Archive for March, 2011

Today’s Giveaway: FREE Dial Basics Hand Soap with every order! No coupon code needed, just make your order and receive the sample bottle of hand soap! We are giving away two types of Dial Basics Hand Soap: a liquid hand soap and a foaming hand soap. Both soaps are dermatologist tested and hypoallergenic, perfect for use for sensitive skin. The liquid hand soap leaves a floral fragrance and leaves hands with a lotiony feel, while the foaming hand soap cleanses while being gentle on hands. Go green and buy eco-friendly cleaning supplies. Order cleaning products today and get your free Dial Basics Hand Soap!

How to Make Your Hotel Cleaner and Greener

Make your hotel more environmentally friendly with these great green tips

Hotels across the nation and around the world are implementing greener cleaning standards; including giving customers the option of having their sheets and towels washed everyday and using energy efficient lighting and electronics. Several products that can be used to help make your hotel even greener are highlighted below.

• Placing recycling receptacles in every room will encourage patrons to recycle paper, cans, and plastic bottles.

• Providing customers with shampoo in dispensers instead of individual bottles can help reduce waste.

• Using eco friendly laundry detergent for the hundreds of pounds of sheets and towels that are washed every day will help cut back on the amount of waste produced by traditional laundry detergents.

• The use of environmentally friendly urinal blocks in public restrooms will help eliminate odors and keep urinals clean without negatively affecting the environment.

 Start using these products in your hotel today and become an even greener establishment!

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Green cleaning practices have been evolving since the 1960s

There are many environmentally friendly policies, products, and processes that are in place today, but this was not always the case.  The formation and movement towards an environmentally conscious culture began developing in the 1960’s and is still evolving today. 

Society began to think about the danger of chemicals in products and how they effect the environment.  This led to the formation of regulatory bodies like the Environmental Protection Agency, and later Green Seal.  Eventually more policies were put in place at state and federal levels, making various industries have to re-evaluate their own methods and comply with new environmentally friendly procedures.  The following is a brief timeline of major events in the history of Green products and policies.

1962 – Silent Spring by biologist Rachel Carson detailed and questioned the extensive spraying of DDT, a pesticide, without understanding the environmental impacts or effects on humans and wildlife. 

1970 – Formation of the Environmental Protection Agency

1972 – The use of DDT as a pesticide was banned in the US.

1978 – CFC’s were banned from aerosol cans due to their effect on ozone depletion.

1980’s – A string of products were released that carried the labeling “Environmentally Friendly.”  However, there were no regulations in place for determining if a product was really environmentally friendly.

1989 – Green Seal, an independent, non-profit body for developing certifications and standards for environmentally friendly products was formed.

1992 – Bill Clinton signed Executive order 13101, defining “green cleaning” and forcing roughly 100,000 organizations to switch to green alternatives.

1995 – Formation of the Environmental Choice Program, another regulatory body that helps create standards for Green Products.

2000 – Bill Clinton signs Executive order 13148, expanding the scope of Executive order 13101.

2005 – Washington becomes the first state to enact Green Building legislation – an environmentally responsible method for designing, operating, maintaining, and demolishing buildings and structures.

2006 – New York requires the use of green products in all public and private schools.

As technology develops, the level of refinement increases in new products and procedures.  The future of Green is sure to hold new and exciting changes! Check out green cleaning products at CleaningProductsWorld!

Compostable and eco-friendly packaging is changing how the food service industry operates. No longer do single serving and take-out meals have to create more trash going to landfills! Going green doesn’t mean that you have to change everything about your lifestyle or business culture. Every decision to switch to a green product counts for increasing your eco-friendliness.

By simply changing the disposable take out packaging for your restaurant or food service operation, you can help customers make greener choices when they buy from you!

These clamshell containers are made from 100% reclaimed and annually renewable materials. Instead of plastic take out containers, provide these eco-friendly containers made from sugarcane fiber reclaimed during the sugar refining process. Your customers will enjoy them for take out meals, including cold sandwiches and hot foods.

Available in size 9x9x3 in 1-Compartment and 3-Compartment options, as well as a smaller 1-Compartment box that measures 6x6x3 in.

Another way to serve greener is with compostable cups. These great new compostable clear cold cups are made from corn, with the strength and durability of plastic. A smooth-rolled rim ensures comfortable use and a secure lid fit. These cups can be used at outdoor festivals and events with zero waste programs. Serve cold drinks in style with an eco-friendly and BPI certified compostable cup!

Available in 9 oz, 12 oz, 16 oz, and 20 oz with a compostable cup lid that fits every size cup.

Purell Green Certified Hand Sanitizer meets Ecolabel environmental standards for hand sanitizers, making it the first certified green hand sanitizer on the market! Not only is the gel formula biodegradable, the bottle itself is a recyclable PET bottle made from 30% post-consumer material, making this product eco-friendly.  Purell Green Certified Hand Sanitizer is gentle on the environment, and it kills 99.9% of germs in just 15 seconds without water, making it great for when you are on the go. Cleaning with the power of 100% naturally renewable ethanol, the gel formula is gentle on hands, leaving them soft and moisturized yet with a strong clean feeling.

In our busy office, people are always getting sick, and we love the protection Purell products offer us against bacteria and germs. We also have a strong commitment to green products and protecting the environment, so when we can combine clean with green we always do so!

Keep your hands germ free and help fight contamination and sickness with Purell Green Certified Hand Sanitizer, available in a convenient pump bottle for your desk, in the kitchen, or any place else you need a little extra bacteria fighting power. Purell Green Certified Hand Sanitizer is also available as refills for Purell TFX touch-free dispensers.  Check out our coupon for $5 off Purell Green Hand Sanitizers until April 1 and follow us on Twitter and Facebook for more updates on our 30 Days of Green promotion and for information on more giveaways!

Today’s Giveaway: FREE GREEN WORKS Cleaning Wipes with every order over $100! No coupon code needed, just make your order and receive the a sample canister of cleaning wipes! These wipes are natural and biodegradable, made with plant-based ingredients. Works on grease, grime and soil. For use on non-wood surfaces including acrylic, fiberglass and vinyl. Never tested on animals. Go green and buy eco-friendly cleaning supplies. Order today and get your free Green Works wipes!

Today we are featuring a guest post by Julie Urlaub, Founder and Managing Partner from the Taiga Company. Julie consults, writes, speaks, blogs and tweets on how viewing your world through the lens of sustainability can refresh your business and deliver uncommon results. As a catalyst for sustainability, a matchmaker for green business relationships and a promoter of green products and services, her effervescent attitude inspires others to eco-action.

Guide to Green Your Spring

It is that time of year to begin your spring cleaning. People across the country are breaking out the cleaning supplies and lawn equipment to give their homes and yard a fresh clean look. In doing so, there are a few sustainability concepts to consider. Individuals aiming to become more sustainable in their personal life have a variety of eco actions at their disposal.
Green clean your home by replacing conventional cleaning supplies with eco-friendly products. Conventional cleaning supplies may contain ingredients that are toxic or hazardous. By replacing them with eco-friendly products, you’re providing improved indoor air quality, as well as using products aligned with sustainability concepts. There’s an abundance of alternative products from which to choose. Ideas mentioned in our personal consulting practice include:

• Seventh Generation is an industry leader renowned for its nontoxic cleaning products.
• Mrs. Meyers also offers nontoxic cleaners and all of the company’s cleaning supplies are biodegradable and incorporate natural essential oils to provide a pleasant cleaning experience.
• Ecover makes its biodegradable, nontoxic cleaners from plant based ingredients and is powered by green energy in the making of its products.

In addition, apply that same eco awareness outside the house to your yard work. Traditional fertilizers and mulch often contain chemicals that are not only bad for the environment but can be hazardous to your health. With the variety of eco-friendly products available, you no longer have to sacrifice quality and price to have a great looking organic yard. Here is a list of alternative products offered at your local Home Depot or Lowes:

Click here to continue reading: http://blog.taigacompany.com/blog/sustainability-business-life-environment/guide-to-green-your-spring

Check out our 30 Days of Green promotion on CleaningProductsWorld.com for more information on green cleaning and chances to win product giveaways. You can follow us on Twitter and Facebook for updates.

Prevent Unnecessary Waste: Nix the Tube!

You’re already using green cleaning products in your home or business, and you’ve already made the switch to recycled paper products, yet you want to know how you can go even greener. Take the next step with coreless or tubeless toilet paper and paper towel rolls and eliminate waste and help your home or business go even greener.

According to a recent article in the USA Today, “Seventeen billion toilet paper tubes produced annually in the USA account for 160 million pounds of trash. That’s [a trip] from here to the moon and back – twice.”

One company that has gone tubeless is Kimberly Clark, who has reassured users with their patented winding technology on their tubes of toilet paper to ensure that the roll fits properly over the spindle.

Coreless toilet paper is also available in the jumbo roll variety, ideal for use in high-traffic restrooms. Purchase your coreless toilet paper from Cleaning Products World and enjoy low prices with fast, easy shipment.

Check out our 30 Days of Green promotion on CleaningProductsWorld.com for more information on green cleaning and chances to win product giveaways. You can follow us on Twitter and Facebook for updates, and check back tomorrow, Friday, March 25 to find out the special prize being given away to all who make orders over $100!

Dial Basics Liquid Hand Soap kills germs while still being green!

Dial’s Green Assurance Program has launched two types of Dial Basics Hand Soap: a liquid hand soap and a foaming hand soap. Both soaps are dermatologist tested and hypoallergenic, perfect for use for sensitive skin. The liquid hand soap leaves a floral fragrance and leaves hands with a lotiony feel, while the foaming hand soap cleanses while being gentle on hands.

While the liquid hand soap leaves hands feeling soft and moisturized, the foaming hand soap is ideal for ensuring all dirt and soap residue is rinsed clean. Both soaps are perfect for use in the home, office, business, industrial settings, hotels, restaurants, and any other setting where extra cleansing power, gentle effects on skin, and the use of green certified products are a priority.

We love these products because they kill the bacteria and germs we pick up all day around the office, but does not leave our hands feeling dry. We have a commitment to being green here at CleaningProductsWorld, and we know that we don’t have to compromise germ killing effectiveness or our hands by using a soap that has cleaning effectiveness yet is environmentally conscious.

Check out our 30 Days of Green promotion on CleaningProductsWorld.com for more information on green cleaning and chances to win product giveaways. Follow us on Twitter and look for a chance to win a case of Dial Basics Hand Soap TODAY, Wednesday March 23!

Installing a low flow faucet aerator can help save water and protect the environment.

Ideas for how to clean greener range from using green cleaning products to reusable rags to energy efficient appliances. But how often do you consider how much water you are using? Keeping tabs on the amount of water you are using and making a conscious effort to cut back will have a positive impact on the environment. Ways to cut back on water usage include the use of low flow hoses, limiting the use of your ice maker, and installing a low flow toilet.

Low flow toilets are great ideas for limiting water usage in the restroom. Newer, high efficiency toilets use two gallons of water per flush, whereas older, traditional toilets use up to five gallons. Combine the use of a low flow toilet with recycled toilet paper to make your bathroom as green as possible!

Another great idea for limiting water usage in both the bathroom and the kitchen is to use a low-flow faucet aerator, which will change your water flow from 2.2 gallons per minute to 1.5 gallons per minute.

Limiting the use of water in all areas of your home will make it greener and have positive effects on the environment! Start exploring how using low flow toilets, low flow hoses and faucet aerators, and limiting the use of your ice maker can drastically help save water and protect the environment.

Check out our 30 Days of Green promotion on CleaningProductsWorld.com for more information on green cleaning and chances to win product giveaways. Follow us on Twitter and look for a chance to win a case of Dial Basics Hand Soap on Wednesday March 23!

Looking for a greener way to enjoy your morning cup of Joe? Look no further than new compostable and recycled content hot cups on CleaningProductsWorld.com.

Save $10 when you purchase any of the items listed and use coupon code greencoffee at checkout. Act now, coupon expires March 25.

How often have you had regret about throwing away a soiled non-recyclable paper cup or even a Styrofoam cup from the leading coffee chain because you could not carry around a reusable travel cup all day?

Nix that guilt with paper coffee cups that offer a disposable alternative to traditional coffee cups! When you’re on the go, these compostable and recycled content disposable coffee cups are more eco-friendly than your usual throw-away paper coffee cup. There are also recycled paper coffee sleeves and cardboard coffee servers to make transporting hot coffee safe and easy.

Check out our 30 Days of Green promotion on CleaningProductsWorld.com for more information on green cleaning and chances to win product giveaways. Follow us on Twitter and look for a chance to win a case of Dial Basics Hand Soap on Wednesday March 23!

Nature’s Source has a  line of green cleaning supplies including all purpose cleaner, bathroom cleaner, and toilet cleaner. All products are 99% natural and contain the trusted cleaning power of Scrubbing Bubbles. The line also includes Nature’s Source Glass Cleaner, powered with Windex.

I like the Nature’s Source Glass Cleaner because it has same streak-free shine that Windex has. My windows are looking great to let the Spring sunshine in! The glass cleaner is composed of plant-based cleaners, corn-based ethanol, and purified water. Even the packaging is green-with a bottle made from recycled plastic.

Nature’s Source All Purpose Cleaner contains natural plant-based cleaning agents sourced from coconut or palm-kernel oils mixed with purified water. I love that this cleaning product cuts through tough grease and grime while being gentle on the environment. Nature’s Source All Purpose Cleaner works great in my apartment, whether it be kitchen countertops, my dining room table, even for small spills on the floor! It smells great and I don’t have to worry about poisoning my cat or a lingering chemical scent.

Nature’s Source Bathroom Cleaner is also derived from plant-based cleaning agents. It combines the natural power of purified water and lactic acid to cut through soap scum and dirt in my shower, tub, or sink.  My tile and chrome bathroom fixtures were spotless and shiny after using Nature’s Source Bathroom Cleaner.

Nature’s Source Toilet Cleaner naturally breaks down the stains caused by organic matter or hard water. The worst part about cleaning a toilet is the awful strong smell of the chemical product. Nature’s Source leaves a fresh, total clean without the smell. I especially enjoy the bottle design that allows the product to be squirted under the toilet rim.

Nature’s Source line of environmentally friendly cleaning products allow users to have a clean home or office while knowing they are not having a negative impact on the environment.

Check out our 30 Days of Green promotion on CleaningProductsWorld.com for more information on green cleaning and chances to win product giveaways. Follow us on Twitter and look for a chance to win a case of Dial Basics Hand Soap on Wednesday March 23!