Clean House

Home cleaning services are good for your (mental) health

Tiernan McKay — Thu, 25 Oct 2012 13:00:00 -0700

Is there anything better than the smell of a sparkling clean home… when someone else did all the work? Most moms would say, “No!”

Involving your child in daily chores

Christina Holt — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 12:30:00 -0800

Can't seem to find the time to sweep, vacuum or dust while your child clings to your leg? These useful tips, ideas and child-sized cleaning supplies will help get your child involved, interested and engaged.

Putting the simple back in simplifying: Realistic ways to streamline your day

Kim Grundy — Tue, 08 Feb 2011 20:34:00 -0800

Trying to fit too much into your day can leave you feeling cranky, tired and overwhelmed. Check out our tips on realistic ways to streamline your day so you have the time you need to relax, unwind and actually be more productive.

How to quickly clean the house for unexpected guests

Kristin Chessman — Mon, 11 Oct 2010 16:23:00 -0700

Prepping for unexpected guests? Don’t turn off the lights and hide just yet! With the right tools and a proper plan, you can quickly clean the house for unexpected guests. Follow these seven simple steps to make a fabulous first impression in a pinch:

How to clean house in less than 30 minutes

Kristin Chessman — Mon, 11 Oct 2010 15:10:00 -0700

Does cleaning house seem like a daunting chore with never enough time? Fear not, overwhelmed momma! When it comes to speed cleaning, it’s all about time management and prioritizing. Yes, it is possible to clean house in less than 30 minutes! Check out these simple steps to achieving a clean house in record time. Ready, set, clean!

How to quickly get rid of sticky countertop stains

Sarah Kelsey — Thu, 07 Oct 2010 15:30:00 -0700

Everything from spilled pop to sweet and sugary foods can leave an icky, gooey mess on your countertops and there’s nothing worse than a sticky, stained surface. The next time your kitchen’s surfaces feel a bit off, try a few of these quick and easy how-to tricks:

How to make a weekly cleaning schedule

Sarah Kelsey — Thu, 07 Oct 2010 15:27:00 -0700

No one wants to get stuck with all of the cleaning duties around the house, which is why creating a weekly cleaning schedule is so important. Here are a few how-to tips to use the next time you’d like to divvy up chores between family members:

Mopping do's and don'ts

Sarah Kelsey — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 19:53:00 -0700

Floors get dirty, fast. Because they’re tread upon by children, guests, pets -- you name it -- they're rife with germs and can stain easily. That’s where proper mopping comes in. Here are a few floor-cleaning do's and don’ts to help you make the most of your time spent mopping.

Organize your closet: The 3-day plan, Part 3

SheKnows Living Editors — Fri, 28 Sep 2007 18:29:00 -0700

By now you're so close to your goal of getting organized, you can smell it. SheKnows shares Steps 7-10 below for getting organized with the whole family... and all in just one weekend!