Even just hearing the word “cobwebs” can evoke feelings of eerie haunted houses and Halloween decorations, even though it’s not quite spooky season just yet. But as much fun as decorating with cobwebs and novelty spiders can be, no one wants to deal with cobwebs collecting dust in the corners of our homes. Learn how you can get rid of those pesky cobwebs – and keep them from coming back. …
For most of us, the kitchen is the hub of the home, the place where we congregate with family and friends, and, in these Covid-impacted times, often complete our work or educational tasks. Unfortunately, the kitchen can be the room where it is most difficult to make eco-friendly choices. Single-use plastic packaging, harsh chemical cleaners, and disposable products are easily available and can seem like the most logical choice when food safety is on the line. But there is good news for the eco-conscious — green, sustainable products are making ...
Renovations are incredible things. They can make your home safer and more efficient, add value to your investment, and, most importantly, make your home a more comfortable, useful place to live. There is nothing like a brand new, freshly transformed space to make your home feel like an entirely new place — one that works better for you and your family. But renovations also bring unique cleaning challenges — from the mess and clutter of transformation to the task of making sure your new features stay clean. …
Bathrooms are a big deal. According to data presented by Daily Infographic, the average person spends more than two years of their life in the bathroom. Meanwhile, data from Houzz suggests that the average American spends about 30 to 60 minutes a day in their home bathrooms — where activities go far beyond bathing, grooming, and using the toilet, to include “sending emails, texting, checking Facebook, listening to music and even answering or making phone calls.” Our bathrooms can be relaxing retreats, a wonderful place to go to escape from ...
The humble doormat is an essential frontline of defense in the seemingly never ending quest to keep your home clean and sanitary. Your doormat captures all of the dirt, dust, mud, water, allergens, germs, and grime that might otherwise make their way inside, and keeps them trapped outdoors and away from your clean floors. Over time, though, a doormat that has accumulated too much dirt and dust can become less effective, allowing more allergens and germs to be tracked in on shoes or boots. With a few simple tricks and ...
