Some quick, DIY ghetto cleaning tips to save money, time and get your home super clean. I refill mine with a funnel, but you can also soak the top of the bottle in REALLY hot or boiling water for 10-15 seconds and pull the top off! You may need pliers I refill my swiffer wetjet with all purpose cleaner or vinegar and water! Wrap an old rag on the bottom and you are helping save money, and the environment!
Sunday, December 25, 2011
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
The Wonderful World of Hardwood Flooring
In 2008 my husband and I purchased our first home. We feel so blessed! It is an adorable two bedroom, one bedroom house, built in the year of 1936. It is quite small as it is just a little over 1000 square feet. The thing I love most about the house is the hardwood floors! We have them in every room besides the kitchen and bathroom. Owning a home with hardwood floors was the number one requirement on our home shopping list for so many reasons. Here are just a few reasons why I love hardwood floors so much:
They are so easy to clean! I have three dogs - yes, three dogs that live inside our home. We love the puppies like children; however, they are very hairy and messy. One of the dogs, the Pug, sheds all over the place all the time. I will often see hair ball tumble weeds blowing by. It is very easy to take a Swiffer Sweeper to the floors and pick up all that dog hair. Swiffer also makes the Wet Jet systems which are wonderful when caring for hardwood floors. Swiffer Wet Jets are basically mops, however you no longer need that dreaded bucket of dirty water. They are battery operated and spray cleanser over the floors as you mop. All you have to do is simply change the pads after cleaning.
Another great thing I love about hardwood floors is the ease of when I entertain or throw parties. Last week I threw a "wine tasting party" and we all had a lot of fun. Too much fun, perhaps. Some people got a little carried away and spilt burgundy wine on the floors. This could have been a disaster if we had carpet; however, since we have hardwood floors it was simple to clean up! Just a towel and a quick wipe.
Hardwood floors also look so classy. I get so many compliments on our floors and have even converted some friends to owning hardwood floors. My sister is currently in the process of purchasing new flooring for her home after experiencing them in my home.
A couple tips to owning hardwood flooring: never wear high heels on them. I love fancy shows and will wear them on almost a daily basis. I have noticed where I stand in front of my full length mirror there are several, possibly hundreds of tiny dents in the floor. My husband and I plan to check to get our floors re-finished because of this.
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Wednesday, December 7, 2011
New Homeowner? Ten Must-Haves For the Home
The move from renter to home owner is one that comes with lot of excitement and new responsibilities. No longer will a landlord help you with maintenance and lawn care, but now the experts at Home Depot and Hammacher Schlemmer are here to help. There are many new items that you simply must have in order to keep your new home maintained and looking good. Here is a list of the top ten items you really should have on move in day.
Lawnmower- Perhaps the largest change you'll make in moving from apartment to a home is the new necessity to mow your own lawn. You'll want to consider push and riding mowers as well as gas powered and newer electric models. The size of your lawn should be taken into consideration. Weed Eater- Apart from simply mowing the bulk of the grass, you'll also be needing something to do the edging and fine tuning of lawn and gardening maintenance. An electric powered weed eater is light weight and can recharge itself when not in use. Vacuum- This is one of many items you'll likely already own, but if you don't you'll certainly need to invest in a vacuum cleaner. Most models on the market now can handle hard surface as well as carpeting. You'll want to consider the size of your cleaning closet before purchasing a large cleaner. Mop- Considering a new age mop like the Swiffer can save you space and time. A wet jet mop allows you to sweep and mop at the same time and can make cleaning much quicker. New Locks- Although you will get keys to your home at the closing table, there is no way to guarantee who may have duplicates from the previous owners. Having new locks on hand makes for a quick transition and gives you a secure feeling. A digital keypad is also worth considering since you'll never lock yourself out. Basic Tool Set- Things like a hammer, a Phillips and Flathead screwdriver, pliers and a wrench or two should be at hand. These basic household tools will be needed for many of the initial projects you'll be doing as you move in and get comfortable. Drill- For the same reasons as needing a basic household tool set, having a drill on hand will make the basic necessities of home ownership easier. Household Cleaners- Things such as bleach, window and surface cleaner, carpet powder and vinegar are good items to have on hand. It is smart to do a deep cleaning before you start unpacking as you'll have access to more surfaces now than you ever will. Paint Supplies-Many people decide to paint their home as they move in. It's a good idea to have basic colors, rollers, brushes and trays on hand to save time out shopping. Light Bulbs- Avoid being left in the dark. Having extra light bulbs on hand on move in day ensures that you'll be able to put the light bulbs in and have light for late night unpacking.
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