Eco-Friendly Spring Cleaning Tips

Boro-Wide Recycling Corp.

Maspeth, NY 718-416-1656

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As we welcome the spring season, many of us are getting ready to perform our annual spring cleaning routines. Whether you're looking to reduce clutter in your home or are simply looking to wash away the winter blues, any amount of spring cleaning is a great way to freshen up your home and put you in a feel-good mood. However, before you pick up any cleaning materials to get started, find out how you can help protect and clean the environment while also cleaning your home:

Clean Naturally
Instead of cleaning counters and floors with chemicals that reduce air quality and harm the environment, consider mixing a few household items to use instead. To make your own cleaning materials, mix baking soda, lemon, vinegar, salt, liquid soap and hot water; it's sure to do the trick!

Clean With Reusable Wipes and Scrubbers
Your spring cleaning efforts don't need to end with a trash can full of paper towels. To clean off any surfaces, try using reusable scrub brushes or homemade cloth cleaning rags that you can wash and reuse at any time.

Use Natural Air Fresheners
Though synthetic air fresheners smell great, they could be contaminating your home with phthalates or formaldehyde. Before turning to air fresheners for a fresh, clean smell, try opening the windows or place houseplants around your home.

Let It "Hang Out"
Since the weather is getting warmer, rather than toss your wet clothes into the dryer try hanging them outside. If weather doesn't permit this option, consider an inexpensive drying rack that you can set up inside your home; both are equally as effective!

Revamp Your Green Routine
After you've cleaned out your closets and dusted off your shelves, commit to staying green throughout the year. Take some time during your spring cleaning to reorganize your recycling bins, and get a head start by properly recycling the things you plan to get rid of.

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