Why we are tricked into believing we need the harsh chemicals to deep clean our homes.

Cleaning Myths Debunked: Green Clean your Home by Manfred Neuhold

When it comes to keeping our homes clean, many of us have grown up believing that the stronger the chemical, the better the clean. We’ve been conditioned to think that the smell of bleach or the sting of ammonia is the hallmark of a truly sanitised space.

Much of this information stems from the marketing campaigns of many of the dominant organisations selling plastic packaged cleaning products. 

1) A powerful scent is associated with a deeper clean

There are green cleaning agents that clean just as effectively as the synthetic fragrances and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) added to cleaning products. You can naturally keep your home smelling good by neutralising odours at their source, or adding natural essential oils to DIY products that you can make in Green Clean your Home. We are very aware of the chemicals in our food, why not those entering our system in the air or via items used for food preparation. 

2) Chemical Cleaners Kill Germs Better

Having lived through the pandemic many people have become more aware of the idea that you need strong chemicals to kill germs. Whilst this is not untrue, they can cause skin irritation and environmental harm. An eco-friendly alternative, such as vinegar, can do exactly the same job. 

3) The amount of product you need to 'deep clean'

Often in the home we tend to use more product to achieve a 'deeper' clean. If you watch or follow any 'cleaning influencers' they tend to use a huge amount of products, which is often gifted as part of a brand partnership. Using more products does not result in a better clean, as Manfred shows in his book, sometimes you just need a bit of elbow grease! In addition, you can save the pounds and pennies going straight down the drain. 

4) Green Cleaning is a compromise

You can keep your home just as clean, manage it just as effectively, whilst also saving money, time shopping, reduce plastic waste and improve health by Green Cleaning Your Home. You don’t have to compromise effectiveness for sustainability. 

With Green Clean your Home you can clean each and every room in your home, from kitchen to bathrooms, from carpets to the car to soft furnishings, all created from a handful of products that can be bought in bulk. We believe in challenging outdated cleaning norms and providing you with safer, more effective alternatives. Products are created to deliver a deep and effective clean without impact to the environment. We hope Green Clean your Home will empower you to make better choices for your home and your health in 2025.

Green Clean Your Home by Manfred Neuhold (£16.99)

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