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LisaCarey
Houston, TX
Cleaning Mean and Green -- and it Smells So Good
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too busy to make beds, a homeowner, picking up after pets, messy, experienced parent, value conscious, desires neat and tidy, a woman
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    concentrated, Eco-friendly, great price, refillable, safe, works great


OCT
27
2008
 
 
 

Arm & Hammer Essentials Multi Surface Cleaner — 

Thanks to House Party.com I received a full size bottle of Arm and Hammer Essentials Multipurpose Cleaner, Degreaser, Fridge Freshener, Microfiber Cleaning Cloth, and Window Cleaner.  Needless to say, if there had been a toilet bowl cleaner in there also, I would have been in cleaning heaven! 

Arm and Hammer Essentials plant based cleaners that not only clean using green properties, and plant extracts, but they are also designed to be more environmentally friendly.  To use Arm and Hammer Essentials you purchase the regular size spray bottle and small size bottle cleaner.  You simply fill the large size bottle to the line with water. Next you take the small size bottle and screw it into the top. You don't have to worry about spilling any cleaner because it screws right in, and you don't have to even take the foil package off as it is torn when inserting it into the screw bottle.  The cleaner is released into the water. You make sure the spray button is set to off and give the bottle a little shake.  You now have a full size multipurpose cleaner (degreaser, or window cleaner) that is refillable, so now you have less waste.  Not only is it saving space in land fills, but the small containers of cleaning fluid are recyclable.

The Arm and Hammer Essentials Multipurpose Cleaner:

  • Cleans without streaks
  • Uses plant-based cleaners* derived from coconuts and palm kernel
  • Effective and safe - with no ammonia or phosphates
  • Light, fresh scent - no harsh chemical fumes
  • Refill pack uses 80% less packaging than 2 pre-filled spray cleaners

* With other biodegradable cleaners.

It is designed to clean counter tops, kitchens, baths, glass, sinks and more. 

Arm and Hammer Essentials Cleaner and Degreaser has all the same features as the multi purpose but is designed for use on microwaves, trash cans, stove and cook tops.

Arm and Hammer Essentials Window Cleaner is designed for your windows and glass in mind, as well as stainless steel.

My Viewpoint: Arm and Hammer Essentialsis one mean, green cleaner.  Using my microfiber cloth I quickly and easily cleaned my whole kitchen.  The cleaners leave everything looking shiny and new.  It is especially helpful to have a cleaner I can use from kitchen to bath, I can throw all three cleaners and a toilet bowl cleaner in a mop bucket and almost go from room to room. IArm and Hammer Essentials cleans effectively and leaves a fresh clean, natural scent that is not over powering throughout the house.  Sometimes I wipe off the counters just to smell the cleaner!  The inside of the microwave looks great (ok it did until I warmed up left overs a few minutes ago) and I don't have to worry about harsh chemicals.  One of my friend's daughters has very sensitive skin, she used it to mop the floors and finally she found something she can mop with that does not leave a raised red bumpy allergic rash on her daughters feet after mopping. 

I especially appreciate Arm and Hammer Essentials use of plant extracts for cleaning, the ability to cut down on waste and the microfiber cloths are multi purpose and work so very well.  I am sure that this cleaner, while a little more expensive to get started with the kit, is definitely worth the cost and will be a cleaner I can stay with to quickly, easily and "greenly" clean my house with. You may be able to access coupons on their site -right now 2 per family are available. 



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LisaCarey wrote on Nov 7, 2008 at 12:38PM

In response to GigiandAdonai's comment from Nov 7, 2008 at 11:48AM:

I also found this -- you can try it for FREE here http://www.essentialscleaners.com/tryit/free_trial.pdf
I post things like this (free samples, rebates, free products etc on my hobby website -- freebiefinds.blogspot.com. You can even read some reviews on it -- which really surprised me! If you decide to sign up for the newsletter private message me your email and we will get you signed up. The girls in my mothers playdate group are LOVING the bottles I gave away from the HouseParty.

GigiandAdonai wrote on Nov 7, 2008 at 11:48AM

I just saw a commercial for this product the other day and it looks like a really good one. Thanks for posting a review and the tips on securing coupons.

Katrena wrote on Oct 28, 2008 at 4:39PM

That's nice to know that it's easy on the skin. Great to include info about coupons.

AngelaWLaFon wrote on Oct 28, 2008 at 1:49PM

Great review. Thanks for the coupon tips.

LaurieM wrote on Oct 28, 2008 at 8:02AM

Sounds good. I'm going to try it. :)