Consumerism

Eco – friendly floor cleaner

- Hansini G
 Consumerism
The definition of consumerism is the protection of the rights and interests of the general pool of
buyers, or an obsession with buying material goods or items. Laws and rules that protect people who
shop and spend are examples of consumerism. An obsession with shopping and acquiring stuff is
an example of consumerism.

Consumerism has a good and bad side. Although consumerism drives economic growth and boosts
innovation, it comes with a fair share of problems ranging from environmental and moral
degradation to higher debt levels and mental health problems. As well as obvious social
and economic problems, consumerism is destroying our environment. As the demand for goods
increases, the need to produce these goods also increases. This leads to more pollutant emissions,
increased land-use and deforestation, and accelerated climate change.
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Camphor – it has excellent antibacterial and antifungal properties. It has unique fragrance and keeps
insects away.

Alum – alum is an excellent purifier of water. Alum is aluminium sulphate which purifies water in the
process of loading. It binds the smaller dust and dirt particles to form larger particles which then
settles down.

Cinnamon – cinnamon is antibacterial and antiseptic. It is very effective against mold and pests and it
kills bacteria. It has natural fresh fragrance.

Salt – salt acts as a disinfectant and kills bacteria.

Lemongrass oil – lemon grass oil is antifungal and antibacterial. It keeps houseflies and fruit flies
away. It kills germs and has a very fresh fragrance.
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How to make and use it
Step 1 – Take camphor (10 - 12 pieces), alum and cinnamon in a bowl and crush it (not necessary).
Crushing them make them dissolve in water quickly.

Step 2 – Add the crushed mixute in 1 litre of water.

Step 3 – Add four tablespoons of salt and ten drops of lemongrass oil in water.
In case of places with high humidity, reduce the salt accordingly.

Step 4 – Mix the the water throughly.

Step 5 – Let it stand for 10 - 12 hours.

The eco – friendly floor cleaner is ready.

To use take 2 tablespoons in 2 – 3 litres.
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Why is it important to use eco – friendly floor cleaner
Floor cleaners are made out of harmful toxic chemicals which is harmful for us as well as the
environment. They are also expensive.

Eco - friendy floor cleaner is safe and useful to the environment and they are 100% chemical free. It
is more effective than floor cleaners made out of harmful toxic chemicals and leaves behind an
unique fresh frangrance. It is also cheap to make.