Most natural cleaning brands contract out to manufacturers and slap their label on the product. We formulate, manufacture, package, and fulfill everything ourselves at our Shingle Springs facility. Here's what that choice actually means.
Clean, thoughtfully
Practical cleaning guidance, product decisions, and ingredient reality checks for real homes. We cover plant-derived cleaning products, ingredient transparency, and what actually matters when choosing safer household cleaners. No fluff. No miracle claims. Just what we do, why we do it, and how to clean thoughtfully with bio-based formulas.
Start here: Our Story & Standards
Clean, Thoughtfully
TL;DR: Practical cleaning guidance, product decisions, and ingredient reality checks. No fluff. No miracle claims. Just what we do, why we do it, and how to clean thoughtfully with plant-derived, bio-based formulas.
Start here:
Our Story & Standards
Most cleaning companies outsource formulation or use contract manufacturers. We do it all in-house in Shingle Springs, CA. Here's what that means and why it matters.
Non-toxic is an unregulated marketing term with no legal definition for cleaning products. We explain why companies use it, what it really means (and doesn't), and how to actually evaluate if a cleaner is safe for your home.
Every ingredient in our products serves a purpose. We explain what we use—surfactants, preservatives, water, scenting—and more importantly, what we don't use and why those tradeoffs matter.
We use only essential oils—never synthetic fragrances. Learn why we made this decision, what it costs us, and how Free & Clear serves customers who want unscented products.
