Housekeeping

Are you a clutter queen? You might not be a clutter queen, but your house seems to look that way. The everyday hustle and bustle can really take a toll on our household responsibilities. Learn...

Get the heavy winter coats out of the closet and bring in the spring jackets. Time to get rid of all the junk that you've been throwing in the closet and make that space functional!

Yes, it's spring cleaning time. Down come the curtains. Walls get washed. All the heavy cleaning gets done. If you have a hot water heating system, then off come the covers to the baseboard...

How many boxes of corn meal or pouches of corn bread mix have you tossed because of weevils? .. those nasty little worm-like critters or their shed-skin skeletons? How many boxes of cereal have...

With seven kids, two grandsons and a husband, laundry is something I do on a daily basis. Finding way to make it easier and more cost efficient is always nice. Making my own dryer sheet is one of...

Homes and offices can get really crowded as the longer rooms are occupied, the less space is available due to an influx of decorations and other items that clutter. Don't fret as there are simple...

If you are like me cleaning is a chore. Seasonal cleaning is even more of a challenge but can feel like a great relief when you are done and it can even make you some money in tax deductions or...

Over time your shower tile will build up a layer of soap scum that makes it look dull and grungy. The only way to get rid of that scum is to scrub it off - but if you follow these steps you can...

Does your toilet look grungy due to hard water stains? Tired of scrubbing it once a week? Here's a trick that will keep your toilet stain free for up to three months between cleanings.

Spring is the perfect time to tweak your laundry room or set up a clothesline outside. Today, there’s no reason to waste time, money or energy. Follow these steps for an organized and eco-friendly...

Spring Cleaning it a way that make sense. A top to bottom overall good cleaning.

With Spring just around the corner, its about time to tackle the pollen, dirt, leaves and grime the past few months have left behind. So get into the Spring~cleaning mood and beautify your outdoors!

After a long, dreary winter with snow, cloudy skies and temperatures close to that of your freezer, it's time to rise to the occasion as the flowers rise to the sun in Spring.

Tired of having a messy room, that your afraid to show off to your friends? Me 2! Maybe this article will help you with cleaning your dirty bedroom!

Spring has begun and the warm weather will soon catch up to the season. We have been sentenced to the indoors for several months now and it is time to break free.

Spring is the time for cleaning. The weather inspires most of us to throw open the windows, take deep breaths of the fresh air, roll up our sleeves, and do some serious house cleaning. This...

This article was written with the intention to help you decide and learn about using the correct supplies for the surfaces you are cleaning and to protects them from damage, also to allows you to...

Even the most relaxed of us get that Spring time itch to clean out the dust bunnies, and cob webs. But, few of us go into this daunting task with a viable game plan to tackle it successfully.

Everyone runs into a clogged sink at some point in time. Purchasing Declogging cleaners, like Draino, costs money. Now days most people are trying to cut their costs as much as possible with the...

I love to have a fresh, clean house. These days we don't have as much time as we used to with all the different things we have to do in our schedule with children and homework, animals, jobs,...

There is nothing like a clean and uncluttered bedroom for a good nights sleep! Get your bedroom in order and clean and fresh and peaceful dreams will follow!

Its that time of year to get that sticky built up hairspray off the walls, the dust out of the corners and shine up our bathrooms! Its not as hard as you might think to have a well organized and...

What a joy to climb into a freshly made bed at the end of a day when you're tired and weary from the day's activities! Even better if the bed was made properly and not just tossed together. Beds...

Cleaning out a messy closet can be very challenging, especially, if you don’t know where to start to begin to get it organized. Do you find yourself typically saying, I’m going to clean out my...

Spring is here, and millions of households will be engaging in spring cleaning. Spring cleaning is a way of cleaning out the home, so that the home has a sense of renewal just as the outdoors does...

I don't know about everyone, but I seem to have too much stuff, and too little cabinet space! It could be because I am a pack rat, or it could be because I have a small kitchen, but whatever the...

Sure, toothpaste was created to keep your pearly whites in good style but there are a myriad of uses for toothpaste. Follow the tips in this eHow to discover additional uses for toothpaste.

Ironing is no fun, but this article shows you how to get a crisp shirt within a minute or two.

Ridding your house of clutter is not easy, but it is simple, once you get the hang of it. The real challenge is keeping it clean.

Cleaning windows is not a favorite of mine. But they do have to get cleaned every month. So why not clean them the fastest and most effective way.

With spring upon us many will be looking to clean up those windows to let the sunshine in. Here is the secret to saving a few coins while being environmentally conscious.

By Shopping Around to Various Locations, you can cut your grocery bill in half

Everyone is looking to save money these days and what better way than to make your own laundry detergent. Not only is this product environmentally safe, it's very economical. This is a laundry...

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...

We've all probably had to downsize at one time or another and when you move to a smaller home, finding adequate storage for the basics can be a problem. So, how do you create extra storage space...

This was learned by a bit of trial and error, but the results ultimately proved that you can battle those pesky creatures without spending much dough or harming any family member, both furry and...

Do you feel that you're spending too much at the grocery store? Then it's time to scale back and get back to the basics. It's time to start eating like they did in the "olden days."...

If you want to keep the nails you buy for projects clean and rust free, here is a simple and easy way to do it!

For many people, the concern for the environment or chemical sensitivities put a damper on that yearly urge; Spring Cleaning. And trying to decide which cleaning product is best while standing in...

Homemade cleaners have been around for generations and have stood the test of time. Many people purchase name brand cleaners because of the effective marketing and advertising of name brand...

Every year millions of people get the cleaning bug this time of year. It’s part of our past and ingrained in our DNA. After a long winter we want to get up and clean out those closets, the...

My wife and I bought a microfiber love seat and sofa a few years ago, and while we loved the feel and look we didn't know how to clean microfiber furniture. We recently purchased a new set for a...

As much as we love our four-legged friends, no one wants their home to smell like their beloved animals. With a few quick and easy steps, your carpet can be pet-odor free.

Organization is not something everyone is good at, however, it does not mean you have to live like a slob. Organize periodically and try to keep up with the clutter.

This article is for all of you other mid-western U.S. residents who are sick of winter. I can't speak for everyone but me, myself and I are fed up with this stuff and can't wait for green grass,...

Coffee stains can be difficult to remove from countertops, especially if they aren't cleaned quickly. Soap and water may do the trick for newer stains, but after a few hours you need something...

We all know blood stains are one of the toughest stains to remove. There are several methods to remove blood stains from clothing, but this method is unique and effective. Don't worry if you...

Baking soda is an inexpensive, alkaline based natural cleaning and deodorizing product that works great for cleaning proteins, grease and animal messes. Baking soda is also safer to use around my...

Oxidation happens, so frequently household copper will grow dim and need attention to restore its lustrous beauty. Looking to avoid chemical cleaners? Versatile condiment icon ketchup compliments...

Green cleaning is an affordable, yet highly effective method for house cleaning. What’s more, many of the household supplies you already have in your home can be used as green cleaners. Read on to...