APARTMENT LIVING

Many people want to use more natural solutions to everyday needs. They’ve successfully switched to things like recycled-paper toilet tissue, organic foods and furniture made from sustainably-harvested wood. The one category of products that has been hard to replace is cleaning supplies. It can be hard to find natural versions that can match the effectiveness of the typical harsh chemicals.

Fortunately, the market has finally matured enough to present effective, natural solutions to your cleaning supply needs. This makes it easy to get the products you need to avoid harsh chemicals in your Mountlake Terrace apartment. Here are some of the products Parents Magazine and One Green Planet rank as the best:

MRS. MEYER’S CLEAN DAY

This brand produces several cleaning products, including an excellent surface scrub, a floor cleaner and a surface spray. The scrub is what used to be called “scouring powder,” but the industry has moved away from that term. All of the brand’s products use natural ingredients. Notably, they come in fresh basil scents. These provide freshness without the odors associated with traditional cleansers.

GREEN WORKS COMPOSTABLE CLEANING WIPES

If you love the convenience of cleaning wipes, but don’t want the bleach-like harshness that goes with them, these are for you. They use plant-based ingredients to get the job done, and are non-toxic enough to put in a compost pile after use.

VASKA SPOTOFF SPOT REMOVER

Pre-treating tough spots on fabrics and other items helps to ensure that they get clean during the main wash. Spray this botanical-base product onto the spots instead of a traditional pre-treatment solution to keep your washing process natural.

SEVENTH GENERATION

This line of natural cleaning products has gotten plenty of recognition and placements on the shelves of many otherwise-traditional stores. The reason is simple: their formulas work. They also disclose their products’ ingredients so that there are no surprises. On top of that, the company uses environmentally-conscious production methods and low-waste packaging.

To take a look at our apartments in Mountlake Terrace, or to get more ideas on how to keep your apartment fresh and natural, just stop by our leasing office. We’ll be glad to welcome you to the Washington lifestyle!