Clients are just loving this green cleaning thing!
April 10th, 2009
Posted By: Melissa Maker
I get calls day in and day out regarding how much clients are loving the idea of green cleaning. I’ve had people request gift baskets of our awesome ATTITUDE cleaning supplies to give to friends and family for housewarming, hostess, holiday and baby shower gifts.
The popularity of it all is astounding and continues to put a smile on my face. I am glad to know that little by little, we are able to change consumer opinions about cleaning supplies and showing them how to go chemical free in the home. Contact us for more information!
Air Fresheners: A Breath of Fresh Air?
April 10th, 2009
Posted By: Melissa Maker
We all want a fresh-smelling home; it means it’s clean and under control. Some people resort to air fresheners in aerosols, plug-in pods, and a host of other creative products. Personally, I am horrified by these products and avoid them at all costs.
I have neighbors at my condo who are undoubtedly hooked on the stuff; I have to hold my breath as I walk by their door. These artificial masking scents are quite detrimental to a household; if a little consumer research was done before a purchase I am positive no one would buy them.
For people with asthma or other respiratory problems, these products exacerbate the ailments and act as a catalyst for causing such problems in children. You are welcome to research the upwards of 3,000 chemicals found in air fresheners and read the frightening details. What I will tell you is that the chemicals contained include petrochemicals such as propane and butane, which spread themselves around your room and cling to everything including your carpets, upholstery, and airways.
These nasty chemical cocktails are combustible, can cause headaches, depress the nervous system, and cause shortness of breath and difficulty breathing. No thanks! Rather than buying these products, here are some great ways to keep the house smelling fresh:
• Open a window to circulate fresh air. It sounds simple and obvious but it works like a charm.
• About 20 minutes before you vacuum carpets, sprinkle baking soda onto the carpets to eliminate the odors out of the carpet fibers. You can even add some dried lavender or sage to the baking soda beforehand, which will leave a fresh and natural aromatic scent.
• If you are craving a warm scent, simmer some mulling spices in water for awhile and enjoy the scents of your own creation.
• For the bathroom, use the simple and steadfast trick of lighting a match. It works every time and is completely safe. Of course, be sure to safely light and flush the match.
Melissa
Citrus Power!
April 10th, 2009
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Orange oil products work well even at removing adhesive stuck on glass or a price tag stuck on a vase.
I hope I have shown you throughout my blogs how we can create clean and safe homes—naturally. Often what we find in the fridge and pantry is all we need to clean our homes.
Orange oil is amazing for tackling greasy jobs. For example, when we are faced with a client’s greasy exhaust vent above a stove, we use orange oil as our saving grace. It is a natural degreaser, which means it is perfect for kitchen use.
Orange oil is created by pressing the peels of the orange and separating the oil. During this process, a compound called d-limonene (the beneficial cleaning property) is created. Be careful to not inhale this, because although eco-friendly, it can cause more sensitive people discomfort.
There are many orange oil products on the market; be sure to purchase an eco-friendly brand or else you get harmful contaminants in the mix.
The best way to use orange oil is to find the area with grease or other sticky residue, apply the product (always testing in a small and inconspicuous area first), and then let it sit for about 15 minutes. Afterwards a quick wipe should remove all residue. Follow it up with a water rinse.
Orange oil products work well even at removing adhesive stuck on glass or a price tag stuck on a vase. Dab a bit onto the affected area, let it sit for a while, and then rub the residue away.
I hope this has enlightened you to yet another very cool aspect of the orange!
Melissa
Me on The Steven & Chris Show!
April 10th, 2009
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Ironing Made Easy - The Steven & Chris Show with Clean My Space’s Melissa Maker
Clean My Space on CityNews
April 10th, 2009
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Toronto’s Dirtiest Washroom
It ain’t pretty, but someone had to do it. So CityNews called on Clean My Space’s Melissa Maker and Jordan Exton for their opinion on the dirtiest of the dirty!
