Can anyone advise me what household cleaning products are safe to use around cats?

Vinegar and baking soda are great all-purpose products for cleaning. List of safe ingredients, how to use and links to other articles/recipes:


http://www.helium.com/items/1041812-natu…


http://www.helium.com/items/1374871-natu…


Window Cleaner:


1/4-1/2 tsp of liquid detergent (”green” of course)


3 tbs of vinegar


2 cups of water


1 spray bottle





Mix up ingredients in spray bottle and shake until well blended. Use as you would commercial window cleaner.


(Also an oven cleaner recipe in the link)


http://www.articlesbase.com/home-improve…





There are also many ways to use natural ingredients as bug repellents. Here's a Google search link with articles on several different ways to use the bay leaves to repel roaches and other bugs.


http://www.google.com/search?hl=en%26amp;newwi…Can anyone advise me what household cleaning products are safe to use around cats?
All of these answers were fantastic.. thatnk you all so much for taking the time to answer so thoroughly %26amp; thoughtfully :0) There are some really expesive cleaing products in the pet shop - i can't help but think the natural methods you've reccommended would be better all round! Thanks again

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Can anyone advise me what household cleaning products are safe to use around cats?
Dangerous Housecleaning Products





•Chemical cleaners containing phenol and phenol derivatives such as naphthol, wood tar, and creosote •Chlorine – A common ingredient in household bleach, chlorine is toxic if inhaled or licked.





•Toilet bowl and drain cleaners





Non-Toxic Alternatives





•Baking soda – This is good for cleaning bathrooms, particularly removing soap scum, put in cat litter to make sure it doesn't smell, and is far safer than chemical cleaners. However, it should be used with caution as a cat that eats baking soda may suffer a chemical imbalance. Baking soda residues should be thoroughly rinsed from surfaces.





•Environmentally friendly commercial products – Green cleaners are derived from plant extracts.





•Lemon juice – Lemon juice is safe, but citrus oil, often used in furniture polish, can be toxic to both cats and dogs. Furniture polish can be made from lemon juice rather than citrus oil: mix 1 part lemon juice with 2 parts olive or vegetable oil and apply with a soft cloth





•Stabilized chlorine dioxide – This kills viruses, bacteria, and fungi, but does not harm animals





•Vinegar








Good luck!
Other products are the ';natural'; ones. There is a product called ';Clean Green'; which is an example of these types of cleaners. I also agree with the previous answer.

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