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Review: Mr. Clean Magic Eraser

Call me skeptical, but I didn’t believe the Mr. Clean Magic Eraser would live up to its promises. Don’t get me wrong, I like Mr. Clean products, but I’m not usually big on “magical” promises. That is, until I tried it! Magic Eraser is a parent’s dream come true. It will remove almost anything your children can dish out, including crayon and marker. The true test for me was not just removing crayon but to completely remove it from a textured surface. My refrigerator is white textured vinyl, and it has always been difficult to clean those tiny crevices, just … Continue reading →

Bath Toys Are Not Clean!

As parents, we do our best to keep our homes clean for our family’s health and safety. It is part of being a parent, the seemingly never-ending chore of cleaning house. However, we are human, and some things are overlooked. Our parenting life is hectic, and we just don’t think of some things (yes, I am going to add another chore to your list). One of those things is right in your bathroom. You see them every night as your child plays and splashes in the bathtub getting squeaky clean. Nevertheless her bath toys won’t stay clean for too long … Continue reading →

Re-grout Instead of Replacing Tile

If you are planning to replace your tile, you might want to consider re-grouting first. Many times, old, dirty or damaged grout detracts from the appearance of tile. Your tile may not need to be replaced at all. Re-grouting is not as difficult as you might think. It is obviously easier and much less expensive than replacing tile. Clean the Tile and the Grout Start by cleaning the tile and grout. Scrubbing with a toothbrush works great. If there is mold or mildew, spray the area with bleach, let it set for an hour or two, scrub, and rinse thoroughly. … Continue reading →

Your Kitchen Can Make You Sick!

Some studies, like those done on an Oprah episode have shown that your kitchen is the one room filled with the most germs out of your whole house! You would think it would be your bathroom, but it is not. Salmonella, Ecoli, and other germs/bacteria that cause illnesses (common to serious) could be lurking in your kitchen right now. Here are some tips to help you decrease the amount of bacteria in your kitchen: 1. Clean countertops and other most-used areas more than once a day. Clean up spills right away. 2. Thoroughly clean your trash can every time you … Continue reading →