Ever wonder what the ingredients you read on the back of cleaning products really do? It’s hard to pick the safest cleaning products for your home. Here are five ingredients to look for, and avoid, when you go to the store.

1. Chlorinated Phenols- this is often found in toilet bowl cleaners and is toxic to the respiratory and circulatory systems.
2. Nonylphenol ethoxylate- banned in Europe, this common detergent is found in numerous laundry cleaners.
3. Diethylene Glycol- an ingredient used in window cleaners that depresses the nervous system.
4. Petroleum solvents- standard in most floor cleaners. It’s known to damage mucous membranes.
5. Butyl Cellosolve- common in a variety of cleaners. It damages bone marrow, the nervous system, kidneys, and liver.

These are just a handful of toxic chemicals found in your average home cleaner. Steer clear of any cleaner with health hazard disclaimers. There are numerous ways to create homemade cleaners that are safe for you and your family. If you don’t have the time to make your own, check out Environmental Working Group. The website rates the toxic levels of thousands of products, from cleaning to beauty.

If the job is too much for you, contact Immaculate Janitorial Service in Hillsborough, Pinellas or Polk  for a free estimate at (813) 506-4156 or (727) 320-5930.

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