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• Using Bacteria to Clean

  Use this tiny labor force to get the job done without harmful chemicals.

• Testing and Adjusting Garden Soils

  Not all dirt is created equal.

• What Germs Are We Killing? Testing and Classifying Disinfectants

  Since all germ-killers are considered pesticides, the EPA requires testing to certify manufacturer's claims for safety and effectiveness.

• What is Lurking in Your Bathroom?

  Germs invisible to the naked eye may be faceless, but they are not nameless. Nor are the diseases they can cause. Here's how to keep a safer bathroom.

• Vacuum Cleaner Testing at Consumer Reports

  When Consumer Reports talks, people listen.

• Bacteria digester

  A handy cleaner, particularly with pets or small children around.

• Urine

  Act quickly to prevent this spot from drying and becoming a permanent problem.

• Microbes

  The scientific name for what many people call germs or bugs. Microbes contribute to bad smelling bathrooms, but also function as nature's cleaning agents.

• Bacteria

  The bugs are everywhere — literally.

• Organic chemical, compound

  Any substance that has carbon molecules in its structure.

• IQAir Health Pro

  There are air filters/cleaners and then there are mega machines like the IQAir Health Pro.

• Clorox Disinfecting Wipes

  Clorox® Disinfecting Wipes are pre-moistened, disposable towelettes that clean and disinfect non-porous surfaces.

• Stain-X Stain Remover Wipes

  Do quick stain remover wipes do the trick?

• Restore Enz Away Spot Remover

  Find out how Restore Enz Away Spot Remover tackles organic stains on carpet samples.

• Sargent Steam BrZ2

  Chemical-free cleaning is a huge advantage when it comes to creating and maintaining a healthy and comfortable environment for allergy and asthma sufferers — and, maybe everyone else too.

• EnzAway Spot Remover

  Remove organic stains naturally using enzymes.

• Shaklee Basic H2™ Organic Super Cleaning Concentrate

  A non-toxic, concentrated cleanser for any washable surface.

• Cesspool/Septic Treatment

  Imagine a septic treatment so effective you could significantly reduce time-consuming tank pump-outs.

• The Clean Team's Stain Gobbler

  An enzyme cleaner that digests organic-based stains, messes, and odors.

• 3M Filtrete™ Ultra Slim Air Purifier

  A filter that is only 4 inches thick but is still 98% effective at capturing large and microscopic particles.

• Green Housekeeping

  A book on how to detox your entire home.

• Let Go of Clutter

  Cluttered cabinets? Crammed closets? Disorganized drawers? Never fear — help is here!

• Is There Life After Housework? 2nd Ed.

  A revolutionary approach to cutting your cleaning time 75%.

• Green Cleaning for Dummies

  While this book was written to help business clean green, there are practical tips for everyone.

• My House Is Killing Me!

  A step-by-step approach to identifying, controlling and often eliminating the sources of indoor pollutants and allergens.

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