Non-Toxic Alternatives

The following ideas are non-toxic alternatives for chemical products that can help protect yourself, your family and the environment.

Instead of . . .	Try . . .
Chemical cleaners	A lemon dipped in Borax
Air Fresheners	A bowl of vinegar
Ammonia-based cleaning products	A mixture of white vinegar, salt and water
Carpet Cleaners	Light dusting of cornstarch
Disinfectant cleaners	A mixture of Borax & hot water, or mild soap
Drain cleaners	Boiling water or a mixture of baking soda & vinegar
Furniture polishes	A mixture of 1 part lemon, 2 parts olive or vegetable oil
Oven cleaners	Baking soda, fine steel wool & water
Toilet bowl cleaners	Baking soda & mild soap
Pesticides, Herbicides, Insecticides	A mixture of water & detergent