Housekeeping tasks are tedious and time-consuming. At home, it can be incredibly difficult to juggle everything that needs to get done on a daily basis–things like work, cooking, laundry, school, extracurricular activities, home repairs, and taking care of pets make it tough to find time for cleaning. In the office, a clean environment is critical […]

Just like food in the refrigerator or pantry expires, so do makeup and beauty products. It can be hard to part with a favorite lipstick or eyeshadow, but over time these products can build up bacteria. It’s also easy to accumulate too many of some products. How many mascaras do you have? Doing a clean-out […]

It happens before you know it: suddenly, you look around to find your home filled with stuff. Maybe your dining room table, master bedroom, or the desk in your office has become a catch-all for miscellaneous things. Though they may seem harmless, these items become a constant demand for your time and attention, and can […]

If you have a busy lifestyle, home can be a place to drop your things and go back out. The idea of getting rid of all the clutter that builds up can be overwhelming. Here are some tips for making progress in your home when you only have ten minutes at a time. Magazines. If […]

The holiday season is here and your to-do list is growing by the day. Remember: making time for yourself is just as important as anything else on that list. Giving yourself the gift of “me time” will tame tension and help you deal with the challenges this time of year brings. As an added bonus, […]

Parts of the house that you don’t think of as “dirty” may actually be harboring more harmful bacteria than the toilet or the shower, simply because they don’t jump out as something that needs cleaning. It’s therefore important to give these areas a regular and thorough cleaning, since they can become even filthier than a […]

If you’re looking to make your home cleaning routine “greener,” head to the store and purchase a gallon of white vinegar and a big carton of baking soda. You’ll probably spend five dollars or less, and you’ll come home with replacements for a bunch of harsh chemical cleaners you’re probably using. Here’s how to use […]

It’s hard to find the time and energy to do anything besides prepare your home for the holidays during this time of year. If your schedule is already jam-packed, keeping the house tidy and clean can take a major toll on not only you, but also your family. You certainly might not need a daily […]

If holiday cleaning is creeping toward the bottom of your to-do list, it’s time to prioritize. Cleaning in advance will not only give you a home you can be proud of, it will help you feel less overwhelmed in the days leading up to the big event. Here are a few pointers to keep you […]

Keeping the house clean is a constant battle for many, and if you have kids in the mix it leads to even more laundry, more dishes, and more people to clean up after. Here are some cleaning tips and tricks you should do every day in order to keep up with the housework and maintain […]