Alternatives to Hazardous Chemicals

For This	Try This
Fiberglass stain remover	Baking soda paste
Fleas (on pet)	Pine needles, fennel, rye or rosemary on or in pet’s bed
Flies (insects)	Well watered basil plant
Floor cleaner	1 cup vinegar + 2 gallons water
Furniture polish	1 TBS lemon oil in 1 pint mineral oil
Garbage disposal deodorizer	Used lemons
Grease fire	Douse with baking soda
Grease removal	Borax on a damp cloth
Handcleaner for paint/grease	Baby oil
Ink spot remover	Cold water + 1 TBS cream of tartar + 1 TBS lemon juice
Insects on plants	Soapy water on leaves then rinse
Laundry detergent	Basic soap

Source: Action Wakefield Watersheds Alliance awwatersheds.org

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