Somedays, life seems to go smoothly– I can sit and sip my coffee in silence, the kids wake up in pleasant moods, my laundry gets completed, I’m able to write an entire blog post during naptime, and no one complains about what’s for dinner. Life is good. But in reality, those days are few and…
The 10 Dirtiest Places in Your House
Most of us would probably point to a bathroom or frequently used outside entrance if asked to name the dirtiest area of the house—but dirt lurks in some unexpected places. Here’s what to tackle during your next cleaning session. 1. Faucets If you’ve never removed the filter on the end of your faucet, you will…
Want to Start Spring Cleaning Early? Start With These Tasks
The days are getting longer, and the temperature is slowly starting to creep higher. Spring is officially on its way! But before you throw open the windows and break out the patio furniture, you can take advantage of these winter-to-spring transition days to get a jumpstart on your annual spring-cleaning routine. Read on for chores…
14 Surprising Ways a Bar of Soap Can Make Your Life Easier
If you’re a fan of liquid soap for hand-washing and prefer to use body wash in the tub and shower, bars of soap may seem quite old-fashioned. You may be surprised to learn that good old bar soap still has a valuable place in an active household! Bar soaps—any scent, and even those little bars…
How to Clean a Child’s Bedroom
Tackling your child’s room gets easier when you enlist the help of little hands. Read our kid’s bedroom cleaning checklist, including tips on when you should get your child involved in the process. After all, if your child is old enough to make a mess, he or she is old enough to help put it…
Spring Cleaning: Time for a Fresh Start
Regardless of what the groundhog predicted, it won’t be long before we notice longer days, warmer sunshine, budding flowers, and the onset of glorious spring. After the “dark winters” we’ve been through during the past few years, this year, more than ever, it seems apropos to embrace the spring cleaning season and get ready for…
How to Unclog a Toilet—Quick and Easy!
No one likes to talk about it, but truth be told, it happens. Toilets malfunction. They get clogged. Sure, it’s inconvenient, but more than that, downright embarrassing if you’re somewhere other than the privacy of your own home. Here’s a cheat sheet so you’ll know ahead of time how to unclog a toilet. Stop It…
How to Make Your Old Dishwasher Perform Like New
There are many things in my life that I enjoy but would not be completely devastated if required to give them up. My dishwasher is not one of them. During our recent kitchen remodel, we donated the old appliances to Habitat for Humanity—all except for my stripped down 14-year-old Whirlpool dishwasher. Even though it has…
Small Steps to Take Today to Get Organized for Good
The thought of getting (and staying) organized spurs a variety of reactions in different people. Some consider it a quick but necessary chore, while others see it as an insurmountable obstacle. However, organization isn’t just a way to get your physical belongings in order. It can also help build confidence, add fulfillment to your life,…
How to Detail Car Interiors Using These Homemade Cleaners
Remember that pristine, fresh, clean feeling of slipping behind the wheel of your new car? Knowing how to detail car interiors may not restore that new car smell but it will certainly improve the air quality. Washing the windows, getting rid of trash and clutter, cleaning the carpet, and scrubbing the upholstery seats will help…
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