Sometimes, even when we do our best to destroy germs in our home, they know the right places to hide and fester. Damp environments like bathrooms and kitchens are the perfect places for bacteria to thrive. In order to keep our homes healthy and happy, there are a few common items that should be replaced regularly. Check out the list below to see if it's time for any of your items to get Read more

Got dust? No matter how often I vacuum, it never fails when I sit on my carpets or rugs, my pants always pick up the dregs on the floor. While Swiffers and other cleaning products do a fab job of sweeping up dust bunnies and capturing the thin layers on the dressers and shelves, it seems my threadbare clothes could potentially equal their task. If they can find lint on a fresh floor, they could Read more

A woman's work is never done. Between laundry, ironing, dish washing, vacuuming, dusting, and polishing, it's a wonder that anyone has time to sit back and enjoy a clean house. Some gals take pleasure in starching the linens and mopping the floors. Unfortunately, I'm not one of them. My best cleaning is done after an argument or before visitors arrive. On the long list of chores, I'd have to say Read more

When was the last time you gave your windows a good scrub? Unless you've got a full service housekeeping staff, chances are you don't give your windows the love they deserve. Some experts recommend an extensive cleaning once a month. While that sounds idyllic, it also sounds a little aggressive. But perhaps I'd feel like I was walking on sunshine if I could actually see it a bit better through a Read more

I finally found a benefit to procrastination. After making some enchiladas the other night, I left my dishes in the sink overnight. While the mess wasn't a pleasant morning reception, I did come across an exciting unintentional cleaning quickie for copper lovers. There are copper cleaners that can take the grime off in relatively no time but they often require some elbow grease. My solution Read more

Vacuuming sucks, so when our old canister vacuum bit the dust, I was left with the unglamorous task of purchasing a new one. I've had my eye on Roomba – the robotic machine that will clean my floors while I nap. Seriously. Upon purchasing the Roomba 530 ($300), I was a bit skeptical but more excited (and a little giddy) to give it a shot. Quite honestly, I have never been so thrilled to plug Read more

I'll put a coaster under anything, but the rest of my household (and the occasional guest) has yet to jump on the bandwagon — leaving the inevitable ring on my coffee and side tables. It's a battle I've chosen not to fight because of one thing alone: mayonnaise. If it weren't for good old-fashioned full-fat mayo, my furniture would be littered with the hideous water spots that result from the Read more

Stains, you've met your match. Few people know more about pesky blots than moms. When red wine ends up on your carpet, who do you call for advice? If it's not Casa, it's probably your mama. Instead of making the phone call and updating her on your love life and hearing about family drama, just pick up a bottle of Mother's Lil' Helper instead. To see why I think this belongs in your cleaning kit, Read more