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Keeping it Green, Clean and Germ Free with Method. Review and Giveaway

So ya’ll may remember way back when my daughter was attacked by a staph infection in her toe (graphic picture be warned). I freaked, green cleaners were put on the back burner and harsh chemicals were brought back in to kill any living organism, and probably several of our own brain cells, lung linings, the works. It scared the heck out of me for sure!

Fast forward a year and a half later – Green cleaners have worked their way back into the routine, including new addition, thanks to the Mom Goes Green Blog Tour, the Method Antibac line to keep the nasty germs out of the house as well!

The 411:

  • Kill germs without using bleach and triclosan. Do it with botanical ingredients instead.
    **Due to strict EPA regulations, we cannot use the term ‘natural’ when communicating about this product. Botanical is the acceptable term. **

About Method

  • Method makes planet-friendly, stylish cleaning and home care products
  • Method is based in San Francisco and was founded by two high school buddies who care equally about the environment and beautiful design in the home
  • Method products are available at national retailers like Target, Lowe’s, Bed Bath & Beyond and Whole Foods as well as at many local grocery and drug stores

So, What is the Method Antibac line?

  • Method has partnered with CleanWell Company, makers of the thyme-based disinfecting technology, to create a patented botanical formula that kills 99.99 percent of household bacteria including E.coli, salmonella enterica, influenza A and H1N1 virus on hard, non-porous surfaces.
  • Method Antibac includes three botanical cleaners:
    antibacterial kitchen cleaning spray in lemon verbena
    antibacterial bathroom cleaning spray in spearmint
    all purpose cleaning and disinfecting wipes in lemon verbena

    The bathroom spray is optimized to target soap scum and hard water stains while the kitchen cleaner is designed to cut through grease and grime. Both of these products are effective at killing 99.99 percent of household germs on hard, non-porous surfaces throughout any room in the home.

  • Method Antibac sells for $3.99 each, the same as the all purpose cleaner
  • Method Antibac doesn’t rely on bleach to kill germs

How does it work?

  • Method Antibac uses a patented formula of thyme and essential oils to kill 99.9% of household germs.
  • Method has partnered with CleanWell to integrate its thyme-based disinfecting technology into our antibacterial cleaners
  • It kills germs on hard, non-porous surfaces including:
    High contact areas (door knobs, sink, faucets, toilets, garbage cans, etc.)
    Kitchens and food prep areas (eggs, meat)
  • Children’s toys, high chairs, changing tables as well as in day care facilities

What do I think of them?

I’ve always loved the look of the Method products, they’re stylish and modern. More importantly, these work great! I mean they clean very well, I don’t have a microscope on hand to make sure the germs are all dead.

Like a few other germ killing naturals, I can’t say I’m in love with the smell.  The bathroom cleaner is better then the kitchen cleaner, but neither is great. It’s not a lingering smell, so if you can’t get everything sparkling clean and walk away for a bit –  you’re good to go.

I have used a few of the wipes, but due to waste, I use them sparingly. I prefer to use the sprays with a rag or Skoy so I can wash them and reuse them.

The Giveaway:

Method will give one of my readers a limited edition Method ANTIBAC Fight the Flu Kit shown in the picture.  It includes the Antibac bathroom spray and hand sanitizer to help get your family through the Flu season. To Enter the giveaway comment below about your favorite way to Naturally Clean and Sanitize your home.

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  • Use the Retweet Button in this post to Tweet the Review/Giveaway
  • Tweet about the #ecowed Method Twitter Party (details below) use the hashtag, please.

US Residents Only Please. One winner will be chosen via Random.org on 11/12/10 at 8pm.

Let’s Party!

Join the #ecowed Twitter party on November 17th from 10p-11p EST, facilitated by Jennifer Taggart @thesmartmama. Method will be giving away prizes and be at the party to answer questions.

disclosure: Method and Mom Go Green Blog Tours provided product for review, free of charge,  but the opinions expressed here are my own.

And the Winner is..
Author: Kathy Pease
Comment: http://twitter.com/klp1965/status/3191337541173248

About Jen

Jennifer Smith provides Green Virtual Assistant Services to grow small businesses paperless and sustainable providing various e-services. Her passion is customizing StudioPress Themes for WordPress for her awesome clients. View her portfolio here.

Comments

  18. Trippyjanet says

    I haven’t found a natural product that I believe cleans well enough, so I have no good answer to the question, but would like to give Method a shot!

    trippyjanet at hotmail dot com

  23. Rainbow33161 says

    I use vinegar and water in a spray bottle to naturally clean my windows, mirrors, and many other surfaces, not only does it save money not having to buy expensive cleaners, my nose also thanks me for not using those nasty smelling chemicals! Thank you for this great giveaway!
    rainbow33161@gmail.com

  34. Leslie says

    I like to use vinegar and water to clean areas where I don’t want to use chemical cleaners.

  36. Anonymous says

    I like using lemon juice, baking soda and vinegar for natural cleaning. (NOT mixed together.) It requires a bit more “elbow grease”, but at least I can breathe when using those products.