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I hate laundry. I hate every aspect of doing laundry. Why does the act of cleaning clothes have to be so complicated?
1. - Never enough detergent - No matter how many huge bottles of detergent I buy, it seems the bottle is always empty. I even resort to pouring water into the partially…
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Favorite sprays, wipes,
tools, and nontoxic products.
Cleaners and Wipes
- Method Daily Shower Spray, $4, methodhome.com for store locations. Use to prevent soap-scum buildup on shower walls.
- Clorox Disinfecting…
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<img alt="David Prince" title="David Prince" src="http://img.timeinc.net/realsimple/i/p/Feb03/0203_solution_clean_fabric.jpg" align="left" width="180" height="240"><em>Did you find out the hard way not to wash your cashmere throw like your cotton T-shirt? Use these surefire methods to treat common household fabrics.</em> Read More »
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<p><img alt="" style="" src="http://a323.yahoofs.com/phugc/LjZZfAPqDjjp/photos/adbe811011ef6d36e8edfa2e8c345f6c/mr_c7eb4ff12a3778.jpg?ug_____DjedJrOl6" align="center" height="400" width="313"><br> </p><p>With people mingling at the party, bits of food and drink can easily find their way onto your upholstery or carpet, and leave nasty stains. Remember to do a quick run-through once guests have left so that you can spot treat any stains before they set and become a permanent problem. </p><p><strong>Here are 5 other party clean-up tips – from how to get out scuff marks to melted candle wax.</strong> Read More »
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<em><img alt="Wendell T. Webber " title="Wendell T. Webber" src="http://img.timeinc.net/realsimple/i/p/Dec_Jan03/1203_home_carpet_dirt.jpg" align="right" width="180" height="240">No matter what kind of spill (soda, salad dressing) or what kind of carpet (synthetic, seagrass), these all-purpose stain treatments will lift up whatever's underfoot</em><br><br> <p><strong>Easy Carpet-Stain Solutions</strong><br> These stain-busters are made of products you probably have on hand. But follow the recipes exactly. "In cleaning carpet, more is never better," says Barbara Wilson, technical-information manager for the Carpet and Rug Institute. And don't approach carpet cleaning the same way you scrub the tub: Rubbing a spot vigorously will not make the stain disappear faster, but it can damage the carpet fibers and make the stain set in deeper. The following pages will fill you in on when and how to use these various solutions to remove beverage, mud, oil, and various other carpet stains. Read More »
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Laundry 911: When your
clothes have picked up a new hue, the first step is to rewash the
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Four effective ways to
quickly do away with dirt Disinfectant Wipes for Quick
Clean-Up Dilemma: The kitchen and bathroom need constant
cleaning attention. Solution: For quick clean-ups
in the kitchen, bathroom, and even living room, keep Clorox...
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Not the most exciting post ever, but I need advice. Bought a brand new pair of expensive white drycleanable pants (Ann Taylor) I went to a party and got red wine and dirt stains on the cuffs. I took the pants to the drycleaners who could not get stains out. What do you suggest I... Read More »
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It seems like only yesterday we were vowing to get on top of that to-do list and now loved ones (and other guests) are on their way over. Suddenly, your home needs help--fast! Sound familiar? Not to worry: here are a few quickie repairs and cover-ups you can do pronto. When your guests leave you can... Read More »
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