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Bathrooms are among then easier rooms in which to go green. As consumer demands for environment friendly products has grown, manufacturers today are offering more recycled and other environment friendly as well as budget friendly products. The bathroom is a great place to go green.

An energy efficient and water-wise bathroom can save significantly on monthly utility bills. Using low-flow water fixtures can save thousands of gallons of water per year. It is a room where you typically find lots of toxic chemicals. Water and energy usage in the bathroom often far outstrip its modest size relative to the rest of the house. If you can find ways to cut down on chemicals and resource consumption in the bathroom, you can improve your impact on the environment. Here are some suggestions on how to go green in the bathroom:

1. Think organic. Bath linens made from organic cotton are not only comfortable and soft, they require less pesticide to produce than regular cotton linens. Manufacturers that use the slightly more expensive organic cotton also tend to use natural dyes and softeners that are less toxic to the environment than man-made chemicals and are gentler on sensitive skin.

Consider replacing your vinyl shower curtain with a heavy cotton duck curtain. The plastic in a shower curtain is PVC, and the plasticizers in PVC are hormone disrupters. Those toxic ingredients can become airborne. At the very least, air out the curtain in the sun until it does not smell anymore.

2. Try an all natural approach. Natural bath products are friendlier to your skin. You can research products that you use and discover healthy alternatives. Natural touches include 100 % beeswax candles, which are natural air fresheners and do not contain potentially harmful petroleum products.

A bathroom that is in harmony in nature can be a true oasis. Create an ambiance in your bathroom that is beautiful and serene using whatever elements connect you personally to nature. You can try adding a soaking tub with windows on two sides so that when you lie in the bath, you can look out at the sky. It is beautiful and relaxing.

3. Be water wise. A low-flow showerhead can reduce water consumption by 30 percent, yet still provide a pressurized spray. Another ingenious gadget is a grey-water diverter which sends used water from the shower or bath to a collection container for distribution to your garden.

Insulating your water heater and lowering its thermostat to 120 degrees makes a real difference in the amount of energy used to heat your morning shower. Consider replacing your toilet with a low-flow model.

4. Use recycled building products. If you are remodeling your bathroom, seek out tiles that are made from recycled materials. Thanks to recycling’s popularity, colors and finishes are plentiful. Recycled glass tile is a particularly good choice for low emissions.

5. Green cleaning. Get rid of the harsh chemicals that you use to clean the tub and toilet. Pay attention to the government-mandated warning labels on cleaning products; the terms used, from least to most toxic, are “caution,” “warning” and “poison/danger.” Aim for products that say “caution” only. Look for environment conscious brands like Seventh Generation and Ecover.

If you think green cleaners can not do tough jobs, try this solution for clogged drains; pour a cup of dry baking soda down the drain followed by three cups of boiling water. If the clog doesn’t dislodge, follow with a cup of vinegar. The fizzy reaction should overpower even the most stubborn clogs.

Organic Cotton Towels Natural Bath Towel: A rejuvenating spa experience at home begins with plush, absorbent Organic Cotton Towels made from exceptionally soft, highest quality long-staple 100% organic cotton. Rich colors are created with a certified low eco-impact dye recipe. Chlorine- and softener-free finishing preserves the purity of the cotton. Machine wash. Available in bamboo, natural, cocoa, nori green, seafoam, slate blue, russet, mushroom, plum, moss, ruby, hydro-white, grass green or geranium.

Lauren Ralph Lauren “Spa” Organic Towels: Crafted from the purest organic cotton, this ecologically friendly collection is the most luxurious way to make an everyday difference. Exceptionally soft and most absorbent, there is no better way to bring a spa-like experience to routine bathing. Expertly crafted from the finest organic cotton, the plush loop bath towel is woven from long-staple cotton for exceptional softness and superior absorbency. Eco-friendly organic certification ensures the fibers are grown in a sustainable manner, and the collection is machine washable for easy care.

Bumkins Organic Cotton Hooded Towel Set: Towel and washcloth set are made from thick, unbleached organic cotton terry cloth, more absorbent and fluffier than unbleached (white) terry cloth. So luxurious, you’ll wish there was an adult size! Bumkins Organic Cotton Hooded Towel & Washcloth Set makes a luxurious gift for any new mom’s precious little baby. Soft and comfortable against baby’s delicate skin, this beautiful gift set is sure to please. It comes ready to give in an organza gift bag with tie.

MYSTIC TREASURE ORGANIC STRAWBERRY GREEN TEA SOAP: Lovingly handmade by a time tested cold process, these are richly aromatic and refreshing hard bars that produce an invigorating lather, cleanse, soothe and soften skin. Only natural ingredients are used with no harsh chemicals added. Handcrafted with: select fresh vegetable oils, vegetable glycerin moisturizers, purified water, natural green tea extracts, organic strawberry extracts and mulberry extracts. Perfect for soothing and softening sun ravaged or cold wind chapped skin, body, facial skin and pore cleansing, the perfect day starting Pick-Me-Up Soap Bar, Mood and relaxation enhancement and gift giving! Sold as a set of two 4.2 oz.

Deep Steep Honey Bubble Bath: A deep steep bath is like stepping into a little oasis, a wonderful opposite to the day’s overload. Our bubble bath combines essential oils, vitamins E & B5, Honey with an infusion of Organic Aloe, Olive, Hawthorne, Barley Grass & Rosehips. No Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS), 100% free of parabens, 100% chemical preservative free, 100% Vegan.

Organic Choice Cleaner / Degreaser: Organic Choice Cleaner/Degreaser Concentrate is the only cleaner to receive the Green Seal of approval for both home and office. Organic Choice cleaner is the most environmentally safe cleaning product on the market today. It is water based and is considered non-hazardous, by OSHA. None of the ingredients are hazardous, carcinogenic or banned chemical agents. It contains no dilymanine or other combustibel citrus or orange based chemicals. Organic Choice cleaner/degreaser can replace hazardous solvents and cleaning products in your home or business.

Earth Friendly Baby Organic Lavender Bubble Bath: Relaxing Lavender is the lead oil in this gentle bubble bath. With other botanicals to cleanse baby and child’s sensitive skin. Ideal before bed time to relax and soothe child and parents. 12.5 fl. oz.

Organic Twill Bath Mat Natural: 100% Organic To The Bottom Of Your FeetOur organic cotton twill bath mat shares the same colors as our organic cotton twill towels, has a plain weave and rectangle border. It fits beautifully in any decor.Machine wash cold and tumble dry low.Measures: 20″ x 35″.

Revitalize Spa Flow Showerhead: Get spa treatment without leaving your home! Enjoy an invigorating, tension relieving spa session every time you take a shower with the Revitalize Spa Flow Shower Head. The powerful turbo jet technology adds oxygen to the shower stream and actually accelerates the water velocity by 250% to help massage away those stressful tension knots around the neck and shoulders. The 9″ extension arm adjusts in both height and direction so you can position the water where it feels best. Quick wetting and quick rinsing. Actually saves you time and money. Chrome plated & fits any décor!

Water Lily Rain Showerhead: Use the Water Lily and you’ll experience a luxurious, maximum-flow shower that just happens to be environmentally friendly, too. Instead of conserving water while you’re taking a shower, Evolve’s ShowerStart technology saves the hot water that’s wasted before you actually get in. The result - save time, hot water, energy and money without giving up a single thing. Taking your shower never felt so good.

Seventh Generation Natural All Purpose Cleaner: Effectively cleans and degreases hard surfaces both inside and outside your home. Excellent for wet mopping. Not recommended for use on wood floors. All natural ingredients like Aqua, polyglucoside, sodium lauriminodipropionate, coconut alcohol ethoxylate, sodium carbonate, sodium citrate, essential oils and botanical extracts.

Eco Me Home Kit-Natural, Non Toxic and Chemical Free Ingredients to Mix Your Own Cleaning Products: Create your own chemical-free cleaning products for a safe and natural home: Eco-Me All Purpose Spray Cleaner Eco-Me Wood Polish Spray Cleaner Eco-Me Scrub Cleanser What’s in the kit: 1 natural fiber storage bag 2 spray bottles for mixing spray cleaner and polish 1 jar for mixing scrub cleanser 1 natural bristle scrub brush 1 handy mixer 1 microfiber cleaning cloth 1 bottle Eco-Me Home Cleaning Essential Oil Easy to follow instructions show you how to mix ingredients right from your own kitchen. Bring your own: oil, vinegar, water and baking soda Mix some of ours: Eco-Me Home Cleaning Essential Oil Eco-Me’s proprietary blend of essential oils aid in removing dirt, mildew, mold, water stains and other household grime. Our 100% natural essential oils (a mix of tea tree, lavender, lemongrass and rosemary) are antiseptic and antibacterial. They smell great and give your Eco-Me products an extra cleaning boost! 1 bottle of Eco-Me essential oil blend will last for 2 fills of each product, that’s 6 cleaning products in just 1 kit!

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