Tag Archives: cleaning
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
Use the Backs of Doors
Just because you have a small closet doesn’t mean you need to struggle to store all of your clothes and shoes. If you don’t have a walk-in closet, always use the back of your doors. This will expand your storage space … Continue reading
