Food, Home, Garden & Pets

The costs associated with keeping a clean home can be relatively high. Even if, like me, you do the cleaning yourself, you can soon rack up large bills on the cleaning products themselves. All items in the house seem to have a specialty cleaner these days. The issue is down …

I love a clean and tidy home. It makes me feel great and proud of my home… I love sitting in my home when it is shiny and gleaming. Enter reality – my husband works long hours and I work from home. I have my two young kids at home …

When you have kids, you know that it can sometimes feel like you vacuum multiple times a day, actually I am sure kids have it programmed into their DNA to make a mess! I kid you not, I have had the vacuum out as much as four times in one …

Hardwood flooring is a popular choice for homeowners today. If you are making the switch to hardwood flooring, it is important to make sure that you’re choosing the best flooring for your needs. There are some questions you should ask when you are shopping for hardwood flooring. 1. What flooring …

If you have kids, you may find it almost impossible to have a neat and clean kitchen. Mealtime seems to come round so fast and before you have had the chance to clean up, there is a new mess you need to attend to. I have found myself in this …

Taking the necessary time in planning your move will help you promote a successful long-distance moving adventure. It will also help you avoid troubles along the way. Whether this is your first time to move at a great distance, or just want to make sure your move becomes a success, …

As the evidence of spring becomes more and more evident, a lot of people start thinking about doing a spring cleaning. However, tackling such a major cleaning operation might be a bit daunting to a person who is not used to it. An easy fix is to hire a maid …

Having a dog is a lot of work and a lot of fun. Playing with your dog is one of the best ways to encourage physical activity as well as bonding with your dog. However, you don’t have to spend your time playing endless hours of fetch. There are plenty …

Gardening is a great hobby, plus it makes your home look so inviting and beautiful too. If you have children then playing in the garden will do your children so much good. It is great to teach your children gardening skills – being outdoors and in nature will do nothing …

Do you have light colored carpeting, and are you concerned about the fact that even once it is professionally cleaned, the carpet will become a stain magnet because of the fact it is light? That is a valid concern. Even the faintest colored stains will show up on the carpet. …

If you have ever decided to cook a special recipe, you may have noticed that costs can add up pretty quickly, especially when you cook for a family or for a large group of people. Everyone wants to use high-quality ingredients as they make the recipe taste better and also …

Do you have a problem with clutter in your bedroom? Is everything scattered around the room starting with clothes, books, linens, and ending with your shoes? If yes, then you need a quick and easy to implement solution to this problem. According to specialists, a cluttered bedroom will affect the …

More often than not, people sacrifice one day every week for cleaning. While no one says you have to do everything at once, you probably do it because you don’t have a concept how to balance your personal and work life during the week, so weekends are reserved for projects …

Winter season isn’t the best time for cars and concrete driveways. For one, snow can easily pile up and cover your path. Second, the surface becomes too slippery for you to drive fast or even just run around on your feet. Thus, it’s important that you know the different ways …

As I get older I find that I enjoy my coffee more and more. Gone are the days of instant coffee and in it’s place I enjoy filter coffee, made either in my percolator or my coffee machine. The most important part of my morning routine is my first cup …

If you’re a mom, then you know that every second of your time is absolutely precious. From getting the kids ready to getting yourself ready, there is always a way that you can shave time off of the process. Shoes might be overlooked when it comes to ways to “hack” …

The nutrition and flavor of green smoothies is something everyone needs from time to time and you do not have to be a health nut to appreciate. When you have your special choice of green fruits and vegetables, all you need is an ideal blender to make your smoothie. There …

Most people believe that vacuuming the carpet is enough to get it cleaned. However, that is not true at all. In fact, vacuuming does not remove every piece of dirt and debris that is buried deep in the carpet fibers. You would be horrified to know that approximately 200,000 types …