Miscellaneous Cleaning Tips
Can We Clean Without Chemicals? Many of the commercial cleaners that I’ve used over my lifetime have been toxic, petroleum based and just plain hazardous. I shudder to think about it, really. Granted, I haven’t grown a third eye yet, but exposure to so many toxins and hazardous materials can damage our health, our children’s,…
Read MoreRemoving Mold from Walls and Carpeting So you’ve made your way into a seldom used room for some routine cleaning or de-cluttering of your son’s G.I. Joe’s that he doesn’t play with anymore but wants to keep for whatever reason. To your dismay, you find black mold spots. Don’t worry, it happens to everyone. Attics,…
Read MoreHow to Get Rid of Black Mold You probably wouldn’t be surprised to know that I am “on top” of cleaning up dirt and grime and that there are very few grimy things that ever sneak by me. But once in a great while, I will open a cupboard (say, in the garage) and discover…
Read MoreCleaning Dirty Fireplace Bricks Fireplaces have been a source of warmth, comfort, and relaxation for centuries. The crackling sound of burning wood, the flickering flames, and the radiant heat create a cozy and inviting atmosphere. Many people find sitting by a fireplace to be a peaceful and comforting experience, especially during colder seasons. Beyond the…
Read MoreNatural Ways to Get Rid of Mold and Mildew Thinking about disgusting mold and mildew reminds me of my first apartment way back when. One day I pulled the shower curtain back and noticed this pink colored cast to the shower curtain, bathtub surface and shower walls. I didn’t know what it was at first…
Read MoreHow To Clean Dirty, Grimy Mini-Blinds So, you’ve finally had enough of your nasty, grimy and dusty mini-blinds? Well, good for you! Cleaning mini-blinds is not hard to do, as long as you know the proper method. You may have tried to clean each individual slat by hand with some sort of cleaning solution and…
Read MoreProfessional Dusting Tips: Ceiling to Floor It’s a beautiful day and the sun is finally shining in the Pacific Northwest. The birds are chirping and, as I look across my room out the window I notice not only the birds at the feeder but- my dirty windows and all the cobwebs in my home. I…
Read MoreHow to Clean Wallpaper I love my wallpaper. It’s design is really beautiful and the pattern kind of fits my personality. People assume that wallpaper is difficult to care for, but how many times can a painted wall withstand the assault that only a toddler can inflict at meal time? Because most of today’s wallpapers…
Read MoreDust Your Home Like a Professional House Cleaner I might be in the minority, but I enjoy dusting. I crank up the tunes to help me get going and get in my “dusting zone”. Dusting doesn’t take very long and everything feels cleaner after I have removed that hazy film that covers all the flat…
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