Cleaning
Toothpaste: it whitens, brightens, deodorizes, removes stains, and restores and protects enamel. But toothpaste’s cleaning capabilities work wonders on many things besides our teeth. The... Read more
“Get messy” is actually a posted rule at Make-A-Messterpiece, a new kid-centric art studio located in the Chicago suburb of Glenview. That explains why in... Read more
Mr. Noodles Super Cleaner
Most days find me offering my particular solutions for world peace, conflict resolution, conservation and the environment. Today I’m going to share my very best... Read more
Eighteen Surprising Uses for the Dishwasher
Cleaning is a real pain in the neck. It’s a never-ending cycle that dries out my hands and strains my back, and I’m always looking... Read more
It Might Be Time to Recycle Your Trash Can!
How much of your trash is really trash. I mean, REALLY trash, as in not recyclable? With so many companies getting on board... Read more
Sparkle and Shine: Cleaning Tricky Household Surfaces
When my husband and I bought our home a few years ago, I first experienced “old wood floor” heaven. Beneath the previous owner’s horribly nondescript... Read more
Unexpected Fire Hazards in the Home
Most people think that they know everything they need to know about fire hazards in the home. Of course, much of fire prevention is simply... Read more
Does spring cleaning turn into summer squalor followed by fall fatigue? Find the motivation to reach for the broom by writing about your favorite ways to clean—music, a glass of wine, or the number to a housecleaning service. Tell us more

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