greener cleaning

When I first started thinking about switching to more environmentally friendly products at home, it felt quite overwhelming. There seemed to be so much to change, and I wasn’t sure where to begin. What really helped was breaking it down into small, manageable steps and reminding myself that it didn’t all have to happen at once.

One of the easiest places for me to start was with cleaning products. Swapping out chemical dishwashing powders and household cleaners for gentler, eco-friendly alternatives felt achievable and made an immediate difference. These products clean just as well, without the harsh chemicals, and they’re kinder to our homes and the environment.

Refillable cleaning products made the change even simpler. Reusing my bottles and topping them up with natural liquid cleaners reduced plastic waste and felt like a positive, practical habit I could stick with.

Taking things slowly made the whole process far less daunting. By focusing on one area at a time, greener living started to feel doable and even enjoyable. Small changes really do add up.

The real bonus for me is that I can make these changes easily at The Urban Co-op, where I can refill what I need and choose greener options all in one place.​

​Geraldine Fitzpatrick