501 Amazing Uses for Salt, Vinegar, Baking Soda, Olive Oil and Lemons

Book excerpt: Back to basics. 501 Amazing Uses for Salt, Vinegar, Baking Soda, Olive Oil, and Lemons is the essential expert domestic companion. 501 Amazing Uses for Salt, Vinegar, Baking Soda, Olive Oil, and Lemons is a collection of easy-to-use household hints for families who want to have a greener household. Using natural ingredients that are inexpensive, nontoxic, and found in nearly every pantry, these tips make it easy to live green! The first section “The Green Home,” introduces readers to the basic ingredients--salt, vinegar, baking soda, olive oil, and lemons--and explains the qualities that make them so useful around the home. Chapters on “The Green Kitchen,” “Earth-Friendly Personal Care,” “The Eco-Conscious House and Garden,” and “Green Living Anywhere,” are packed with simple tips for inside and outside the home, from healthy cleaning solutions to natural pet care. Color-coded by main ingredient, each tip has an ingredient list and step-by-step instructions. Full of smart ideas and money-saving options for better living, 501 Amazing Uses for Salt, Vinegar, Baking Soda, Olive Oil, and Lemons is a great reference for readers wishing to simplify their collection of household products and detoxify their homes. With a charming design and simple-to-use approach, this reliable, organic subject gets a treatment that makes it an indispensable reference and a great gift. * This domestic companion includes all the essential information you’ll need for creating the best green living space. * Learn how to combine practical household products for a fresh home. 501 Amazing Uses for Salt, Vinegar, Baking Soda, Olive Oil, and Lemons is an essential reference guide for anyone ready to create the most happy and healthy home.