House Cleaning Tips

Take Care of your Marble: First I’ll make a note that you should Never Use Vinegar to clean marble. Marble is a very soft stone and highly porous, and any cleaning solution that contains acid will destroy it. Although vinegar can be used for many cleaning jobs around the house, marble is NOT one of them. The acid will get into and under any cracks in the polished surface, eventually damaging it. If cared for properly, the marble in your home can last you a lifetime. Marble Care Tips: Because marble is sensitive and very porous, only clean it with a neutral pH cleaning solution using a soft clean cloth. Marble is delicate and requires some maintenance to look its best. We have some basic care tips for cleaning marble to share with you. We also have Cleaning and Polishing Marble tips.

Cleaning tips for removing candle wax . Have you ever forgotten chapstick in your pocket and put it through the laundry? Have you ever spilt candle wax on your carpet? Candle wax stains are quite common and we're here to help you get them out! Find free tips for this situation and more helpful tips at Mrs. Clean.

We're just getting over the winter blues and now it's time to clean up the house and do some cleaning. We all know house cleaning can be a chore but if you follow these house cleaning tips you can reduce the time it takes to completely clean your home without cutting corners or missing any dust bunnies.

Stains happen. Our kids go out to play and come home with grass stains on their jeans, blood stains on their shirts, and.. uhm.. something in their pockets. We get lipstick, make up, and other stubborn stains on our work cloths that we struggle with. It's important to treat stubborn stains quickly and efficiently. See our free stain removal tips and get the job done successfully the first time.

Caring for Wood Furniture If you have wood furniture in your home, chances are you paid quite a bit for it, rescued it from a garage sale or inherited it from a family member. However you found your furniture, knowing how to take care of it is important so it can be enjoyed for years to come, especially if you plan on passing it down through the generations. Freshen Up Old Wood Furniture Some of the wood furniture items we’ve picked up at the local flea market or from Aunt Betty might have smelled better in their hey-day, but with a few simple steps, you can make sure that folks enjoy the look of your furniture without being put off by that old musty smell. There is nothing like sun and fresh air to help remove musty odors. Let it sit out during the day and bring it in at night. I have done this with a few pieces, it can take time but it does help. You can also add baking soda, charcoal, coffee (dry ground or beans) or kitty litter to drawers and cubbies to help remove musty odors. Whe...

Are you thinking about getting your significant other a new vacuum cleaner as a Christmas gift but you're not sure which brand you should buy? We have a variety of vacuum cleaner reviews that can help make your choice easier. Some of the vacuum cleaner brands reviewed are: Hoover Vacuums Eureka Vacuums Dirt Devil Vacuums Bagless Vacuum Cleaners Dyson Vacuums and more. Don't wait, Christmas is just around the corner.

Don't sweat the small stuff! Even though we really don't like those embarrassing antiperspirants stains, sweating happens for a reason. You may think we perspire as our bodies are too hot, in reality it's our bodies way of keeping us cool. Perspiration that happens in the armpit area, will have a yellowish color and contains fatty acids and proteins. Most of us; both men and women, have trouble with underarm perspiration. Men may also get perspiration between the shoulder blades, groin area, hands and feet. All of these things can result in stains on your clothing. Here is something you can try to remove deodorant stains: Hydrogen Peroxide I keep bottles of hydrogen peroxide on my shelves. It works great for some many things. It's always a good idea to do a spot check in an inconspicuous spot first. After you've done the spot check, apply straight hydrogen peroxide on the stained area and rub it in. Allow this to sit on the stain for 30 minutes or so. Hydrogen p...