The Archipelago Blog

Turning a house into a home means curating a space that evokes eloquence, tranquility, and finesse. With all the care poured into your curtains, cupboards, and kitchen countertops, why should you stop at your home disinfectant cleaners?  Opting for natural disinfectants can make a world of difference for any homemaker. They’re multifunctional and easy to find—so you may even have a few hiding in your cabinets. Natural disinfectants can not only rid your home of harsh chemicals, but also save you money.  Nothing says welcome home like a breath of natural, fresh air. Discover the benefits, practices, and versatility of...

Who doesn’t love the clean scent and shimmering look of a well-scrubbed home? While spotless countertops you can eat off of are alluring, what leaves much to be desired are the toxins and harmful chemicals that populate the labels of home cleaners, disinfectants, and polishing solutions. It begs the question: What’s the point of cleaning if it means filling your home with dangerous chemicals that put your family at risk? Thankfully, there are household cleaning products and laundry detergents that allow you to say goodbye to the grime without using toxic chemicals. Separating the good from the bad—however—that’s the tricky...

There’s a good reason laundry detergent ads always show people smiling while blissfully smelling their freshly laundered linens—newly clean clothes are right up there with orange juice and sunshine when it comes to the best way to start a day fresh.  But while we associate laundry detergent with a calm and relaxing clean, not all detergents are created equal. With ingredients ranging from water to petroleum-sourced chemicals, it’s hard to know whether traditional laundry detergent is good enough, or if natural laundry detergent is a better choice.  If you want to know more about laundry detergent options, keep reading to...