
Well, well, well.. time for another cleaning product review (yeah!) I really do love my products, and when I can find one that not only works really well, but smells fantastic, too -- I get super excited! When I was approached to review the entire line of Sun and Earth products, I had never heard of them! The packaging was very different-looking, and I didn't recognize it from anywhere. I'm glad I got a chance to try it, however.
Here's why:
1. The smell... oh, dreamy. They are the most refreshingly terrific odor of orange oil and orange zest. You use any of the products, and it really smells like you have an instantly clean house -- even if you haven't finished yet. It's not a chemical smell, at all. But lovely :)
2. The goodness. These products shine as safe alternatives to products that contain petroleum, chlorine, phosphates, dyes, and perfumes. Not only will you find none of that stuff in here, you'll also be happy to hear that they are made from plant, fruit, and vegetable oils. They are non-toxic!
How did they compare to other cleaners in the "cleaning" category? Awesomely. I didn't notice any problems, except that I had to dial down how much I used (the laundry detergent, specifically). They are concentrated, and you don't need as much as you think!
I had the chance to try the hand wash, laundry liquid detergent, fabric softener sheets, fabric softener liquid, counter top spray, glass cleaner, laundry stain stick, dish detergent packets, and the dish liquid (which is my favorite of all the products.) Do you want a chance, too?
We are giving away one complete set of everything I tested, plus a nifty branded reusable tote bag (perfect for groceries.) The total value of the prize is $52.00! That's everything you need to get cleaning right away!
Wanna win? Just leave a comment on this post with your favorite cleaning tip. It can be anything. You can enter every day (each subsequent entry after the first unique entry can just be a comment saying "Today's Entry"), and you have until July 24th, 2009 at 11:59 pm CST to get your entries in!
Giveaways are subject to complete site rules. (Be sure to give us a way to reach you if you win, and remember that we will never use your email or contact info for anything other than to send your prize.) Good luck, and be sure to check out all of our other giveways!
Learn more about Sun and Earth at their website (www.sunandearth.com)
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My favorite tip is to use vinegar. It has so many amazing usages.
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ReplyDeleteMy most time consuming cleaning task is the chandelier. To really make the crystal sparkle, rinse the chandelier in a white vinegar and water mixture (50%/50%0. I've used this mixture for glass globes on lamps, crystal candle stick holders, windows, etc . . .
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I use the dishwasher to wash many items other than dishes-knick knacks, piggy banks and other items come out sparkling clean!
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When my five-year-old takes a bath, I give her a cup of baking soda and a half-cup of vinegar to play with.
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Use coffee filters when cleaning glass
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Always clean up spills immediately. The longer you let it sit on the counter or stovetop the harder it will be to get it off! Much easier to clean a wet splotch of sauce than a dry one!
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My favorite cleaning tip is soaking grimy plates in HOT water and dish soap to save extra scrubbing on my part.
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Just be sure to test every new product you buy to be sure it won't harm your furniture..or whatever.
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Use shampoo to clean the bathtub!! Makes it sparkling clean with no harsh chemicals!!
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My tip is: Always pick up after yourself and there will be these to clean!
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I let the messy stuff like the bathroom soak while I clean around it first.
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use newspaper with window cleaner instead of papar towels
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Thanks for the giveaway... Our cleaning tip is to clean your shower / bath / tile after running the shower for a few minutes to let the hot steam start to loosen the soap scum, etc.
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Use paint brushes to dust cracks and hard to reach places in telephones, stereos, etc.
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Those sound like great products. I always like to try the newer things coming out, because usually they are better than the old ones. When I clean I put music on, so that I forget what I HAVE to do, and enjoy the music while I work.
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ReplyDeleteNever go to bed without making sure the dishes are done and the coffee pot is set up. Cleaning is so much easier after a hot cup of coffee in the morning!
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Use the microwave to sanitize sponges!
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my favorite cleaning tip is using a 1/4 cup of baking soda in my wash it cuts back on odors and also keeps the washing machine from smelling musky and is cheap to purchase.
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Use old dryer sheets for a quick dustcloth. The anti static is great.
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We have 2 sweep/vacumm daily because of pet hair. I use a clothes sticky roller on the couch 2 pickup dog hair, it works
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To clean your garbage disposal: half a lemon (the whole thing) and some ice cubes! It keeps the blades sharp and everything smells lemony fresh!
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Baking soda and Vinegar (not necessarily together) are two of the best cleaning tools out there. I use them all the time
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My cleaning tip -- every time you go up or down the stairs take something with you -- it helps with keeping the house straightened up a little bit at a time.
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My favorite cleaning tip is to squeegee the shower door after every shower. Cuts back on soap scum and water stains. Don't have to scrub as much when cleaning.
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thursday and I save old socks for rags
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Great tips here! When the floor is covered with toys, books, paper, etc. (quite often around here) I have my kids "Scurry clean" When it's time to scurry, I set the timer for five (or fewer) minutes and say Go, scurry, scurry!! I put loud music on and they have a blast picking up and putting away as many things as possible before the timer goes off. After the scurry, the scurriers enjoy a snack break or game. I just keep 'em scurrying every now and then throughout the day and no more stepping on legos!
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Vinegar and Water is a great non toxic way to clean and deodorize floors and various other surfaces.
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Leave a basket in every room, that way it makes it easier to pick up all the stuff that doesn't belong.
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My cleaning tip is to put a little vinegar in your mop bucket to prevent streaking on floor. Thankyou for the contest :)
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I love to clean with old socks. It sounds crazy, but I just slide one over my hand and I can dust, wipe, and clean without holding onto anything, lol!
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I use vinegar and water to clean In the kitchen where we eat
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Mr. Clean Magic Eraser is truly magic for cleaning the inside of the refrigerator. No chemicals needed & it wipes away sticky spills with no effort, amazing!
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ReplyDeleteI thought I had already entered this contest with a cleaning tip but I can't find it in the comments so here's another one:
ReplyDeletePut your laundry away as soon as it gets finished drying so it doesn't start piling up all over your house and wrinkling. Such a common sense tip, but I can't tell you how many times I've been to someone's house and they've had to move the clean laundry off the couch so we could sit down!
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