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Green Clean: The 10 Best Natural Cleaning Products of 2021

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A clean house is a healthy house, but not all cleaning products are equal when it comes to safety and being eco-friendly.

If you’re looking for a green clean home, it’s important to choose natural cleaning products with no harsh chemicals to keep you safe.

Read on for a list of 10 of the best natural cleaning products of 2021 so you can make a smart choice when it comes to having a clean and safe home.

1. Powder Cleanser: Bon Ami

Bon Ami isn’t new, but it’s still one of the most effective and gentle household cleaning products on the market. This powder-based cleaning product can be used to scrub countertops, floor tile, bathtubs, kitchen sinks, and more.

The ingredients in Bon Ami are simple: limestone, soda ash, baking soda, feldspar, and a surfactant known as sulfonic acid are all that’s included. If you need something powerful that won’t damage surfaces or make you feel like you’re breathing toxic fumes, Bon Ami powder is a great choice.

2. Meliora Gentle Cleaning Scrub

Another great green clean scrubbing product is the Meliora gentle cleaning scrub, featuring a pleasant fragrance. This cleaning product is infused with peppermint and tea tree to give it a natural yet uplifting scent.

You can use Meliora’s gentle cleaning scrub on appliances, stainless steel surfaces, ceramic tile, and your stovetop. The gentle formula is still quite effective, and the scent of peppermint and tea tree makes it extremely pleasant to use throughout the home.

3. Green Clean: Dr. Bronner’s Sal Suds Biodegradable Cleaner

You’re probably familiar with Dr. Bronner’s famous line of incredible liquid Castile soaps. This trusted brand also makes a special cleaner designed for the home with biodegradable ingredients.

Use this incredible product to clean your dishes, floors, and even your furniture. It’s also gentle yet effective enough to use on your car and it won’t irritate your skin or nose. The concentrated formula can be diluted with a bit of water so every container lasts a long time, too.

4. Mrs. Meyers Clean Day All-Surface Cleaner

Mrs. Meyers makes some of the best cleaning products out there, and the brand’s all-surface spray cleaner is a perfect option for multipurpose cleaning. This product does a great job at getting the entire home clean with just a few sprays and a wipe down with a clean, soft cloth.

One of the benefits of using this brand is the wide range of amazing scents available that will add a pleasant fragrance throughout your home. The plant-derived ingredients and essential oils are all-natural and won’t irritate your nose or skin.

5. Green Cleaners: Citra Solv Multi-Purpose Spray

One of the best and most effective natural ingredients for cleaning is the orange peel. This fruit is a natural solvent that cuts through tough grease, which makes Citra Solv Multi-Purpose Spray an excellent choice for cleaning several areas of your home.

The spray is made with a natural citrus solvent that can be applied to any surface using a mop, damp cloth, or paper towel. Not only does it smell great and use natural ingredients, but it can also be used in pressure washers and carpet cleaners, too.

6. JAWS Hardwood Floor Cleaner

If you have hardwood floors, try JAWS Hardwood Floor Cleaner to keep them spotless and well-maintained. This eco-friendly brand creates clean products that include refillable packaging to help you cut down on waste.

This handy floor cleaner includes a spray bottle and small refill cartridges you can purchase whenever you need more. With the unique package design and organic ingredients, JAWS Hardwood Floor Cleaner is a great way to keep your floors clean without using harsh chemicals or wasteful packaging.

7. Biokleen Bac-Out Stain and Odor Remover

If you need to get rid of pesky stains from all kinds of fabric, Biokleen’s Bac-Out Stain and Odor Remover will do the trick. This green clean product uses natural, live enzymes that do an amazing job of breaking down odors and removing stains from virtually any type of fabric.

Use this stain and odor remover in your laundry to get rid of those nasty smells and stubborn marks. You can also use it to wash bedding, clean fabric upholstery, and basically freshen up anything in your home that’s made of fabric.

8. Scotch Brite Greener Clean Natural Fiber Sponges

Most of us use sponges to clean dishes and surfaces throughout the home, but not all sponges are created equal. Scotch Brite’s Greener Clean line uses natural fibers to make their sponges and you can sanitize them in the microwave to get more use out of them.

Not only are these sponges great for scrubbing a wide variety of surfaces, but they’re also made from sustainable, renewable resources. The biodegradable design breaks down easily, which means your sponges won’t sit in a landfill for decades to come.

9. ECOS Cleaning Products

Another popular brand of natural cleaning products is ECOS, which has been in business for over 50 years. The goal is to create eco-friendly products to clean the home through sustainable practices.

These natural green cleaners come in many different formulas depending on your needs. You’ll find everything from pet shampoo and hand soap to all-purpose household cleaners made by this green cleaning brand.

10. Branch Basics

Try products from Branch Basics to get a green clean home. This brand makes concentrated cleaners for dirty laundry, kitchen surfaces, and much more.

What makes Branch Basics unique is its line of products that are non-GMO, fragrance-free, and totally biodegradable. With ingredients like chamomile and baking soda, you’re getting effective cleaners without the toxic chemicals.

Say Hello to a Green Clean Home

Keep these natural cleaning products in mind the next time you’re looking for something new. With unique ingredients and clever packaging, you’ll find plenty of eco-friendly options to choose from.

Once you purchase these products, be sure to contact us today to schedule an appointment and we’ll be happy to use them when we clean your home. 

AUTHORED BY

Anita's Housekeeping Editors