Introduction: Why Ditch the Bleach?

For many of us, cutting boards are an essential kitchen tool, used to prepare everything from fresh veggies to raw meat. But keeping them sanitized and safe for food prep can be a challenge, especially if you're trying to avoid harsh chemicals like bleach. Traditional disinfectants may get the job done, but they often leave behind toxic residues that are harmful to your health, the environment, and your food. Fortunately, you don’t need bleach to keep your cutting board clean—eco-conscious, non-toxic solutions can deliver the same results without the harsh side effects.

In this post, we’ll walk you through how to effectively disinfect a cutting board with sustainable, eco-friendly solutions. Whether it’s wood, plastic, or bamboo, we’ve got practical, easy-to-follow steps to help you clean your board without compromising safety or the planet.

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The Risks of Using Bleach in Your Kitchen

Though bleach is known for its disinfecting power, it’s not without its risks. According to the Environmental Working Group (EWG), bleach releases toxic fumes that can irritate the skin, eyes, and respiratory system. More concerningly, residual bleach on kitchen surfaces can linger and potentially contaminate food, posing health risks to your family.

If you're striving to reduce toxins in your home, there's good news—there are non-toxic, sustainable alternatives that offer powerful cleaning without sacrificing your health or the environment. And you likely already have some of them in your home!

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Tools and Ingredients for Non-Toxic Cutting Board Cleaning

• MamaSuds All-Purpose Cleaner – a non-toxic, plant-based formula that effectively breaks down grease, grime, and surface bacteria.
• MamaSuds Extra Strength Oxygen Powder – a natural stain remover and deodorizer that tackles tough bacteria.
• White vinegar or hydrogen peroxide – excellent natural disinfectants.
• Lemon – a natural antibacterial agent with a fresh scent.
• Baking soda – gentle on surfaces and effective at removing stains.
• A scrub brush or sponge.

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Step-by-Step Guide: How to Clean and Disinfect Cutting Boards

Step 1: Rinse Off Residue Immediately After Use

Begin by rinsing the cutting board with hot water right after use. This prevents bacteria from settling into the board, especially after cutting raw meat or seafood. A quick rinse makes the following steps more effective.

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Step 2: Scrub with MamaSuds All-Purpose Cleaner

Spray MamaSuds All-Purpose Cleaner generously over the surface of the cutting board. This non-toxic formula cuts through grease and food residue without leaving harmful chemicals behind. Use a scrub brush or sponge to thoroughly clean both sides of the board.

Pro tip: Use a different cutting board for meat and veggies to avoid cross-contamination.

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Step 3: Deodorize and Sanitize with MamaSuds Extra Strength Oxygen Powder

Mix a tablespoon of MamaSuds Extra Strength Oxygen Powder with warm water to create a powerful cleaning paste. Apply it to any stained or smelly areas of the cutting board. Let the paste sit for 10-15 minutes to allow the oxygenated formula to lift stains and neutralize odors naturally.

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Step 4: Disinfect with Vinegar or Hydrogen Peroxide

Vinegar and hydrogen peroxide are both effective natural disinfectants. Spray your cutting board with one of these options and let it air-dry. If you prefer to skip vinegar's strong scent, hydrogen peroxide offers the same antibacterial benefits without the lingering odor.

Important: Avoid letting vinegar or hydrogen peroxide sit on wooden boards for too long, as it can degrade the wood over time.

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Step 5: Use Lemon for a Fresh Finish

For an extra antibacterial boost (and a fresh scent), rub half a lemon over the surface of the board. This simple step adds another layer of cleaning and leaves your board smelling citrusy-fresh. Lemon juice also helps remove lingering stains.

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Step 6: Let the Board Dry Completely

Always allow your cutting board to air-dry thoroughly. Bacteria thrive in moist environments, so propping the board upright to ensure both sides dry is essential. For wooden boards, consider applying a light coat of food-grade oil to prevent cracks and keep the wood hydrated.

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The Importance of Eco-Friendly Cleaning Practices

Cleaning without harsh chemicals isn’t just better for your health—it’s better for the environment, too. According to the American Lung Association, many conventional cleaning products, including bleach, release harmful volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that contribute to indoor air pollution. Choosing non-toxic alternatives like MamaSuds ensures your home stays safe while minimizing your carbon footprint.

Additionally, every small eco-friendly swap adds up. By opting for plant-based products, like MamaSuds All-Purpose Cleaner, you’re making a sustainable choice that supports a healthier planet—and teaching your kids the importance of conscious consumption.

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Why Choose MamaSuds for a Cleaner, Greener Home?

When it comes to green home solutions, MamaSuds products are designed to meet the highest standards. They are free from sulfates, phthalates, and other harmful chemicals, ensuring your family stays safe. Whether it’s cutting boards, countertops, or laundry, MamaSuds makes it easy to maintain a toxin-free home.

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Clean Smarter, Not Harder

Ready to ditch the bleach and embrace non-toxic cleaning? Shop MamaSuds All-Purpose Cleaner and Extra Strength Oxygen Powder today and discover the power of sustainable cleaning solutions. Use these products not only on your cutting boards but also throughout your home to maintain a clean, healthy, and eco-friendly space.

Take the first step toward a safer home with MamaSuds—because what you use to clean matters.

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The same versatile, non-toxic cleaning products you've used on other projects in your house can be used for hard water stains as well. Follow these simple hints and watch those spots disappear. 

• Remove slime from clothes with vinegar and baking soda by pouring vinegar over the slime, scrubbing back and forth until it comes out, and rinsing with water.
• For dried slime, mix white vinegar, water, and baking soda to create a paste and cover the dried slime before letting it sit until dry.
• Castile soap can also be used to remove slime from both wet or dried slime on clothes.
• For carpet stains, mixture two parts of vinegar and one part warm water together before spraying onto the stain and using a soft brush to work it loose.
• An alternative is to add one teaspoon of castile soap to one cup of warm water before spraying onto the stain, scrubbing gently with a sponge and repeating as necessary.

• Regularly cleaning your washing machine is essential for proper functioning and clean clothes.
• Vinegar is an effective, natural cleaning agent safe for all washers.
• For a top loader, vinegar and baking soda should be used separately to clean the rubber seal and lid.
• After each use, wipe down the washer with a dry towel to reduce mold and mildew build-up.
• Cleaning your washer will extend its life and improve the quality of your clothes.

• Cleaning couches with vinegar and baking soda is an easy and natural way to maintain furniture longevity.
• Rubbing alcohol can clean microfiber couches, while a vinegar solution is best for leather.
• For velvet couches, vacuum before brushing, and use a baking soda solution with lemon juice to deep clean and eliminate odor.
• Natural products from MamaSuds will keep furniture looking fresh and healthy without the use of chemicals.

Nobody likes pests in their home! While there are a large number of professional-grade chemicals you can use to deter pests, these are often toxic and harmful to the environment. Thankfully, there are some eco-friendly solutions that can keep pests out of your home.

 

Use Vinegar

Vinegar is one of the most versatile household products. It’s eco-friendly, cost-effective, widely available, and most people already have some in their pantries. All insects hate vinegar, so it’s one of the best ways to keep them away. Spray a solution of ¼ cup white vinegar and 2 cups of water on your counter-tops, doors and windows to keep ants, spiders, cockroaches, and other insects out of your home. This mixture works to spray away the trail that ants use to travel between locations. Breaking this trail will cause confusion among their group, prompting them to leave your home. If you don’t like the strong smell of vinegar, you can add a few drops of peppermint oil to this solution to mask the scent.

 

Block Off Entrance Points

The best way to control pests is to prevent them from entering your home in the first place. Seal up all the possible places that bugs and insects could enter your home. Take a walk around your home to identify any gaps, holes, or cracks around windows, door frames, vents, and piping. Fill these gaps with caulk or non-toxic filler. If your window screens are ripped or broken, replacing them will help block out pests. This strategy is also important for preventing rodents from entering your home. Blocking off entrance points is the best option to keep away mice.

 

Keep Your Home Clean

Dirty, rotten food attracts a large number of pests—from cockroaches and ants to mice and rats. Keeping your home clean is the best way to remove the temptation from these creepy crawly creatures. Make sure you keep your food waste bagged and safely deposited in the trash bin as soon as possible. Wipe away sticky spills and pick up dropped food immediately. Keep all your food stored in sturdy, air-tight containers that can’t be ripped or chewed open by pests. Maintaining a clean home will go a long way towards repelling pests.

 

Next time you’re dealing with pests in your home, try these three eco-friendly solutions. Keep your home clean, block off possible entry points, and use a solution of vinegar and water to keep them away in a way that’s safe for them and for the environment.

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• Using everyday household items can help maintain a clean home.
• Vinegar is an affordable and efficient cleaning product that can kill bacteria and germs and leave behind a clean shine.
• Baking soda can be used to scrub dirty surfaces and neutralize odors.
• Essential oils are effective replacements to harmful chemical cleaners while making housework more pleasant.
• Professional help may be necessary for certain tasks like carpet cleaning, upholstering, or deep spring cleaning.

Within most humid and warm environments, there is the by-product called mold. Whether you live near a forest, by the ocean, or any other moist place, mold will thrive. It can work on decaying certain organic materials and recycle them back into the Earth. Molds can also be used to make enzymes to make certain foods. Molds have the ability to develop penicillin and other antibiotics. However, the last place you want mold would be in your house. How do you remove your home’s mold without introducing other harmful toxins? Here are four ways to do it.

Early Detection

Detecting mold in your home as early as possible is the best strategy, simply because the spores can become airborne and cause the mold to easily spread. Cleaning it off of walls within a few hours of the first appearance of mold is ideal.

Use Vinegar

The best way to utilize vinegar as a mold-fighting agent is to spray it undiluted on the offending area. After leaving the vinegar on the mold for a few hours, you can wipe off the mold. White vinegar is particularly adept at killing mold spores, with some studies reporting a track record of eliminating 82% of them.

Hydrogen Peroxide

If you’re turned off by the smell of vinegar, in many cases, you can utilize hydrogen peroxide to get mold residue off your surfaces. Just spray a 3% hydrogen peroxide solution on the mold and wait for ten minutes. After you scrub it clean, you can remove any residue with a damp cloth to treat any residue. Many individuals have found hydrogen peroxide and vinegar as an effective solution for mold issues. Store it in a bottle in a dark area so light doesn’t break it down.  

Stock Up on MamaSuds

There are plenty of all-purpose cleaners on the market today that fight mold, such as Mamasuds. This brand diminishes mold by neutralizing the properties of the fungus and then the cleaner can wipe it away almost immediately.

As you can see, there is no need for you to use harsh chemicals to clean up the mold issues in your home. You can use any of these alternatives and you can also talk to experts to learn of countless more options too. These individuals have spent their whole careers finding new ways to combat the mold problem in many homes, and they would be happy to assist you.