Product Lifespan Matters

The environmental considerations surrounding a product do not end when it is purchased.

Proper use, cleaning, storage and maintenance can help extend the useful life of many household products.

For natural brooms, keeping the fibers dry when not in use, storing the broom appropriately and avoiding applications for which the product was not designed can help maintain its condition.

A product that remains useful for a longer period may reduce the frequency with which a replacement is needed.

Reduce Unnecessary Disposable Products

Not every cleaning task requires a disposable product.

Where practical, reusable cleaning tools can provide an alternative for everyday tasks that would otherwise rely on frequently replaced products.

Natural brooms are one example. Their simple construction allows them to be used repeatedly for routine cleaning in suitable environments.

The goal is not to eliminate all disposable products, but to consider where reusable options are practical and appropriate.