Are your Cleaning Tools Clean?

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If you have never taken the time to clean the tools you use to clean your house, then the answer to the above question is no. Most people don’t think about cleaning out the vacuum or washing the mop, but if the utensils you clean with are not clean themselves, using them can actually be more unhygienic than not cleaning at all. Keep reading for the best ways to ensure that your household tools are sanitary! Continue reading

Vinegar Dos and Don’ts

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Vinegar is a very handy household item, as it is natural and non-toxic, and nearly everyone has it on hand. It has an assortment of uses, including cooking, cleaning, and a variety of assorted household hacks. Although it can be used as an alternative to harsh chemicals to clean a lot of surfaces in your home, there are also a few things that vinegar should not be used for. Keep reading for some tips on what to do and what not to do (and why) with vinegar! Continue reading

Don’t Throw Those Coffee Grounds Away!

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If you’re an avid coffee drinker, you probably throw away several pounds of coffee grounds in a month. But what if you could use those for something, instead of wasting them? Turns out you can! Keep reading for a few creative ideas on how to get even more use out of your coffee! Continue reading

Eco-Friendly Tips for your Home

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Earth Day is this coming Monday, April 22nd. This is a day to promote environmental issues but also to celebrate this beautiful earth we all live on. Many people pick some service or improvement project on this day to make the area around them more eco-friendly. Why not pick your own home?? Here are some easy changes you can make to your home to help the environment (and save you money as a bonus). Continue reading

Never too Early to Prep the Grill!

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With the winter finally behind us, many people are making plans for the warmer months ahead. When nicer weather comes to mind, a lot of us start craving cookouts and the kind of food that you can only get just-right when made on a grill. That being said, it is never too early to prepare your grill for the season! Keep reading to see the proper steps clean and prep your grill. Continue reading

Don’t Forget to Clean your Mattress!

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The average person spends roughly one third of their life sleeping- that’s a lot of time spent in bed. But when is the last time you cleaned your mattress? Can’t remember?Cleaning your mattress twice a year is recommended, and can make it last longer and allow for a better night’s sleep. It also helps prevent any unwanted guests, like bedbugs and mites. Continue reading to see how to do this in just a few easy steps! Continue reading

Does the Outside of your House Need Some Work?

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As the snow melts and the sun starts to shine, you may pull up to your house and start noticing some things that may have been neglected over those long winter months. With the nicer weather comes the added responsibility of maintaining the external aspects of your home. But this isn’t as daunting as it seems! Read on for a simple checklist. Continue reading

Time for Spring Cleaning!

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Happy spring! With winter officially behind us, many people have spring cleaning on their mind. But this can seem a bit daunting- who has time to clean their entire home in one day? Read this checklist to see the main things to get done to optimize your efforts and deep-clean your home in just a few hours of spring cleaning. Continue reading

Tips for First Time Gas Stove Users

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Cooking can be an interesting and stressful thing to do. There is a lot to know and a lot to learn and a lot to figure out. There are different types of stoves to work with such as gas and electric. For first time users, there are things to know about when it comes to gas stoves. Read below to see the things that are needed to know for first time gas stove users.

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Improve Laundry Day

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Do you dread laundry day? Laundry has made the top five “worst household chores” in several studies, so you are not the only one. Although it may never be your first choice for how to spend your free time, there are many things you can do to make doing laundry less of a chore. Read these ten tips to help improve your laundry day! Continue reading