it but I went ahead and bought a cheap bottle of the spirits, put in the rose essence and I sprayed it on the shower areas which even LimeAway would not budge and the stuff worked! I especially loved the trick of adding a little bit of essential oil to the toilet cleaners - my bathroom smells like a spa! This book contains solutions that work.
3648704
I'm converting to organic cleaning products, and this citric acid did a great job of cleaning our kitchen and bathroom sink and tub.  Get the rough side of a sponge wet and evenly spread the crystals, then go to work on the surfaces.  Now I don't have to wear gloves to use scouring powder.

And, a small amount of citric acid can be dissolved in water to rinse your produce with to make it last longer.  There's quite a lot of uses for this natural marvel.  You can add 2 tablespoons of the crystals plus some water in a dishwasher soap dispenser, add 1/2 cup of crystals inside the dishwasher and run it on sanitize (without dishes), and the sludge in the lines will come clean.  (Can use same approach for washing machine!)

I loved the 5 pound quantity as I have several uses for this wonderful product.
2536830
I had my own cleaning business and have always been into green cleaning. Customers couldn't believe how much I could save them by green cleaning. I checked this book out of the library and learned some newthings and knew I wanted to have my own copy to pass down in the family.
958629
This book is a wealth of very simple, yet effective, information for those who wish to have a clean home without chemicals. It is as simple as investing in a staple of ingredients and chucking out all of those nasty and expensive 'cleaning' products. This author has done such a wonderful job and it is presented in a very easy-going manner.  I would recommend this book to anyone who is ready to take charge of their household and their health.
1499583
House cleaning is one of the most Important things that we are naturally avoiding. But the word "Home" is a most important feature of our existing life so far. This is also connected with not only our social life but also our Healthy Life .
This book is full of instructions by which we can make our home protected from every germs and harmful garbage so far.
2031006
A very enjoyable book and full of ideas that you can use practically in daily self sustainable living.
613777
This book has been a great help to me.  The book includes useful discussions about various ways to deal with household dirt and other problems, such as how many grocery-store disinfectants do you need?  How safe are they really?  It got me thinking about what is really necessary in the house.  For instance, on the 4th of July our sink/garbage disposal got clogged.  We knew from the book that commercial drain decloggers can be dangerous, so we followed the book's recipe for unclogging the drain.  I never knew simple baking soda and vinegar could be that effective - it was great!  I also liked how she lists her sources, in addition to some of the chemical formulas for some of the cleaning recipes.  There are plenty of things in this book that I know my mom never considered - it's good to have a reference that appears to have been so thoroughly researched.
However, I do agree that the author recommends cleaning certain things far more than necessary.  Some of her suggestions for routines to follow daily or weekly seem a little excessive.  But I definitely recommend getting the book, reading her arguments for various procedures, and making your own educated decision based on what you think and your own life/family situation.
703328
If you're interested in learning how to become free of chemical cleaners, this book is full of useful tips. We all know how useful Club Soda is for cleaning, but how about newspapers? I appreciated learning how to incorporate essential oils into my cleaning regimen. My favorite tip had to do with using an over-the-door shoe holder to hold my larger plastic containers.
4365129
I love cleaning. Yes, that's what I said. Missy At Your Service! I have made cleaning as my profession for numerous employers and house cleaning  for 18 years, and there really is nothing more I abhor than using nasty smelling toxic and harmful chemicals to achieve that shiny sparkle. This read is a magic fairy helper of sorts, and with the delightful simple yet informative tips and intro to green cleaning way of life, I'd highly suggest perusing Natural Cleaning In Bedrooms & Bathrooms. I am looking forward to reading more green cleaning by author Martha Green.
*Author kindly provided a kindle copy in exchange of an honest review, whether good or bad.
1908192
This is must for everyone (home or apartment).  This book shows all the things we have in our homes and how to use them (the right way).  Not only that, it informs what to look for any type of harmful chemical compounds from household products.  Because of those information from this book, either you can make your own cleaning solution or buy the "much safer" cleaning product for your home.

I really recommend it.
4759102
"Haley's Cleaning Hints" is a follow-up to the original "Haley's Hints" which sold over 400,000 copies.  The most popular section of the original book was the one on cleaning.  As a result the Haleys compiled "Haley's Cleaning Hints".
This book contains thorough instructions for cleaning just about anything you might encounter.  From specific stains like fruit juice and ink to specific products like chewing gum, to specific items like garden tools or barbeque grills, it covers just about any cleaning problem.  Best of all, most of the procedures involve using ordinary household items like baking soda, ammonia, and vinegar.  "Haley's Cleaning Hints" is a highly recommended purchase for anyone seeking a reference book on cleaning anything quickly and easily with common household products.
4266237
I love making natural cleaning products with my essential oils, this book has lots of great recipes as well as inspiration for cleaning with non-toxic ingredients. It is really important to me to avoid chemicals in my home because of asthma. With natural ingredients like essential oils, I know that I can accomplish cleanness without sacrificing my health. Thank you.
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4393038
Since I have allergies and am sensitive to store cleaners, I wanted to learn how to make my own SAFE cleaners at home. And what I really love about this book is that many of the essential oils, I already have in my home. My favorite cleaning oil is Tea Tree and this book gave me tips on how to use this ingredient to make my own cleaning solution. It even gives a shopping list on what is needed to make these special cleaning recipes!

This book makes so much sense as it is an holistic and natural approach to cleaning and health! |

Highly recommend this book.
4825480
This product - it has many uses including making your own dishwasher detergent! 2 parts Borax, 2 parts Super Washing Soda, 1 part Citric Acid, 1 part Kosher Salt and I like to add several drops lemon essential oil - your dishes will be sparkling clean - naturally