Question from Ellie
I recently Stumbled across a product called HA RA. They use micro fibers with water to clean almost any surface in your home. I am curious if you have heard of them or know anything about their safety. We are a family with chemical sensitivies and try to not use any chemicals for cleaning at all. If you could help that would be great!
Debra’s Answer
I don’t know anything about this product specifically, but in general, microfiber cloths that clean with water only are made of synthetic plastic fibers made from nonrenewable crude oil. They don’t biodegrade.
There are pros and cons to these cloths that you need to weigh for yourself. On one hand, they are much better than using toxic chemicals. On the other hand, they will sit in landfills forever.
Personally, I find that I can clean more than sufficiently with baking soda, vinegar, soap, and natural, biodegradable cloths. So I don’t recommend them.
