Eco-friendly Back to School Cleaning Tips to Fight Germs This September

September means crisp mornings, new uniforms and busy classrooms but it also signals the return of the dreaded seasonal sniffles. As children head back to schools, germs travel fast between desks, lunch tables and shared equipment. The good news? With the right cleaning strategy, you can keep germs at bay without resorting to harsh chemicals.  

Why does September hygiene matter? 

As the weather changes, damp Autumn conditions make it a lot easier for germs to thrive and as your schedule gets busier, it becomes a lot harder to stay on top of deep cleaning.  

High traffic areas like door handles, desks and keyboards become hotspots for bacteria, so it’s important to stay on top of cleaning these as much as you can. We’ve put together a list of tips to keep the sniffles at bay.  

5 Eco-Friendly Cleaning Tips for Schools & Homes 

1.Target high touch zones daily  

Focus on desks, light switches and tabletops on a daily basis to reduce bacteria growing and thriving. Did you know vinegar is great at disinfecting? And chances are you probably already have some vinegar in your pantry, which you can use to create a water & vinegar cleaning solution. Pair this with our Bamboo Towels to create your very own eco-friendly cleaning power couple.  

2.Don’t forget to air out your home  

Open the windows for at least 10 minutes a day to air out your home and improve ventilation. Even a quick burst helps reduce airborne germs.  

3.Declutter to make cleaning easier  

We know how quickly things can build up, especially when your kids start bringing home crafts projects. Try to keep lockers, cubbies and homework stations tidy so surfaces stay accessible for quick wipe downs. 

4.Wash soft items more frequently  

Uniforms, PE kits and lunch bags should be washed at 60C degrees to remove any lingering bacteria. Pair with our Laundry Detergent Eggs for hypoallergenic and eco-friendly cleaning. 

5.Encourage healthy habits 

One of the most important things you can ever do is to teach your children proper handwashing. To make handwashing a little more exciting, why not find fun and enticing soaps. We love the Danny Dinosaur and Sparkle Unicorn soap from the good soap.  

The back to school season doesn’t have to mean a spike in sickness. By combining eco-friendly practices with smart daily routines, we can create healthy environments that keeps the germs at bay.