Believe it or not, it doesn’t cost a lot of money to be “green”. In fact you could save money. Here’s 15 money saving ways to preserve the environment, in no particular order*. Choose reusable shopping bags instead of plastic. I’ve gotten so many of these…
People and fabrics create 90% of the dust in your home. Dust triggers allergies. Why? Because dust mites are living in the dust of your pillows, bed covers, mattresses, upholstered furniture, drapery, carpeting and even clothing, (500 dust mites can live in just 1/2 teaspoonful of dust). YUCK! You…
Yippee! It’s finally spring! Just the other day, when the weather was a bit warm, I started going through my closet. To save space and help me see exactly what I have in my closet each season, I store my out of season clothing in…
Do you feel using eco-friendly appliances and materials in your kitchen is important? If so, you are among 49% of homeowners according to the Houzz Kitchen Trends 2013 Study. If you are considering a kitchen renovation and you would like eco-friendly options, follow these tips: For “greener”…
There was a segment on Good Morning America this morning that was a bit troubling to us here at Classic Cleaners. It was titled “Dry Cleaners’ Dirtiest Secrets“. Being that it’s the media’s job to awe and shock, the correspondent promised to reveal “what you…
It’s wonderful that individuals and companies are using the word “green” to describe their practices but what exactly does “green” mean? And what about “organic”, “natural”, “Eco-friendly”, etc.? Here’s a cheat sheet on what these “green” terms mean. There are other words for “going green”…
If you’re lucky enough to have the time to plan out when you’d like to purchase a new household appliance, you can find great deals by shopping a specific time of the year. According to moneycrashers.com, there are certain times of the year that are…
We’ve created a few videos and blogs about how to clean, press and preserve your dress after the wedding to ensure it stays “like new” for decades after the wedding. But what about before the wedding? It’s possible you’ve found the perfect dress a year…
Did you know wool is considered a luxury fiber? Some “wool” garments are made with synthetic substitutions, and they are still great products, but most wool garments are not “cheap”. It’s an investment piece and therefore should be treated with care when cleaning and storing.…
Have you browsed through a magazine and noticed that even in the “candid” shots of “celebrities” walking down the street, they look amazing in their clothing? Are they wearing very expensive plain white t-shirts and jeans designed to fit perfectly, or are their bodies just that awesome? What about all…