The Pura Casa Journal
Notes on clean living
in Los Angeles.
Practical guides, ingredient deep-dives, and neighborhood notes from the Pura Casa team.
Cleaning Tips
Non-Toxic Cleaning Tips for Pet Owners in Los Angeles
Your dog's paws touch every floor in your house, and then your dog. Here's what's actually risky for pets in common cleaning products, and what we use instead.
Buying Guides
How Much Does House Cleaning Cost in Beverly Hills?
Beverly Hills homes come with Beverly Hills expectations. Here's a realistic look at what house cleaning actually costs, what changes the price, and what you should expect for it.
Non-Toxic Living
What 'EWG Verified' Actually Means (And Why We Care)
Not all 'green' labels are created equal. Here's what it actually takes for a cleaning product to earn the EWG Verified mark, and why we built our whole kit around it.
Cleaning Tips
How Often Should You Deep Clean Your LA Home?
Your home gets dirtier faster than you think, and it's not your fault. Here's what's actually accumulating in LA homes, and a realistic deep clean schedule to keep up with it.
Non-Toxic Living
Are Your Cleaning Products Making You Sick?
That 'clean' smell isn't always a good sign. Here's what's hiding in conventional cleaning products, and why so many of our clients in Beverly Hills, Brentwood, and Calabasas made the switch.