There are so many great things to try when it comes to green cleaning. Everything from the materials to the solutions to the processes can be shifted. Microfiber cloths, for instance; can take the place of paper towels. As for solutions, vinegar is an old favorite, as is baking soda, but sometimes you need something to fulfill a specific house cleaning task.

These two ideas will give you great solutions that hit particular areas you might need help addressing when it comes to green cleaning!

Not sure what you can use on the chrome, glass, or polished countertops in your home? The solution couldn't be easier! Combine vinegar and lemon juice—that's it. Then treat it like any other cleanser for a clean disinfect and high-powered shine.

Use this for your bathroom fixtures, chrome and other metal accents, and even mirrors. Anything that needs as much shine as it does cleaning will benefit from this mixture. 

Finding a homemade green-cleaning recipe for furniture polish may be difficult sometimes, but this will have you polishing your furniture in no time:

Combine two cups of olive oil and one lemon and use it as you would normal furniture polish. The oil seals the wood while the lemon both cuts through dirt and germs and leaves behind a great smell. Your wood will be cleaner, smell better, and also have the freshly polished shine you love.

Cleaning green doesn't have to be a chore, just start small: one project a week, then expand it a little at a time!