City of Richmond eco-cleaning workshop - April 14, 2012 Jkube@richmond.ca
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proposes an Eco-Cleaning supply kit list
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Lemon juice is a natural bleach and anti-ripening agent
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Grease is now accepted at recylcling depots (incl butter, cooking oil etc)
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Hot water works better in combination with ecological cleaning products
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acquire spray bottles from dollar stores
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best eco detergent is ECOS (save-on foods has large size)
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best eco dishwashing soap: 1:1 borax : baking soda
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best dishwasher cleaning: vinegar on empty load
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best microwave cleaning: vinegar for 3-4 minutes
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general tablecloth stain remover: lemon juice
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best window cleaner: vinegar with a bit of cornstarch (defogger)
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best mildew/mold remove: vinegar
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best eyeglasses cleaner: 2 drops of vinegar
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best sponge cleaner: vinegar (not microwave : toxic fumes)
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best cleaner for white sneakers: toothpaste
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best washing machine unstiffener prior to hanging to dry: vinegar
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best weeder: boiling water or vinegar spray
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use pomace grade oilve oil for cleaning products
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best cleaner for gold: apple cider vinegar
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best cleaner for silver: aluminum foil + baking soda ?
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best stain remover on clothes: milk curdled in vinegar ?
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best cleaner for cement: borax
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contact Jenny for complete set of info