Housekeeping

Fleas and mites can live anywhere in your house, including your mattress. Mites feed on dead skin flakes and dander. Fleas prefer to feed on dogs and cats but will feed on humans if need be. It is...

In a fire, treated fabric creates a protective barrier between your skin and the flames. Some fabric comes from the manufacturer treated with a fire-resistant coating while untreated fabric can be...

Showers and other moisture-friendly places tend to be breeding grounds of mold. If mold is not removed quickly and effectively it can trigger serious health problems, from allergic reactions and...

With the economy bringing higher prices to everything and environment being a constant factor, why not start making your own laundry soap. My grandparents have been making their own laundry soap...

Black, sooty mold is not only unattractive, it can cause health problems such as respiratory distress and severe allergic reactions. Hiring a mold remediation cleaning service may be necessary for...

Toilet bowls can sometimes form a ring from hard water buildup or just normal use. There are many retail toilet cleaners that will take care of this problem, but they are often expensive and...

Chlorine bleach is highly effective in cleaning and disinfecting, but can also emit harmful fumes that should not be inhaled. This leaves us to look for alternate cleaning elements that will clean...

If you have hard water, then you probably have brown and yellow stains on your shower from the residue of sulfur and iron that is left behind when the water dries. While wiping down your walls...

Fleas are tiny pests that feed on the blood of warm-blooded mammals. Not only will fleas attack your pets, but they will attack family members as well, leaving red, irritated bite marks that are...

Kitchen cupboards are often dark, sometimes hold items that are liable to spoilage, can attract insects and might be damp. These are conditions that can spawn mold, and more often simply generate...

Tile is a popular material used in homes because it can add both form and function. It is very attractive in a number of applications, and also offers the benefits of being easy to clean up and...

Rust occurs when iron is exposed to oxygen in the presence of water. The water molecules can get inside the surface of tile, causing a stain. Investigate the source of the rust, to stop its...

Borax is "poisonous" in a mechanical sense. While it doesn't dissolve easily on contact with animals, and is irritating enough to repel large animals without doing permanent harm, it kills...

Borax is a natural substance that has a variety of uses in the household, including its role as an ingredient in homemade detergents. Borax is environmentally safe and relatively inexpensive--you...

Many commercial cleaning products have harsh chemicals that can irritate the sinuses and respiratory tract and are bad for the environment. Simple household items, like baking soda and borax, are...

Mold grows readily on damp or wet clothing, especially if clothing is stored in enclosed areas without ventilation and away from sunlight. If you catch the problem quickly it's possible to simply...

Even in the cleanest homes, insects can be a problem. It doesn't take much to start. A cockroach hitching a ride in a box, ants finding a crack in your foundation, a flea on your cat, or a garage...

When fleas get into your home and onto your pets, it can be hard work to get rid of them. It can also be expensive. Hiring an exterminator to spray your house releases fumes into your home,...

This article will show you how to turn everyday home products into easy home remedies for getting your laundry, bright, stain free, and fresh, all without using harsh chemicals like bleach. You...

Cleaning your bathroom can get expensive buying all the chemicals you need to clean the toilet, tub, sink, floors, even your walls. Also, by having these harsh chemicals in our homes can be...

Roaches are a problem in many parts of the country. Their presence in the kitchen can be unsanitary as well as annoying. You can hire an exterminator to spray poison on them, but many people...

Borax is nothing more than sodium, boron, oxygen and water. It's found in the earth deep underground. Like many of other earth's natural substances, Borax has many uses. You can clean toilets,...

A mattress may appear difficult to clean because any liquid will seep right in. Milk can seem like a bigger problem as it can smell badly after a while. With a little quick thinking you'll find...

Boric acid is a mineral substance that exists as a colorless crystal or white powder. It is used in a variety of applications, ranging from insecticides to antiseptics to deodorizers and more. One...

Want to remove the smell of urine from a mattress? Really remove it, not just mask it with air freshener or spray it with chemicals that you'll breathe all night? As a parent of three, this is...

Keeping white towels bright white, soft and absorbent doesn't depend on bleach and fabric softeners. In fact, these are two laundry add-ins you should avoid with white towels. Bleach eats away...

Ants are social insects that are part of the Formicidae family. Although they cannot fly, they are distant relations of wasps and bees. Ants are very easily identified by their distinct shape -- a...

Whether you want to save money or would just like to be more self-reliant, making your own laundry detergent is simple. Many people are allergic to laundry soap and detergent, so making your own...

Borax is a very versatile substance. Make a Borax laundry booster for every load of laundry and it will do more than just clean your clothes: add a Borax mixture to the wash cycle and it will...

If you've got kids or pets, you know how difficult it is to get urine smells out of bedding and fabrics. Here are some tips for taking care of those smells for good, without using harsh chemicals...

In this article you will learn how to make your own laundry detergent and save lots of money by not buying name brand laundry detergent and your clothes will be just as clean.

Mold is a fungus caused by microorganisms. It grows, and thrives, in moist environments where it can feed on organic materials. Kitchens and bathrooms are ideal locations for mold growth,...

Besides being annoying, cockroaches are also pests. While they live outside, they will also invade interior spaces including homes. Because they carry microbes that can cause allergic reactions...

Stop me if you have heard this before. Your new little black dress is the color of midnight and flatters your skin like nothing else. As time progresses, your little black dress becomes your...

Winter fleas thrive inside the warm confines of a heated home. Just one family pet can create a flea infestation that requires a complete extermination of fleas from the home. Chemical pesticides...

With very little effort you can make your own products from inexpensive and common household ingredients. Essential oils are an optional addition to homemade cleaning products. Some essential oils...

Cement is a durable and easy-to-maintain material. Although you usually need only water to remove loose dust and dirt from cement, sometimes you'll need a stronger cleaner to remove caked-on...

In addition to other methods such as using flea collars and flea shampoo directly on your pet, borax or boric acid can be used to kill fleas in carpeting and upholstery. Borax and boric acid are...

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...

Linoleum floors are making a comeback. They used to be very popular years ago and then faded from mainstream floor covering choices. Linoleum has made a comeback because of its durability and ease...

If you have a serious ant problem but are concerned about using ant poison to get rid of your unwelcome guests, consider killing ants with borax crystals or diatomaceous earth. Both of these...

Painted concrete floors are easy to clean, when using the proper cleaning product. There are several commercial floor-cleaning products that will effectively clean painted concrete, but these can...

If roaches are overtaking your living quarters, there is an inexpensive way for you can take back your territory using boric acid. Borax is a powdered cleaner that contains boric acid. It only...

Borax, also known as sodium borate, is a cleaner and emulsifier. The substance is easily mixed into a paste and will remove a variety of stains and spots from a number of surfaces. Borax is...

Foam mattresses and pads can provide additional comfort on a bed but are often difficult to clean, especially in the event of an accidental bed wetting or a vomiting episode. Foam is less sturdy...

Laundry can be an expensive household activity. The cost of name brand detergents, fabric softeners and stain removers can break the bank. Follow my tips to saving money in the laundry room!

Borax, or sodium borate, is a natural chemical that is mined in a few locations worldwide. Although it is toxic when eaten in large amounts, it is much gentler than many man-made cleaning...

A stained or dirty toilet bowl can be unsightly and odorous. But you may have concerns about using harsh and caustic chemicals for cleaning your house. You can make your own toilet bowl cleaner at...

In today's world of processed products, you almost have to be a scientist to understand the ingredients listed on the laundry detergent label. But making your own detergent means you'll always...

Showers are common places to see mold growth. Mold thrives in showers because of the excessive moisture and lack of ventilation. Mold makes your shower look dirty and unattractive. Furthermore,...