Phosphates are natural and a crucial part of nature but too many are being released into the environment. Many farmers used animal feeds that contain phosphates and that contribute for a large part of the phosphates that go into the ecosystem. Everyday use of household detergents and dishwashing detergents contribute significantly also. There are way to many phosphates entering the ecosystem. Because phosphates help soften water used in our washing machines and dishwashers, minerals in the water are blocked and the detergent can do its job. Some minerals can also effect the lather from soap and thus reducing their cleaning power. Limescale build up is reduced in the machines and on dishware that appears as smears and dinginess.
Phosphates that are in detergents have a high alkaline level, which is great for dishwashers. The high alkalinity is an element in sanitizing and/or killing bacteria. Phosphates help with cleaning of the items. It causes the detergent to grip dirt and particles, which stops them from being released in your wash Phosphates increase the cleaning power of detergents because they permit through cleaning in low temperatures. Many cleaning products are becoming green and there are many alternatives. It hasn’t also been that the replacements were positive for the environment. But companies and manufactures are making strides in improving this factor. Some alternatives have been citric acid that is now found in many products as a water softener. Imposed reductions in phosphate levels helped manufactures find other options.
Some natural cleaning products without phosphates are vinegar and lemon juice. The best green cleaning ingredient would be vinegar. It is amazing for cleaning your home. You can choose from white or apple cider vinegar foe the various cleaning tasks inside and outside of the home. To disinfect a dishwasher, apple cider vinegar works wonders. Vinegar mixed with warm water can be used on hardwood floors and linoleum. The smell dissipates quickly and there are no fumes Vinegar is an excellent weed killer. Lemon juice is also very effective as a green cleaning solution. For cleaning your glass shower door there is no better product. It can also remove stains from kitchen counters.
If you have already been using home remedies to clean your home to avoid using chemicals, green products can offer the convenience of going to the store and buying them already packaged. You will be helping save our planet and helping companies become green.
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