The Dirty Dozen are the fruits and vegetables which have the largest amount of pesticide residues, and the Clean 15 have the least amount.
Category: The Natural Home
Mindful Stewardship & Chemical-Free Living
Transform your living space into a sanctuary of wellness. The Natural Home is a curated collection of “from-scratch” solutions for a non-toxic household. Drawing on over two decades of sustainable living experience, we share traditional wisdom updated for the modern pioneer—from the antimicrobial power of essential oils to the practical simplicity of vinegar and baking soda. Whether you are detoxifying your laundry routine, exploring historical “make-do” cleaning tips, or mastering household organization, discover the skills needed to maintain a healthy, eco-friendly home.
Making your own household cleansers is easy, fun and cost-effective, especially if you make large amounts.
The list of things that you can do with a box could be almost endless but we have compiled some of the best and most common uses for them.
Learn how to get rid of the smell of cat urine.
What do you do with your sleeping bag when it’s too worn out to use? There are many viable options to the creative person. Here are just a few.
You can actually do a lot of good cleaning with just a basket of lemons. Here are 20 ways you can use lemons for cleaning.
After your hardwood flooring is installed, simple steps can be taken to maintain its beautiful appearance. Tips for hardwood floor care are listed here.
Uncover the secrets to a fulfilling life and career. Don’t settle for the status quo – take steps towards meaningful change.
There is a beauty to emptiness, a Zen quality of possibility and tranquility that can only be achieved when you are willing to let go of those things which you no longer need. In such a state, your home will become a blank canvas, upon which you can add decorative and meaningful pieces in order to create an atmosphere which is balanced to your life.
Rustic décor is natural and comfortable. You may already have some great rustic pieces hiding in the attic or garage!
The purpose of this article is to illustrate to you how you can use a common household ingredient as a not-so-common (and pretty good) floor cleaner.
Solid hardwood floors are among the easiest to keep clean. Protect their warmth and character with simple, everyday cleaning techniques.
Three easy ways to make homemade laundry detergent using one simple laundry soap recipe.
The history of oil lamps is fascinating, for without the ability to provide light after dusk, our ancestors’ progress would have been slowed immensely. Let’s shed some light on the history; shall we?