Going Plastic Free Room by Room teaches you how to evaluate any product yourself - no more Googling for brands that disappear in six months. Whether reducing toxins, cutting waste, or finding products for sensitive skin, you'll learn exactly what to look for and make confident choices anywhere. IMAGINE THIS: Walking into any store and immediately knowing which products are truly plastic-free, which ingredients to avoid, and which "eco-friendly" claims are greenwashing. That's the power of criteria-based decision-making. Written by Angie Ringler, founder of Tangie LLC (award-winning plastic-free products) and certified Health & Wellness Coach (AFPA), this revised 2026 edition transforms a simple shopping guide into an evergreen resource. Nearly 200 pages of practical guidance with expanded checklists, new categories, and insights from running a plastic-free business for over a decade. WHAT MAKES THIS DIFFERENT: Instead of recommending brands (which change constantly), you learn decision-making criteria that work no matter what's available. Each chapter includes "What to Look For" boxes teaching you how to spot truly plastic-free, toxin-free options. WHAT'S INSIDE: - Room-by-room guides (bathroom, kitchen, bedroom, office, more) - Practical "Tangie'ble Tips" for immediate implementation - Comprehensive checklists (40+ items per chapter) - Real stories from 15+ years of plastic-free living - Solutions for kids' items, events, challenging categories - Honest guidance on what you CAN'T find plastic-free yet YOU'LL DISCOVER: How to identify safe alternatives to non-stick cookware, synthetic personal care, plastic food storage, disposable items - Which ingredients to avoid (and why) - How to transition without breaking the bank - What matters when choosing bedding, cookware, essentials - How to maintain commitment when options ebb and flow PERFECT FOR: - Eco-conscious beginners overwhelmed by information - Seasoned zero-wasters seeking fresh ideas - Anyone with sensitive skin seeking gentler alternatives - Parents wanting healthier homes - People tired of greenwashing ANSWERS TO YOUR QUESTIONS: - What's the safest water filter for my family? - How do I transition to zero-waste bathroom products affordably? - Which toothpaste alternatives actually work? - What cookware is truly non-toxic? - How can I reduce kitchen plastic without throwing everything away? - What should I look for in sustainable bedding? - How do I shop plastic-free for kids? - Which cleaning products are safe for sensitive skin? - How do I handle plastic-free living during events? THE TRANSFORMATION: This isn't about perfection - it's about progress. Angie shares honest experiences: what worked, what flopped, creative solutions discovered along the way. From surviving hurricanes off-grid to turning concert t-shirts into quilts, her stories make sustainable living achievable, not intimidating. BONUS : Links to water testing resources, TerraCycle recycling programs, solutions for items without plastic-free alternatives. Creative repurposing ideas - mascara wands for wildlife rescue, vintage t-shirt quilts, DIY natural products. BACKED BY EXPERTISE: 10+ years formulating Leaping Bunny certified products, AFPA Health & Wellness Coach certification, real-world experience helping thousands transition through Tangie LLC and Wellness Without Toxins community. Whether you're ready to overhaul your home or curious about one small change, this book meets you where you are. Start with the room that matters most, implement what feels right, build from there. Life is about progress, not perfection. Let's get started.