Natural Based Living

What's Really in the Products We Use Every Day?

Learn how to evaluate everyday product ingredients, understand exposure, look beyond marketing claims and make more informed choices for your home.  

Fatal Conveniences

In the next several blogs we will be exploring the book "Fatal Conveniences", by Darin Olien. Darin is a New York Times Bestselling author.  He explores the toxic products and harmful habits that a...

Ten Reasons to Switch to Natural-Based Cleaners

Conventional cleaners often contain allergens like synthetic fragrances and preservatives, which have been shown to trigger asthma and allergies (American Lung Association, 2020).

Effective and Eco-Friendly Solutions for Clearing Clogged Drains Naturally

Learn how to unclog a slow or clogged drain using eco-friendly methods, plus what to consider when choosing a natural drain cleaner for septic systems.

Microbial Cleaning Part 2:

Explore a more intentional approach to cleaning, including product choice, reducing waste, indoor air quality, and alternatives to conventional cleaners.

Cleaning Product Ingredients: Understanding Exposure & Making Informed Choices

Learn how cleaning product ingredients, exposure, ventilation and proper use can affect product choices and how to make more informed cleaning decisions.

A New Clean “the old way with a twist”

When I was a child, I played in the dirt with my friends and romped and stomped outside all day. My parents weren’t worried about germs or being “clean”. Fast forward to today, and people are consu...

Green Cleaning Practices for the Home

Green cleaning is about making more thoughtful choices about the products you use every day. Explore the advantages of a simpler, more intentional cleaning routine and practical ways to get started.

Cleaning Product Ingredients: How to Make More Informed Choices

Learn about common cleaning product ingredients, exposure, ventilation and proper use, and how to make more informed choices for your home or facility.  

Fun Fact Friday -

Learn why mixing bleach with acids or other cleaners can create dangerous fumes and the simple safety rules to follow when using cleaning products

Enzyme vs. Probiotic Cleaners: What's the Difference?

Learn the difference between enzyme and probiotic cleaners, how each works on organic matter, and where probiotic cleaning technology can be useful.