Homemade Household Cleaning Products
Have you ever wondered what people used to clean their house before so many different kinds of cleaning products were so readily available on the market? Many of these ideas are not new and...
Cleaning Tips to Save Time and Money
Here are some quick tips to save time and energy by changing your habits.
Cleaning Your Kids Bedding
For most cotton blankets, you can just throw them in the washing machine and all will be fine, but for some, this may not be the case. Some may be too large for a...
Natural Healthy Cleaning with Tea Tree Essential Oil
Tea Tree oil is one of the most popular of the essential oils. It is one of the strongest natural antiseptics, commonly referred to as the "Universal Antiseptic." This quality makes it one of...
How to Clean Your Healthy Home on a Budget
You have probably noticed that non-toxic, healthy cleaning products tend to be too expensive. You may have even decided not to dispose of all those chemical-laden cleaning products because the healthy alternatives are so...
Clean House, Clean Head
When you walk in the front door of your home after a long, hard day, do you feel soothed, comfortable, and truly at home? Or does it look like a scene from the film...
Aromatherapy Products as Household Cleaners and Fresheners?
Since you've got to do house cleaning, you can also reap the benefits of aromatherapy at the same time you're at it! If you've ever fought the good fight of household chores, you might...
Bathroom Cleaning
How to clean your bathroom.
Cleaning Ceramic Tile Walls
Regular cleaning can be done with detergent and water, and rinsed; or commercial household cleaners or bathroom cleaners used according to label directions. Do not use scouring...
Easy Home Remedies for Water-Stained Glass
If someone were to ask you what the hardest room in the house to clean is, you'd likely say the bathroom. Sure a little bleach and cleanser will keep the mirror and counter tops...
Cleaning Sinks
Tips for cleaning your sink, stain removal, scratches and more.
Cleaning Faucets
Chrome faucets are easily cleaned with soapy water. Rinse and wipe dry with a paper towel to restore luster. An old toothbrush helps get...
Cleaning Dishes
Everything you need to know to clean your dishes, glassware, crystal and more.
Cast Iron Utensils - Care and Cleaning
Seasoning
To season utensils, wash and scour with fine cleanser and steel wool. Wash and dry thoroughly....
How to Clean Silver
If you're anywhere near typical, your finest silver and flatware gets at least three-quarters of its use during one-quarter of the year -- the November through January holiday season. Paradoxically, this is also the...
Floor Cleaning and Care
How to clean and care for your floor.
Alcoholic Beverage Stains on Hard Surface Floors
Rub with a cloth dampened in a solution of detergent and warm water. If the stain remains, rub it with a...
Cedar Chest Care: How to Refresh the Smell of an Old Cedar Chest
You can refresh the aroma of an old chest in a number of easy ways. Consider the following ways to refresh the smell of an old cedar chest.
Furniture Care & Cleaning
Antique Wood Furniture:
(For antiques with the original finish.)
Care
Avoid extremes of humidity and temperature, which accelerate cracking and checking of finish, and loosen joints and veneer. Do not set beverage glasses, vases of flowers, etc....