YOUR GUIDE TO SPRING- GREENING
It takes a special kind of person to enjoy spring- cleaning. For most of us, the satisfaction of a clean house doesn’t quite outweigh the hours of scrubbing, sorting, and slogging through heaps of unnecessary stuff. If you’re struggling to find the motivation to start your spring-cleaning, try flipping the paradigm: Instead of spring-cleaning, think of what you’re doing as spring- greening , and make some eco-friendly swaps along the way. Here are a few ideas to get you started. 1. Swap your plastic spray bottles for bulk or DIY cleaning products. According to a Statista report, in 2019, the household cleaners market was worth more than $31 billion, and it’s continuously growing. You can save money on cleaning supplies by taking the green route. When your current stock runs out, try buying bulk cleaners or making your own. Both options will save plastic because you can reuse your bottles, and they can help you avoid the harmful chemicals found in most cleaners. Visit UnderATinRoof.com and read the blog post“ZeroWaste Cleaning Supplies + Recipes”to get started. 2. Explore alternative laundry detergents. If you’re used to using a plastic jug of liquid laundry detergent, it’s time to step out of your
comfort zone. This spring, try exploring greener alternatives like plant-based bulk laundry powder (Molly’s Suds is an excellent source). Or, if you’re feeling really adventurous, you can even try adding all-natural cleaners like soap nuts or English ivy to your laundry loads. For more on the former, search“soap nuts” on 1MillionWomen.com, and read up on ivy detergent at Permacrafters.com/English-Ivy- Laundry-Detergent. Paper towels are a mainstay in American homes, but do we really need them when a good old- fashioned rag can do the job? According to the Ocean Conservancy, 13 billion pounds of paper towels are tossed in the U.S. each year! This spring, quit paper towels and keep a stash of dish rags under the sink to do your dirty work. When you’re cleaning out your closet, you can even cut up old T-shirts and add them to your rag stash! If you’re brave, try giving up tissues, too — an old-school hanky does the trick. If you’ve made all three of these swaps, don’t stop there! To continue your green journey, visit any of the blogs mentioned above and start browsing. 3. Say goodbye to paper towels.
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WHY HARD WATER IS HARD ON YOUR BODY
When you get out of the shower, how does your skin feel? Does it feel silky smooth or dry and itchy? If it’s the latter, you may have hard water. Hard water contains dissolved minerals like calcium and magnesium. If you have hard water, you will find white soap scum all over your bathroom fixtures. If you notice hard water in your home, here is what you need to know. One of the first things you will find is that it can clog up your plumbing and showerhead, reducing your water pressure. In addition to clogging your plumbing, it can also clog your pores, which can lead to breakouts and irritating skin conditions like acne or eczema. The minerals in hard water strip moisture from your skin, preventing natural oils in your body from doing their job. This is why your skin feels dry and itchy after bathing. Not only that, but it’s been found that the minerals in the water form
free radicals, which damage healthy skin cells. This results in your skin aging faster, potentially making you look older than you are. Alternatively, soft water does not have these minerals and can quickly form a sudsy lather, which makes it easier to wash away. Due to this, you won’t be left with pore-clogging residue all over your body. While soft water isn’t a cure for any skin disease, it can help you avoid irritation. In one study, it was found that schoolchildren who lived in areas with hard water were 50% more likely to suffer from eczema. Hard water may not cause skin conditions, but there is a significant amount of evidence indicating it aggravates them. With soft water, you’re less likely to clog your pores and dry out your skin, allowing you to have the beautiful, clear skin you want.
If you find any of the signs of hard water, feel free to reach out anytime. We will help you find the right filtration system for your home or check the filter you have!
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