Your bed is a sanctuary, a place of rest and relaxation. But did you know that it's also a breeding ground for some unwelcome guests? Dust mites and bed bugs can take residence in your mattress and pillows, causing discomfort and potential health issues. In this article, we'll explore...
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Soap scum is a common bathroom nuisance. The good news is, you don't need expensive products to tackle it. We've got simple and inexpensive DIY solutions that will make your bathroom sparkle.
Understanding Soap Scum: Before we get into the DIY solutions, it's essential to understand what soap scum is....
Cleaning the bathroom can seem like a daunting task, but fear not, my friends. In this video, we're going to discuss the crucial aspect of how frequently you should clean different components of your bathroom.
By the end of this post, you'll hopefully have a clearer plan to maintain...
Sometimes when we clean we find ourselves going on autopilot, and that's fine because, as we all know, cleaning can be so boring. So sometimes you've got to shake it up and approach a room with fresh eyes, saying, "What am I missing here?". In this article, we're going...
A big part of the cleaning process comes down to organizing. It's something I often struggle with, especially when it comes to clothing. When I moved into my new house, our closet was way smaller than our previous one. We no longer had a walk-in and our new home...
After 14 years of being in the cleaning game, I must admit that I still don't like cleaning the bathroom. Despite this, I have found some bathroom cleaning secrets that have helped me master the job. Here are a few little time savers that make a big difference in...
We all know about B.O right? Well, today I'd like to talk about the lesser-known H.O; house odors. It's something that you've probably experienced walking into someone else's home before, but we often become nose-blind to our own house odors. In this article, I want to talk to you...
I know that cleaning the bathroom is one of the least enjoyable places in a home to clean. I get it, I'm right there with you. But over the years, I have picked up some tips that I want to share with you. Hopefully, these will allow you to...
Picture this: you come home from a long day, so you run a nice hot shower, step inside, and pull the shower curtain closed behind you. But what are those gray dots on your shower curtain? Mold–yuck!
Mold and mildew on your shower curtain can spoil a nice shower, and...
Are you plagued by wrinkled clothes!? OK, that’s a little dramatic. But seriously, we’ve all had that experience of pulling an item of clothing out of a closet or drawer and realizing it’s too wrinkled to wear. And let me be the first to say, it totally blows when...
Way back in 2017, I wrote an article on vacuuming shag rugs and small rugs, but now it’s 2022, and time for an update. If you’re dealing with a stain or a shag rug with a pet odor problem, read 6 Products for Effectively Removing Carpet and Upholstery Stains (and Pet...
Chad and I bought our house in 2018, and it was, to put it nicely, a fixer-upper. Right away, we did fixer-up, at least the upstairs. And may I just say it looks fabulous. However, the basement we put off for a couple of years, until this past summer.
Our...
Wood burning fireplaces are lovely. They're so cozy on a wintery day or even during chilly fall and spring. I know in Toronto right now (where I live) while it's technically spring the weather calls for a good fire.
The downside to wood fires is that they are soooo messy....
