Have a look at what we're pouring into the sewage system:
Green and non-green brands
Here are two family-owned firms supplying a range of traditional cleaning ingredients. Both websites have good advice about how to use these products.
www.summernaturals.co.uk: Online supply of bulk basics including white vinegar
www.dri-pak.co.uk: They don’t sell direct to the public, but their website lists outlets. Waitrose etc for liquid soap, soda crystals; Robert Dyas for other products; several online retailers.
Some Lewes and Brighton retailers (2024):
Lansdown Stores, Cliffe High St, Lewes: A range of ‘loose’ (refill your own) products such as eco washing-up liquid, white vinegar etc; basic ingredients such as bicarbonate of soda, pure soap
Seasons, Cliffe High St, Lewes: A few ‘loose’ products, ingredients such as citric acid and washing soda, and cleaning materials such as Loofco washing-up pads, compostable sponges
Infinity, 25 North Rd, Brighton: A good range of eco cleaning products
Waitrose, Tesco: Some items – Ecover products, white vinegar, washing soda
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Commercial laundry products
Meanwhile, here are some lists of ingredients for a few commercial brands:
- Ecover laundry powder:
- A couple of mainstream powders:
- Ariel laundry liquid. Note the warning 'Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects':
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