Polyvinyl Chloride, more commonly known as vinyl, is very versatile and used in all sorts of products; from food packaging to toys to building materials. PVC is one of the most lucrative products of the chemical industry. It's everywhere - and comes with a substantial environmental legacy.

I admit it, I was an air freshener abuser. My cleaning cupboard had more air freshener varieties than you could poke a stick at. But in fooling my nose, I was also poisoning my immediate and wider environment. There are certainly greener ways to keep nasty smells at bay.