A Greener Home with MadeKind: Do Natural Cleaning Products Work?
At GrowTropicals, sustainability has always sat at the heart of what we do—from responsible plant sourcing to recyclable packaging and conscious aftercare guidance. So when we launched our month-long collaboration with MadeKind, a UK brand specialising in natural, non-toxic cleaning products, it felt like the perfect alignment of values.
Houseplant lovers often think about soil, light and humidity, but not always about the environment they’re creating around their plants. Harsh, chemical-heavy cleaners can irritate leaves, impact indoor air quality, and undo the work you’ve put into cultivating a healthy, thriving plant space. Natural cleaning products, on the other hand, support a cleaner home and a healthier ecosystem for your tropical plants.
As part of our collaboration, we sat down with MadeKind founders Anita and Caroline to talk about why they created the brand, the environmental impact of traditional cleaning chemicals, and why switching to natural, non-toxic cleaning products is easier (and more effective than many people think.)
Because yes: natural cleaning products really do work. And they often work better than their synthetic counterparts.
Safety
Traditional cleaning products often contain harsh chemicals which can cause chronic respiratory problems, allergic reactions and asthma, and some cleaning products can be dangerous when mixed. Natural cleaning products are a safer alternative, reducing the risk of harm to you, your family, and pets.
Indoor Air Quality
By switching to non-toxic cleaners you are reducing the pollution inside your home, making it a safer place to breathe.
Effectiveness
MadeKind natural cleaning products are made with natural plant-based ingredients with essential oils of Rosemary, Peppermint and Lavender which naturally kill bacteria, viruses and fungi. The plant-based chemicals in the products effectively tackle dirt, grime and limescale.
Environmental Impact
Not only are you protecting yourself and your family, but cleaning products are biodegradable. MadeKind cleaning products have been carefully formulated so that the plant based chemicals do not harm aquatic life once they enter the waterways. Additionally, MadeKind non toxic cleaners come in amber glass bottles which can be refilled to reduce plastic pollution.
Cost Efficiency
Using refills not only reduces your environmental footprint, it saves you money.
In summary, switching to natural, non-toxic cleaning products is a positive step for both your health and the environment. It can provide a safer, cleaner living space while minimising the negative impacts of traditional cleaning products on your well-being and the planet.
