The universe gave us toilets, and the Universe gave us trash cans (and seriously, thank heavens for both). Each are to be used responsibly or else the Universe gets mad (clogs and global warming, respectively). That said, I want to explain 10 really, truly, awful things that you may...
This week we're talking about a subject I get asked about all the time: what to do about mold and mildew. So curl up on the couch, and get ready for things to get moldy!
What are Mold and Mildew, and What’s the Difference?
Mold and mildew are fungi, microscopic organisms that can thrive...
Borax. Why don’t you have any yet?
Most people have no idea about how wonderful this little box of cleaning joy is. Borax is made with water, oxygen, boron, and sodium—simple stuff that's been known to man for more than 4000 years, and used for cleaning with borax has been going on for...
We get ready in the bathroom each morning, brush up and wash up, do our little routines, and then repeat that all over again the next day. We want to walk out feeling fresh and clean, not grimy and gross, so if your bathroom doesn’t make you smile, let’s...
If you want to learn my armchair cleaning secrets, you’re in for a treat! I’ve figured out ways to be lazier and get more cleaned. You’re going to love this!
Don't forget to check out Maker's Clean line of premium products. From microfiber cloths to the Maker's Mop, they have...
Is cleaning your bathroom tiles part of your regular bathroom and kitchen cleaning lists? I'm guessing no because it is one of the more time-consuming cleaning chores. However, we should all be cleaning our tiles regularly. And then we should be hitting our tiles with a tile scrub as...
We know that cleaning isn’t always fun but making your own cleaners and saving money in the process definitely helps! I have put together 5 great cleaners that cost literally pennies to make and seconds to prepare. They are safe, effective and environmentally friendly…. what more could you ask...
The way a house smells when you first step in, might seem unimportant, but I can assure you it is anything but. Our sense of smell is connected to our emotions and that's powerful in and of itself. Smells can elicit emotional responses such as being happy, relaxed and...
You've likely seen the commercials with that sassy English lady speaking in a very classy manner about the unsavory topic of bathroom duties...err..dooties (with plenty of poop jokes to go around). The stuff works, no question about it. But rather than spending your hard earned money on something you'll...
I have long touted the benefits of cleaning with vinegar. Most of us know it's a great cleaning product, and even though it makes us wrinkle our noses, it works! So, it's hard to argue (and it's super cheap). Put on your adulting pants and get over the smell—and...
Let's face it, there's not too many people out there that love to clean. Sure there may be aspects that you enjoy - the end result for one, but for the most part cleaning is something that we all need to do and not many of us, including myself,...
Have you tried Castile soap (Dr. Bronner's or otherwise)? I've been using it for years in the shower and for cleaning tasks, but I wanted to share the wealth with you guys since I know many of you have asked about it. It's a neutral, gentle soap that is...
When looking to update my bathroom, I not only considered the form and function of the products and how my bathroom would look, but how much easier they would be to clean or help clean, and of course how to organize what was already in the bathroom!
Here are 6 Ways to...
Let’s face it - over time, your hairbrush can get pretty nasty. It fills up with dust, oil, hair and hair products, dandruff, dirt and odors; and honestly, who wants to use something like that on their head?
The good news is that hairbrushes are also fairly easy to...
There's a lot to talk about when it comes to cleaning the bathroom. You have been asking about what you can do to maintain your bathroom on a regular basis. What kind of habits can you employ to keep a cleaner bathroom? I am going to outline some simple...
Cleaning your bathtub can seem like a scary, overwhelming, even back-breaking chore—but it doesn't have to be! In this video, Melissa Maker shows us a quick bathtub cleaning routine that will make this job so much easier.
One important thing to note is to not to use a heavy hand with abrasive materials—whether your...
