As more people become aware of the health and environmental impacts of household products, the more they realize the importance of buying green cleaning products. A primary contributor to the quality of indoor air is volatile organic compounds (VOCs). VOCs are carbon-based compounds that are used in the manufacture of a number of floor types as well as in floor cleaning products.

Getting a floor that emits a lower level of toxic chemicals is a huge step towards promoting healthier indoor living. So is cleaning those floors regularly with natural-based green cleaners. Use the following tips when choosing eco-friendly cleaning products for your home.

• Choose floor cleaners that contain plant oils, eucalyptus, coconut, sage or rosemary.
• When making your own cleaners at home ingredients that are safe to use include baking soda, lemon juice, borax, vinegar and sodium carbonate.
• Purchase non-chlorine bleach that's made with sodium perborate or sodium percarbonate.
• Select floor detergents that are fragrance-free.
• Choose all-purpose cleaners that are plant-based, such as coconut oil or palm kernel.