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Chore Charts: 12 Tips for Success

To be fair, everyone should chip in around the house. But when are things fair? Having a chore chart can be a great tool to divide up responsibilities, but how can you create one that will really work?

Chore Charts
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Do I Need to Vacuum My Refrigerator Coils?

Monday May 21, 2012

We know all the places to vacuum.  Rugs, carpets, baseboards, ceiling fans, and more. But do you really need to vacuum your refrigerator coils?  And if you do, why?

Share: Your Favorite Green Cleaner

Saturday May 19, 2012

I'm amazed at all the creative uses for things my readers come up with. So, I know I can count on you to share with your fellow readers.  Share a green cleaner that has cleaned really well for you.  It doesn't matter if it's a manufacturer's product or your own homemade recipe, we want to know what green cleaners work for you.

10 Tile Mistakes

Sunday May 13, 2012

I'm excited to think about remodeling our bathrooms. I've been researching about flooring to try to decide which way to go.  Knowing what you'll have to do to keep your floors clean is important.  But knowing what not to do is just as important.  Here are the top 10 tile mistakes and what to do instead.

The PH of Common Cleaners

Sunday May 13, 2012

Want a brief chemistry lesson?  Okay, so maybe that isn't tempting you.  Want to know what is meant by acid, base, and neutral PH cleaners?  Or maybe you need to know to make sure you use the right supplies on the right surfaces.  PH is measured on a scale from 0-14.  But where do our usual household cleaners fall on the scale?  Learn about cleaning product's PH level.


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