Green House Cleaning

We have been brain washed that bleach is the best way to whiten our clothes or to disinfect our kitchen counters. Bleach emits hypochlorous acid (HOCl) and chlorine gas (Cl2) that can be dangerous. What else can we use that is a safer alternative? Lemon Juice – Adding one-quarter to one-half cup of lemon juice…

A Roomba vacuum or any other auto vacuums will eat the fringe off of rugs. They just don’t get along… But, how do you care for rugs with fringe? Do not use a ” beater bar ” or upright vacuum, these will pull and shred the fringe. If the rug is small enough it is…

Fact Friday Did you know… that the kitchen is the filthiest room of the house? A kitchen sink has more germs and bacteria than a toilet. Who knew….

  Did you know that  after each use your toilet brush should be cleaned and sanitized?  It is important to let the toilet brush dry. The toilet brush and holder should be cleaned and sanitized after each use if the brush isn’t allowed to dry thoroughly. If the toilet brush is allowed to dry then…

  A lot of our clients have pets. Most of their pets get on the furniture. Upholstery furniture can be a challenge to remove pet fur. What can the average person use to remove the pet fur. Here are some easy methods. Basic rubber gloves or a rubber squeegee. If these items aren’t removing the…

Tip for keeping your Shower Clean   Tools to help keep your shower clean.   Invest is a Squeegee, make sure it is soft. Glass can scratch. Vinegar mixed equal parts with water in a spray bottle. Fillable kitchen scrubber. Mix vinegar water and a little bit of dishwashing soap. Shopping List: Dish refillable wand…

  What is Grout?   Grout is a mixture of sand, cement and water. Grout is put in between the cracks of tiles. Grout sealer is a necessary component to apply. Grout sealer, prevents moisture from getting in there. Grout sealer, usually only last for about two years in high traffic areas. Sealer will need…

      Can House Plants Improve Air Quality?   Philodendron scandens ‘oxycardium’, heart leaf philodendronIn 1989, a two year study was completed by NASA and the Associated Landscape Contractors of America (ALCA) resulted in how common household plants can purify the air in our homes and offices. These studies were conducted by Dr. B.C. Wolverton,…

Look at that face, this is Miss Mabel our family pet. We love our fur babies because they are family. We also, treat them as if they are one of our children. We have to keep and eye on them like children because they can get into things, even if they are well trained. The…