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Home Decluttering Tips For Spring Cleaning

Seasonal Cleaning 1. CREATE A SPRING CLEANING CHECKLISTA true spring clean doesn’t happen overnight, or even over a weekend. After all, you’re busy. And as much as you’d like to, you can’t push pause...
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Spring Cleaning Checklist

Seasonal Cleaning Get the most out of your spring cleaning by using our spring cleaning checklist. Tackle every room in your house – from bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen to the living room. Every Room...
Tips for Cleaning Backpacks and Lunchboxes

Tips for Cleaning Backpacks and Lunchboxes

It’s hard to believe summer vacation is almost over already, but before you know it both students and teachers will be headed back to school. That means it’s time to clean up any backpacks or...
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Save Time Vacuuming

Vacuuming may seem like a no-brainer. You plug the appliance in, switch it on and you’re ready to go, right? Well, that’s somewhat true, but it’s also possible that you may be taking longer than...
Refrigerator and Pantry Organization Tips for Kids' Snacks

Organize Kids Snacks

School’s out for summer, which means the kids will be home all day. With all the extra energy they’ll be expending during pool time and other activities, you can bet they’re bound to be hungry. For...
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Q&A with Franchise Owner Stacey Huskey

Over the years, women have taken the franchise world by storm. A report commissioned by the International Franchise Association (IFA) found that in 2012, 30.6 percent of franchise businesses are women...
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How Landscaping Can Elevate the Look of Your Home

Beautifying your home quickly and affordably is easier than you think! Whether you’re looking to add some simple touches or do a full-scale landscaping project, you can take advantage of May's ideal...
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Don't Clean These 10 Items with Vinegar

Vinegar is an ancient cleaning marvel that has stood the test of time. People have been using this acidic liquid for cleaning and disinfecting since as early as 5000 B.C. However, while it may be a...
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Linen Closet Organization

Home Organization Linen closets see a lot of action throughout the day, as someone is always reaching in for a fresh towel or an extra blanket. If you don’t use proper linen closet organization...
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How To Clean Painted Walls

DIY The type and quality of the paint greatly affects how you clean a wall and how easily dirt comes off. Generally, there are four types of paint finishes: baked enamel, general-purpose enamels...
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How to Clean Wood Furniture

DIY It’s pretty rare to walk into a house and not find a stick of wood furniture inside. Wooden pieces add a cozy touch to a home, with their rich grains and sturdy designs. However, you won’t be...