Proper Disposal Of Chemical Cleaners In Your Home
Lisa Sandmire sent us a question about what to do with all of those nasty chemicals and other hazardous cleaning products now that she has made the switch to green cleaning products.
Household Hazardous Waste Pickup Days
These hazardous products should not be poured down the drain or thrown out with the trash. Instead, you should collect these products and keep them stored in a safe place until you are able to dispose of them properly. Most municipalities hold Household Hazardous Waste Pickup Days. …

The Top 5 Major Types of Household Hazardous Wastes of Concern
By Steve Evans
Household hazardous waste is the term used for any goods or materials that is discarded from a home or a similar source that contains:
1. Chemicals that may evaporate into the air and become ignitable: are capable of burning or of causing a fire
2. Corrosive chemicals which capable of reacting with and dissolving goods or materials and injuring living tissue when in contact
3. Chemicals that may be explosive and/or Reactive: capable of causing an explosion or releasing poisonous fumes …

The main cleaning products available in common supermarkets and general stores contain many ingredients that are extremely toxic to people, pets and the environment. There are ways to get around using dangerous cleaning products. This list contains some of the most dangerous and toxic chemicals found in conventional cleaners. Avoid purchasing these products to maintain a safe home environment and an Earth friendly, green cleaning regime.
Dangerous Cleaning Products
Alkylphenol ethoxylates (APEs), are commonly found in detergents and disinfectants. These toxins are suspected hormone disruptors.
Ammonia is commonly found …