Instructions
Apply natural enzyme stain and odor removers such as Nature's Miracle or Folex if your pet has an accident consisting of urine, vomit or feces. Nature's Miracle is the original liquid enzyme cleaner that saturates the area and permanently lifts up odors and stains. It also comes in a spray. Folex is an effective carpet spot remover spray. It is non-ionic, which means it doesn't draw back dust or dirt.
Use eco-friendly, naturally derived cleaners. Mrs. Meyer's, for instance, is aromatherapeutic and made with essential oils and J.R. Watkins is plant-based. Both offer several products including an all-purpose cleaner, glass cleaner and bathroom cleaner. Method is a popular line that is derived from corn and coconut oil and offers a large assortment of cleaners for every room in the house. Seventh Generation has a complete line of green cleaning products, including their "Free &Clear" line that contains no dyes or fragrances. Ecover offers a line of cleaning products that are produced in a special ecological factory. Planet makes an effective all-purpose cleaner that is hypoallergenic and Begley's Best, created by actor/environmentalist Ed Begley Jr., is a great all-purpose cleaner made from ingredients such as pine and citrus that is designed to replace all other household cleaners.
Bon ami has been around forever (well, since the 1800s...just about forever) and is still the same earth-friendly product it was since the beginning. It's a gentle, non-abrasive scrubbing powder that is chlorine-free and can be used instead of Ajax or Comet.
If you have hardwood floors, Bona is a great product that is GREENGUARD certified for indoor air quality. It is effective at containing dust and has no toxic fumes.
How to Buy Pet Friendly Cleaning Products
These are definitely more eco-friendly times -- and it's evident any time we go shopping -- especially for household cleaning supplies. There are "green" products everywhere you turn these days. And fortunately, eco-friendly normally goes hand in hand with pet friendly -- which is great news if there are pets in the house. Here are some suggestions for effective cleaning products you can purchase that are also safe for pets.