Natural Ways to Clean Your Stove Top and Oven

By Clifford Woods

The stove top and oven are two major grease spots in the kitchen that tend to be neglected, particularly the inside of the oven. Only natural ingredients will be discussed as chemical-based products are bad for your health as well as the environment. Also, if you would like to use a solution rather than household products, look into purchasing an organic all purpose cleaner with microorganisms as they will completely eliminate any bacteria without risk. 

In order to clean them properly, take a look at the recommendations below.




Stove Tops: 
Splatters and spots on the stove top can be quickly washed up if salt is applied to the area in advance. The salt will act as an absorbent and it also possesses a moderate coarse characteristic that will not damage the surface in any way. If you have leaked anything into your burners on your stove, spread a mixture of cinnamon and salt onto the spill and it will come off with ease.

The cinnamon will also cover up the burning odor next time you switch on the burner. Just about all stove tops, even ceramic glass types, can be maintained simply with a baking soda treatment. Use an old toothbrush placed in baking soda to be able to clean those tight crevices. Then rinse off everything completely in order to avoid leaving behind any white residue.

Ovens:
Oven cleaning is a bit more extensive than stove tops. There exists self-cleaning ovens which can simply be turned on; unfortunately not many people have this luxury though. If your oven does not have such a feature or your self-cleaning oven has malfunctioned, do not purchase a chemical-based oven clean from the store.

To wash the oven by hand, mix about a quarter inch layer of baking soda across the whole bottom part of the oven. Use a spray bottle filled with water to moisten the baking soda. During the next few hours, squirt the baking soda every now and then to maintain its dampness.
Next, let the baking soda paste sit over night. 

When you wake up, scoop out the dried baking soda and grime out of your oven with a wet cloth or sponge. Rinse the remaining deposits off. Much like your kitchen's sink, the easiest method to deal with oven cleaning is by using preventive techniques. Checking up on the oil and grease a few times per week means that it will not be necessary to do a huge cleaning as often as you have done in the past.

Once you have carried out a major cleaning, complete the task by using a sponge to wipe the entire area with a paste made from a combination of fifty percent water and fifty percent vinegar. This will likely assist in preventing oil accumulation. Make sure to give the whole oven a quick wipe down once every week with a cloth or sponge drenched in vinegar.

An additional precautionary idea is to protect the lower part of your oven using aluminum foil whenever you are preparing food that could overflow such as an apple pie or possibly a lasagna dish. If anything does accidentally leak over the cookware and on to the un-shielded bottom of the oven, the moment it is safe and the oven is no longer hot, cover the spillage with salt and let it stand.

It will become tough and crispy enough for you to lift from the surface area of the cold oven with a plastic utensil or anything else that will not scrape the inside. For those who have vents above the oven, you need to be examining them every few months for grease accumulation. To wash, wipe down the vents with a sponge soaked in vinegar. 

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Clifford Woods is the CEO of Effective Environmental Services and Organic Environmental Technology.
We brew Beneficial Microorganisms and offer Natural Organic Solutions

Useful Tips about Organic Mold Removers

By Clifford Woods

When most of us think about cleaning mold from a home, we envision the circus tent over the house pumping in gallons of putrid stinking poison that would kill everything and anything in the home. Well, what happens after the tent is lifted? All of that poison is now settled all over your home, on surfaces on books and sheets, blankets and kitchen appliances.

This simply means cleaning over everything once again, doubling all the labor, pain and time involved. So, instead of having to pay twice for something, how about trying a more organic way of removing mold from your home?

It must be noted that this isn't suggested if you have black mold in your home or if you have a huge mold issue that involves more than a single room, because those issues need to be taken care of by a professional. But if you just have a little bit of mold, you can try using organic mold removers.

Instead of going out and buying the most expensive mold cleaners that you have no idea what’s gone into them, how about making your own? You can easily use products that you already have around your home.

The best organic mold remover that you can make is by taking 2 cups of spring water and then adding 2 tablespoons of tea tree oil in it. Tea tree oil is a broad-spectrum fungicide, which means that it will kill most of the fungus and mold that it comes into contact with right away. Tea tree oil is inexpensive and can be found in most health food stores. Remember, it has an odor that might take a few days to dissipate.

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Some people do not like the odor at all and that could really put a cramp on using this organic mold remover. Once this organic mold remover has been placed and given a few minutes to saturate the mold, you can wipe away the dead spores making sure that you do this every few days until you see an improvement.




You can also just use all organic vinegar as well. If you put this vinegar into a spray bottle and spray it onto the mold, you will be killing over 82% of the mold and mildew on contact, and the rest you will be able to actually just wash away with a clean cloth. You don’t even have to wipe it away (if you can deal with the smell) until it dries. When it’s dry, it will no longer have that annoying odor and will really help you get rid of the mold in your home.

Additionally, there are organic mold removers made with beneficial microorganisms that do a great job of getting rid of mold and these are well worth looking into. Home made organic mold removers work well and are easy to make and beneficial microorganism based mold removers are very effective and inexpensive as well.
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Clifford Woods is the CEO of Effective Environmental Services and Organic Environmental Technology.
You can find out more about our Organic Mold Remover at www.effens.com
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Organic Septic Tank Cleaners

By Clifford Woods

Having a septic tank is one of the best and healthiest ways to get rid of the waste water from your home. Having a good septic tank cleaner is really important so that you can actually maintain the life and working order of your tank.

Now there are hard-core septic cleaners, which could potentially be dangerous because of their chemicals. So the safest way that you can go is by taking care of your septic tank system the all-natural and organic way. This will not only ensure the life of your system but it will also ensure that your soil, ground and family stay as healthy as they can.

The first rule of organic septic cleaning is actually getting your tank pumped out regularly. You want to ensure that you pump out all of the sludge and slime and other things that clog up your tank and prevent the anaerobic bacteria from doing its job and breaking down the solid waste that is washed out with the waste-water.

It has been determined that if your home does not have a garbage disposal then the rule of thumb is to get it pumped out once every 3 years. If your home does have a garbage disposal then you should get it pumped out every single year without exception.

The next thing is the organic septic tank cleaners, which have to do with adding biological additives including things like yeast products, natural bacteria and then enzymes.
You want to find products, which show that they are organic and that they will be safe for the ground water and soil around the tank that you are using. If you do not see this on the packaging then stay away from it because it could end up making people sick in the home, or even neighbors, because it could contaminate the ground water with chemicals and other non-organic substances.

You also want to make sure that with the addition of the organic cleaner that you also tend to your leaching field as well. It's an essential part of your septic system and needs to be treated well to maintain that end of the system.

You will want to plant tall grasses or things like that over the field so that you will have absorption beds for the waste-water. You do not want to plant trees or plants with heavy deep root systems because this could actually cause damage to your system and that is a very costly expense to get fixed.

With any septic tank cleaners, make sure as it was mentioned before that everything you put into it is all natural, biodegradable and safe for the environment. You want to ensure that for generations to come that you are being a responsible home owner and doing your part to ensure the life of your septic tank system.

Make sure that you are caring for the soil and ground water around your home as well because if that becomes contaminated, then it could take a very long time to clean up and it can be expensive as well.

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Chemical Free Schools

Chemical Free Schools

By Clifford Woods

You’d like to think that any environment in which kids spent most of their waking lives would be near enough 100% chemical free and therefore as safe as possible. Sadly however this has proven not to be the case as according to the results of recent studies, an alarming number of schools across the Western World are still packed to the rafters with harmful products and toxic chemicals that stand to cause untold damage in those most sensitive to harm. 

Wall-to-Wall Dangers: If a person was to actually have free run of a school for a couple of hours, chances are they would be in for quite the surprise as to how many chemicals and toxins are present outside the confines of the science labs. 

Committees are still pushing for chemical free schools as the current use of chemicals being used have the potential to do great harm in the years to come. But in the meantime awareness is still crucial. 

So what exactly are children at risk from in such environments?

• Solvents: Various paints, marker pens and craft supplies that may not have been vetted for safety. 
• Cleaning Products: Any number of cleaning products used by cleaners and the kids themselves from time to time that haven’t been thoroughly checked for harmful chemicals. 
• Vinyl: Certain types of vinyl products and supplies have been found to contain dangerous levels of toxins and still perpetuate in schools. 
• Airborne: Heaters and air-conditioners cleaned, maintained or built with toxic products/components. 

Take into account the above examples along with dozens of others and it can begin to appear that pushing for chemical free schools is an impossible task, but the truth is in fact quite to the contrary. 

Simple Steps to Chemical Free Schools

In order to protect the health of future generations, it is simply a case of taking small though decisive steps to introduce only natural products in schools and begin ruling out their harmful counterparts. 

There is really no reason to sit back

and accept that there are children at risk.

How to get started:

1. Rule out the purchase of any further vinyl products, as they may be inherently toxic.
2. Promote the use of recycled and 100% organic paper products.
3. Increase trash awareness and promote the use of reusable containers.
4. Organize discussion groups to air concerns and plan initiatives.
5. Check all cleaning supplies and immediately replace harmful chemicals with natural and organic cleaning products. 
6. Ensure all craft supplies used are 100% safe and natural. 
7. Eliminate the use of pesticides and chemicals both inside and outside the building.

For example, the use of an all organic dry erase board cleaner for schools

is an excellent step towards a chemical free school

The list goes on to encompass every part of the school where harmful substances may be in use. It isn't a case of trying to revolutionize the whole establishment overnight, but rather to build awareness and take the first steps toward insisting on chemical free schools that are safe for the kids and teachers alike. 

A Clear Choice: Fully natural, safe and organic products for use in schools are not only beneficial to the health of kids and the planet alike, but are also just as effective and affordable as their chemical counterparts. There really is no excuse for accepting anything less.

Summary: This article discusses the idea of chemical free schools, in the context of how chemicals and toxins found in schools currently can be harmful to kids and teachers alike. It brings into account the use of organic and natural products as a safe, viable and necessary alternative for the future.

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Clifford Woods is the CEO of Organic Environmental Technology.
You can find out more about Organic Cleaning Products at www.effens.com

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The Value of Clean Ponds to the Environment

The Value of Clean Ponds to the Environment

By Clifford Woods

Environment has remained the most neglected entity in the world throughout history with industrialists and businessmen totally forgetting that they live in a world, which they share with other creatures. This neglect of the surroundings we live in has resulted in severe consequences for us humans in the present day and age, which are going to affect our future generations as well. 

It is for this reason that people nowadays have started putting the environment above everything else. Business corporations and industries have started paying attention to the ecological system and are trying to find out ways to limit the pollution and to preserve our natural resources.

Why Is a Clean Pond so Necessary? Ponds are among the environments most polluted components. All the polluted water from the factories and industries is dumped in these lakes, which has caused these freshwater havens for many creatures to become unclean and the breeding ground for mosquitoes and other insects. 

Thus, a clean pond is not only necessary for providing a healthy environment for useful garden animals like frogs and toads but also for keeping the population of mosquitoes under control.

How to Clean a Pond:  For cleaning a pond, the use of an organic cleaner has proven to be vital for the safety of the other animals living in the pond. An inorganic chemical used as a cleaner can prove to be harmful for the aquatic life that lives there and can severely damage their population. 

Moreover, the use of chemicals also lowers the quality of the water and makes it unsafe for humans as well. Therefore, in order to have a clean pond, it is vital that only the use an organic cleaner should be attempted, as it would keep a pond clean without posing any threat to the aquatic life that lives there. 

Environmental Benefits of Clean Ponds:

A clean pond can be of great value to the environment. Not only does a pond make the atmosphere cleaner and provide water and a breeding place for many animals, it also provides people a chance to enjoy nature in its purest form. 

In addition to this, clean ponds are great substitutes for gardens and since they have no grass they do not need to be mowed every few days, thus they save a lot of electricity that would have been used in mowing the lawns. 

Another great environmental benefit of a clean pond is that its underwater soil is nutrient rich and can be used as natural fertilizer for in-door plants, thus saving a person the need to use chemical fertilizer for nourishing his plants. As the ponds do not require as much water because of their ability to store water from rainfall, they keep the water consumption down and help in saving water as well. 

It is because of these amazing environmental benefits that ponds are considered an important constituent of our ecological system and are of great value to us. Having a clean pond is a blessing for a community or a household as it keeps the natural balance and provides a soulful place for the people to relax and enjoy the beauty of nature.

Therefore, if you want to enjoy the ecological benefits that a clean pond can provide then always remember to use organic cleaners for clean ponds.

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Clifford Woods is the CEO of Organic Environmental Technology.
You can find out more about Organic Pond Cleaners at www.effens.com

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TIPS FOR A CLEAR POND ALL YEAR ROUND

TIPS FOR A CLEAR POND ALL YEAR ROUND

By Clifford Woods

You have done all the work to create your beautiful pond. You've got the correct, colorful fish and the pumps are pumping, the plants are "just so" and you start enjoying. You then do all the right things. Add the chemicals and things recommended and one day your pond is not as clear as it was. You cannot see your fish and worse - it's all green!

Oh no!
Well, here are some no chemicals tips for a clean, all natural, organic pond that you and your fish will love!

The first point is NEVER put any chemicals what-so-ever in your pond. They damage the environment; destroy natural vegetation and they can HARM your fish! If you are currently using chemicals, it is strongly recommend that you cease using them. At the very least, they are not safe for the environment.



Use effective microorganisms - always! Some kinds of microorganisms help us, but other kinds give us trouble. Among microorganisms, there are good bacteria and there are bad bacteria. Good bacteria clean water, produce cheese, bread etc. and are of help to our health. Bad bacteria contaminate soil, pollute water and air. They cause sickness and disease and degrade health. So, look around. Do a little research and locate some effective microorganisms that you can use in your pond. Your fish will love you for it.

No Ultra Violet Lights - ever. Ultra Violet light does reduce the bacteria in the pond; however, the UV cannot tell the difference between the good bacteria and the bad ones. Because of this, a UV light kills the friendly bacteria in the Pond and in any effective microorganisms you are using - right along with the bad guys!

Use your dechlorinator. If your water is chlorinated or every time you add fresh water to your pond; dechlorinate. Chlorine is not good for the microbes in any effective organisms you use.

Plants and animals are not likely to store chlorine. However, laboratory studies show that repeat exposure to chlorine in air can affect the immune system, the blood, the heart, and the respiratory system of animals.

Chlorine causes environmental harm at low levels. Chlorine is especially harmful to organisms living in water and in soil; so, use your de-chlorinator!

No sludge build-up! When effective microorganisms are used regularly in ponds, about every 6 weeks or so all-year-round, the black, stinky, smelly sludge build up on the bottom of ponds does not seem to happen.

Good practice. Some good practices when dealing with ponds are: a) Calculate the gallons of water in your pond correctly. Use a calculator - The formula is: length x width x average depth x 7.5. This ensures that whatever you are adding to it is being added correctly to your pond. b) If you have heavy rains, double the dosage of whatever effective microorganisms you are use. c) Do not fertilize your pond plants. This also fertilizes the algae - and we do not want to be doing that!

Using effective microorganisms, at the recommended dosages, all-year-round (every 6 weeks or so) and keeping your pond dechlorinated whenever you add fresh water, will give you: a) Happy fish, b) Thriving and beautiful plants, c) No green water, and d) A clean, healthy, beautiful pond all-year-round!

Clifford Woods is the CEO of Effective Environmental Services and Organic Environmental Technology.
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