Personal Protective Equipment Use protective gloves, safety glasses, and mask that are appropriate to your the task if the product presents hazards to skin, eyes, or lungs. Safer Alternatives One of the best means of avoiding exposure to household hazardous materials is to use safer alternatives whenever possible. However, don t feel that you need to throw out all your everyday products and buy new ones. Substitute gradually, and you won t be overwhelmed. Step One Start with making your own simple and effective products.
Alternatives are fun and economical to mix.
Below are four time-honored recipes to help you begin making a gradual switch towards safer household products. All Purpose Cleaners 1. Vinegar and Salt. Mix together for a good surface cleaner 2. Dissolve 4 tablespoons baking soda in 1 quart of warm water for a general cleaner. Brass Cleaner Lemon Juice and Salt.