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Make housekeeping easier with tips on cleaning and organizing virtually anything in your home. Candle wax on the carpet? Soap scum in your tub? eHow’s experts are here to help, with cleaning advice alongside tips on everything from ridding your home of cockroaches to getting the kids to help with chores. Learn to care for furniture, clean appliances and remove any sort of stain. eHow can even help you organize a junk closet, clean the stove or, if all else fails, hire a housekeeper or cleaning service.

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How to make your own all-natural flypaper for the garage, barn, and even your home.

By jennandmark

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It is that time a year again, BBQ's, back yard picnics, the children running in and out of the house leaving the door open and inviting the entire neighborhood's worth of flies into your home. They are pesky little things and they can be a ... more »

How to make your own convenience foods

By pianistic

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It costs money to buy already prepared and cut up food at the grocery store. Here are some tips on how you can save money by making your own convenience foods yourself... more »

How to Make your own Diaper Wipes

By HardworkinJudy

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Babies are such blessings. We love them so much and want all the best for them, but sometimes money is tight and it may be difficult to purchase all the things you need for your new addition. Here is a way to save considerably on one of those ... more »

How to make your own fabric freshner

By sbb1

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I stumbled upon this money-saver when I ran out of Febreeze and couldn't get to the store. It worked so well that I have been using this alternative ever since. I use the same as any other fabric freshener. I spray on carpets, beds, curtains, etc... more »

How to make your own febreeze

By PJnKaysMommy

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I know when I buy Febreeze, I go through bottles pretty quickly. So with some research and tinkering of my own, I've concocted my own version! Best of all you can change the scent to whatever you'd like!.. more »

How to make your own laundry detergent!

By freebutterfly13

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Ever wanted to know how to make your own laundry soap? Want to save lot's of money? You will learn how to make your own soap in an easy and fun way!.. more »

How to Make Your Own Laundry Soap

By FestiveWarrior

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You can make your own laundry soap for a fraction of what you pay in stores. It works VERY WELL in cleaning and it is easy... more »

How to Make Your Own Oven Cleaner

By SeventhSibling

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Borax has been used for years in cleaning and laundry products and is making a comeback as we look for safer and more cost effective alternatives to commercial products. You can make your own oven cleaner with borax and common household ... more »

How to Make Your Own Scented Toilet Paper Rolls

By *Janet Ford

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Why buy those expensive fragrance filled toilet paper rolls when you can easily make your own for a tiny fraction of the price?.. more »

How to make your own Swiffer pads

By pianistic

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A lot of us are cleaning our laminated and wood floors with Swiffer's, but the pads are so expensive. Here are some ideas for some alternate pads and they are recyclable, too. Go Green!.. more »

How to Make Your Own Window Cleaner

By *Janet Ford

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Believe it or not, you can clean your windows better and have a streak free result if you make your own window cleaner. You don't even need paper towels!.. more »

How to make your stainless steel sink shine.

By syberflee

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Lemon and elbow grease for a beautiful shime to a stainless steal sink!.. more »

How to Manage a Cleaning Lady

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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You did a great job of screening applicants and found yourself a cleaning lady who is reliable and efficient. She comes to your house every week and does her work without any fuss or bother. Your job, however, is not over. If you expect her to ... more »

How to Manage Coffee Maker Accidental Overflow

By SeventhSibling

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If you have ever overflowed your coffee maker, you will really appreciate this tip. Getting water into the coffee maker reservoir, whether you are pouring the water in from another container or through the sink’s hose, odds are that some misses ... more »

How to Manage without a Garbage Grinder

By gailM

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No one had garbage grinders or disposals when I grew up. We saved the peelings for the chickens and the table scraps for the dogs. Now we still don't have a garbage grinder, but we handle it differently these days (no dogs or chickens)... more »

How to maximize drawer space.

By nuigurumi

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When you live on a boat, you have almost no space for clothing. This is a folding technique used in the Navy which can maximize your drawer space at home!.. more »

How to maximize the space in your home office

By LaurenSwan

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The home office can often end up messy and cluttered, especially if you are short on space. Maximize home office space with these tips... more »

How to Mop Floors Twice as Fast and Leave No Foot Prints

By QuackJack

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If you use your brains more than your muscles, you'll have more time and energy after the job is done... more »

How to Mop the Floor without Cleaner or Sticky Residue

By bookmom

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The only time I have called a maid service was in a panic before a visit from in-laws. The house did need a good cleaning, but I was also beside myself because my kitchen floor was sticky. And I couldn't figure out how to fix it. I had tried ... more »

How to mop with your Rainbow Vacuum cleaner.

By thesquirrelymom

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For the cleanest feeling floor you can get, mop with your Rainbow vacuum cleaner... more »

How to motivate yourself to clean

By honeybun18

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Here are a few tips to help making cleaning more enjoyable... more »

How to Motivate Yourself To Clean The House - 10 Tips

By Razvan Dobre

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If you are reading this, you probably need to clean your house/room but you just can't find any motivation to do it. I feel the same way sometimes, especially when I see a big pile of things that need to be organized. These are just a couple of ... more »

How to motivate yourself to do housework

By Kate J

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Housework can be such a drag, especially if it's on your only days off! No one likes doing it, but it's something that has to be done. Luckily there are some tips to help you keep yourself motivated to do the job!.. more »

How to Move Effectively

By meemee67

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Moving although exciting can be a bit of a headache. Here are some do's and don'ts to avoid frustration and confusion... more »

How to Move From a Big City to a Small Town

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Moving is often an overwhelming and stressful event in any person's life, but moving from a big city to a small town requires dealing with a unique set of and challenges and changes. These steps can help you see past the culture shock and adjust ... more »