Reusable and Sustainable Cleaning MethodsOpen any cabinet under a sink and it's more than likely that a pile of cleaning supplies will be found there. Many may not realize that the chemicals in cleaning products are harmful to the environment. Fortunately, eco-friendly cleaning methods are becoming more and more popular. The best sustainable cleaning methods are non-toxic, biodegradable and made from renewable resources. Use cleaning techniques that are good for the environment Most clean our homes with a lot of work and diligence and believe that our home is a place where there is no pollution. This assumption is completely false. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency reports that pollutant levels can be 100 times higher inside our homes than in the air outside. Where does this indoor pollution come from? It comes from unstable organic compounds released from household cleaners and decorating projects. Common household cleaners contain chemicals such as phosphates, chlorine, ammonia and triclosan. Phosphates are found in dishwashing liquids and detergents. When this chemical...