Cleaning Wipes

Cleaning quickly? Try some cleaning wipes to speed up your routine. These wipes combine convenience and cleaning power. 1. Countertops: Clorox Disinfecting Wipes Photo Courtesy of Pricegrabber I can’t prepare for, get through, or clean up after a party without these. Clorox Disinfecting Wipes work well for all-purpose cleaning. And the best part is, they [...]

Care for Microfiber

Microfiber cleaning cloths, dust cloths, and mops can make cleaning your home a more simple process. But to really get the most out of your microfiber a few special care instructions are necessary. Find out how to get your microfiber cleaning products clean and make them last. Difficulty: Easy Time Required: 30 minutes or less [...]

Soap Scum

Definition: Soap scum is a white or gray filmy layer that covers the surfaces around our showers, bathtubs, and sinks. Soap scum can be found on shower curtains, bathroom fixtures, bathtubs, shower doors, tiling, and more. Soap scum is actually formed thanks to minerals in tap water that combine with soap and dirt to create [...]

10 Tile Mistakes

Using Bleach and Ammonia Based Cleaners: Don’t use them. There are plenty of other products out there that are milder and will get you squeaky clean results. Bleach and ammonia based cleaners will discolor your grout lines over time. It may happen very gradually, but it will happen. Try using a mild all-purpose cleaner, or [...]

Cleaning a Clothes Dryer

I’m always amazed at how much lint my clothing creates on the lint filter of my dryer, but I’m more amazed at how many people don’t know the importance of cleaning their lint filters and their dryers. To keep your dryer operating safely, here are a few hints and tips. Difficulty: Easy Time Required: 15-20 [...]

Preventing Bugs

My son’s birthday is coming up this week. All he wants for his birthday is a set of robotic insects.  I can live with those, but the real life kind…no thanks.  If you are looking for a way to prevent bugs in your home, these tips can help. About.com Housekeeping

Before You Buy Green Cleaning Supplies

A friend of mine sent me a frantic email asking how she could figure out which green cleaning supplies to buy. She has a brand new baby and was hoping to learn some new tips for cleaning without fumes and chemicals.  It’s easy for manufacturers to claim that their products are clean, but how can you [...]

Living Room Cleanup

While we may be doing an excellent job of maintaining our living rooms, occasionally we need to do more than maintenance. Take the time to review what goes into a living room intense cleanup. Find a list of supplies along with step-by-step instructions to do a thorough cleaning in your living room. Difficulty: Easy Time [...]

Coffee Stain on Carpet

The same rules that work to remove coffee stains from your clothing can work for your carpet. Your first line of attack is blotting and cold water. If the stain is fresh, this might be all you need to do the trick. Difficulty: Average Time Required: 15-30 min Here’s How: Use a clean white cloth [...]

7 Vacuum Mistakes

Letting fingers, hair, and clothing get too near the brushes and openings. If you have to turn the vacuum over and look at the brush roll, turn off the vacuum cleaner and unplug it. The brush rolls on a vacuum cleaner can rip out hair from your head, damage clothes, and injure body parts. Take [...]

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