Laundry

If you’ve ever tried Downey’s Wrinkle Release Spray, you would know how easy it is to get hooked on the stuff. It works wonders and gets rid of wrinkles in your clothes much easier than lugging...

While there are many different recipes for homemade laundry detergent, this particular recipe works amazingly well. It is simple to make and very cheap compared to the store bought brands (about...

Liquid laundry soap is a nice convenience but can be very expensive. You can make your own for just over $2 for five gallons! The ingredients can be found in most grocery or discount stores such...

Having clean, fresh smelling towels,makes life pleasant. A fresh smelling towel used to dry your hair will instill confidence when attending an important business meeting.

A fact is a fact: humans sweat. Some people often develop sweat stains in the axillary (underarm) region, but sweat stains can appear on the collar (ring around the collar), down the back, or down...

Save money and be green by drying your laundry on a clothesline. Retractable clotheslines and umbrella clotheslines are both easy to purchase and install.

Removing stains from your favorite machine washable clothing.

Take your dryer lint trap out of dryer lint trap keeper and wash with hot soapy water and light soft sponge. This will help keep your dryer from costing you and from burning out the heating...

Tree sap is a sticky, strongly fragrant substance containing minerals, sugars, water and hormones that flows within the sapwood of trees. In early spring, it can be seen oozing from crevices or...

One way to really spice up your bedroom is to invest in wonderful satin sheets. They feel amazing against your skin at night and look fabulous. You can keep your silk sheets beautiful by...

With a poor economy, everyone is looking to save money, but the laundry is usually overlooked. With a few easy changes to the way you do laundry, you can potentially save $100 or more each year.

Have you ever done laundry only to find out you are now the owner of 6 pairs of pink socks? Or a sweater so small only a Smurf could wear it? Chances are with most laundry disasters one of two...

You can kill fleas that are living on bed linens, but they will come right back if you do not control the flea population in the rest of your house. You must treat carpets, yards and pets for...

Washing your clothes in a laundromat can be faster than washing your clothes at home. It can even save you money on electric bill since you won't use your washer and dryer. Continue reading this...

Going to the Laundromat doesn’t have to be a drag. I’ll tell you how to have a blast at the Laundromat! If you prepare properly and fully utilize the facilities available, you’d be surprised how...

Grass stain removal can be tough. Spring is here, meaning those dreaded grass stains are back on your clothes. However, there is hope. It may take a couple of washes using these grass stain...

I did not know how to fold a fitted sheet until just recently. And I think that after you read this article, you will be able to fold the tricky fitted sheet. It may however take a minute ir two...

One of the overwhelming aspects of a cluttered house is piles of clothes. It's not impossible to get every bit of fabric put in its proper place. It just takes a little focus and commitment. ...

How to Go Green and Save Money and the Planet

The hardest part of ironing is pushing yourself to do it, but are you ironing your clothes correctly? Here I will tell you the proper way to iron your clothing.

Mold and mildew often grow on shower curtains because of the constant high humidity. In "State of the Science on Molds and Human Health," Stephen C. Redd, M.D. stated that mildew contributes to...

A dress shirt should not be difficult to care for. But, even if you remove it immediately from the dryer and it doesn't have wrinkles in it, the only way to achieve that just new, crispness, is...

Your athletic shoes are starting to look pretty dingy. But the last time that you washed a pair of shoes they were never the same again. Oh, they looked clean enough but the toes curled up just a...

This quick and easy laundry detergent cleans as well or better than the store bought varieties, is great for sensitive skin, and is super cheap to make. The Fels-Naptha soap costs about $1 a bar,...

Laundry detergent can be an expensive household item. There are many recipes for making your own solution. Some are more complicated than others. Here is the easiest way to make your own laundry...

Mike, a college student, has a rather unique (and unhygienic) system of doing his laundry: * In front of his pint-sized closet, filled with every piece of sporting equipment ever introduced...

With a falling economy, times are tough. People are looking to stretch their dollar in any way they can. When making your own laundry detergent, you can save yourself a lot of money.

I find that essential oils are a natural compliment to herbal medicine. Although I don't use them much for healing purposes, I do like to use them around the house, especially when I make my own...

If you're trying to save money and want to make your own laundry detergent, try out this simple recipe. It's a fraction of the cost and works just as well as what you buy at the store.

Silk is the most luxurious fabric you can find. Because of what it is made of, and its cost, it's important to know how to clean silk. You might be curious to know why silk is so expensive, this...

Clothes piled in the basement or wet clothes piled in a corner or left in a gym locker may have the musty smell of mold and mildew. Any clothing, which is in damp, dark and humid areas are likely...

Laundry is a huge deal to me. I take pride on how they come out after the wash. I deal with laundry that comes off from 3 active boys: toddler, teenager, adult. What do you do when you know you...

Sheer curtains are delicate and can become entangled in a washing machine. The washing machine's agitation may snag or rip the curtains, leaving you with an unusable mess. Hand washing delicate...

Ever notice when you dry your hands at the kitchen sink that the towel smells sour? Have you ever stepped out of the shower and reached for a fresh towel and noticed it had a sour smell? Yuck!...

Here's another tip for getting an ink mark out of your clothes! As the mother of a 4 year old that loves to "draw" with ink pens- this has came in handy a number of times!

Have you ever take your shirt off and got lipstick all over your shirt. Instead of tossing out your shirt or clothing read these steps to see how to get the lipstick out of your clothing before it...

Is your iron dragging? Or is the bottom stained and discolored? A dirty iron can ruin your favorite garment in a hurry. The soleplate (the actual ironing surface) of an iron can contain build-up...

Icelandic wool sweaters add a classy traditional touch to your winter wardrobe. Available in a variety of colors, they look perfect paired with jeans, dress pants, or even a skirt. Although...

A laundry room is a utility room that gets used for a purpose and can often be ignored when it comes to updates and organization. Take advantage of your laundry room space by utilizing shelves,...

Are you new to Cloth Diapering or know of someone who many need some information on washing cloth diapers? This step by step guide will help you prepare your prefolds for a proper diapering...

Don't let your families laundry overwhelm you anymore. Use these simple techniques to make the process more efficient and save yourself valuable time.

Have you ever had your washing machine fail on you? Frustrating isn’t it? I know how you feel. In my long and exhausting search to replace a broken timer, I learned a few things that I’d like...

Laundry organization is essential to being able to get the job done quickly. If you practice these tips on a regular basis doing laundry won't seem like such a big task.Laundry organization is the...

There is nothing worse than foul smelling laundry! You pull a towel out of the cabinet, take your shower, and start toweling off when low and behold what is that funky smell! It's not quite...

Wool is famous for warmth and comfort during cold winter weather. If your sweater tag reads "hand wash", here's how. Save money at the dry cleaner and wash your wool sweaters at home.

Are you among the many consumers that wonder how to remove mold from their front-load washers? If you own a front-load washer, you may have noticed that your towels are not as fresh smelling as...

Do you wake up every weekend dredding how much laundry you have to spend your days off doing? I know I have, that is why I made a plan and a laundry chart for my family.

Bleach is a chemical agent used for whitening, sterilizing or disinfecting. This is usually accomplished through the process of oxidation. To bleach an object means to remove its color. It's also...

Laundromats are a necessary evil. Washers and dryers break. They won't fit in small apartments or RVs. Everyone goes there once in a while, but did you realize there is proper laundromat etiquette?

Have you ever washed and dried your laundry, only to find that your shirts still smell like b.o.? There's an incredibly simple and cheap way to prevent this using something you probably have...