Tag Archives: cleaning
Clean Under Your Oven
Let’s be honest. The space under your oven probably never gets cleaned, and that’s likely because you don’t know how to even get under there. Well there’s an easy trick that will make cleaning that crevice a breeze. Did you know you … Continue reading
Grossest spots in your home
Doorknobs, light switches and fridge handles are high-touch zones, meaning they’re a breeding ground for germs and nasties on par with the dreaded kitchen sponge. “We forget to clean these hard surfaces because they don’t really look dirty,” says Caroline Solomon, … Continue reading
Equally Important
Treat every room in a house as equally important. You may not be in a utility space for long, but you’re in and out of it a lot. Why not paint it in an interesting way? – Heide Hendricks … Continue reading
Ditch the chore chart
In my college apartments, I loathed the weekly chore swap. I would often lose track of which task I had been assigned — or forget to do it all together. Chore charts are often the default division of labor in … Continue reading
Front Entryway Checklist
Clean windows and sills. Polish hardware, door lock and address numbers, or replace them. Wipe down walls, trim and light fixtures to remove dust and cobwebs. Paint or stain the front door, including trim. Sand or repaint handrail. Pressure-wash hard … Continue reading
