Relaxing in a jetted tub is the perfect way to soothe away stress and sore muscles. If you have one, you probably consider yourself lucky. But at the same time, you might be worried about bacteria lurking in all those nooks and crannies. Honestly, jetted tubs can be pretty tough to get clean. Thank goodness […]
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10 {MORE} Things to Do With Magic Erasers
Those Magic Erasers from Mr. Clean are named appropriately, aren’t they? I’ll never forget the time my toddler got hold of a Sharpie and marked up my new kitchen cabinets. And I’ll never forget how a Magic Eraser took it right off! Those little white sponges are good for so many things. Let’s take a […]
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 […]
8 Tips That Guarantee You’ll Always Have a Clean Bathroom
I don’t know anyone who loves cleaning their bathroom — especially “deep cleaning.” It’s just a yucky and time consuming job, which causes a lot of people to put it off. Why can’t our bathrooms always be clean with just a little bit of work?? Wait — they can? Actually, these 8 daily tips will […]
Clean Your Pillows the Lazy Way
You sleep on your pillow every night. Over the years, imagine the dust, dead skin, makeup, and sweat that accumulates. Washing your pillowcase weekly certainly helps, but what about the pillow itself? Surely, it should be washed periodically — once or twice per year. Here’s how to get your pillows clean and keep them nice […]
The Secrets to Streak-Free Mirrors
When you’re putting on makeup, shaving, or simply checking yourself out in the mirror, you don’t need dirty spots and streaks getting in your way. After all, that mirror is all about YOU, right? The problem is, getting your mirrors clean — without streaks — can be tricky. Here is how to get your mirrors […]
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 […]
12 Green Cleaning Products You Can Make Yourself
Everybody loves the look and smell of a clean house. But few of us love using (or smelling) the chemicals that actually get us there. I mean, who wants to clean their house in a HAZMAT suit? If you’re into healthier cleaning options — and saving yourself some money — here are 12 different ways to […]
22 Odd Ways to Use Q-Tips
Cotton swabs are handy. You can use them for makeup, cleaning cuts, and a lot more…except cleaning your ears, right? RIGHT?! Â (Don’t do that.) Chance are you’ve got a box of these hanging around in your bathroom, so don’t let them rest there in vain. Here are 22 uses for Q-tips that you may not […]
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 […]