Plastic cutting boards are cheap and handy for all kinds of kitchen duties. You can even use different colored ones for different jobs to help you avoid cross-contamination. Awesome, right? But when it comes time to clean them, sometimes these little plastic beauties can present some challenges. They often have a textured surface, and when […]
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Cleaning Tips Every Clean Freak MUST Know
Do you pride yourself on being a clean freak? Has your knack for neatness become a local legend? If you love cleanliness and all things “organizy” than this post is for you. Here are some fantastic cleaning tips that will have the neat freak in you grinning from ear to ear. Grab your favorite rubber gloves […]
10 Outdoor Cleaning Tips Everyone Should Know for Summer
With summertime upon us, it’s time to clean up the patio or deck. This is when we clean up the outdoor furniture so it’s ready for company, and get prepared to enjoy our outdoor space. With that in mind, here are 10 outdoor cleaning tips to help you make the most of your summer. 1. Clean the Grill […]
Caring for Copper Pots {The Ultimate Guide}
Copper pots and pans are known for heating up fast and retaining a good, even heat. But their greatness for all kinds of cooking, and the expense of the materials, means they represent a fairly large cookware investment. Of course, that means you want them to last as long as possible. Some might say it’s […]
Goodbye, Hard Water Stains! How to Make Your Shower Doors Sparkle
Shower doors are great for letting light in and keeping water where it belongs. But you’ve got to admit…it doesn’t take long for them to go from clear to cloudy. Hard water stains and soap scum can really wreak havoc on your shower door, whether it’s clear or frosted, textured or smooth. The good news […]
Are You Making a Mistake When Cleaning Your Bathtub?
I won’t lie: cleaning the tub is a real pain in the butt. You can’t really clean it effectively without bending over or stooping to your knees…or both. That’s why when you do clean the bathtub, you want to make sure it’s CLEAN, right? Nobody wants to bathe in a germy tub! (Especially after doing what it […]
Trouble-Free Ways to Tackle Tough Messes
Life is messy. And spills always seem to happen at the worst possible times — like when you’re getting ready to leave or you’re already exhausted from hosting a dinner. Am I right?? Well, cleaning up even tough messes is about to get easier. That’s because we’ve got a list of trouble-free methods for cleaning […]
16 Strange Things to Do With Baby Wipes
If you have a child in diapers, you’ve got baby wipes hanging around your house. You probably keep some in your diaper bag for wiping little faces, hands, and yes, little behinds. They definitely come in handy if you have kids, but did you know that baby wipes — whether you have small children or […]
Removing Stains From Concrete
Is your driveway, garage, or patio stained with oil or grease? Have you assumed those stains are impossible to get rid of? Well, you’re in luck. With a little bit of know-how and some free time on the weekend, you can eliminate those ugly stains and whip your concrete back into shape. It’s actually pretty easy, […]
15 Uses for Alka-Seltzer
Known as a remedy for everything from aches and pains to hangovers, Alka-Seltzer has been around since 1931. It contains sodium bicarbonate, aspirin, and anhydrous citric acid — all of which contribute to its trademark effervescence. But did you know that Alka-Seltzer has a host of other smart uses? It’s true! We’ll go over 15 of […]