The last couple of weeks have brought challenging weather to our local community. Now that it’s warming up briefly and snow is melting, you can see the dirt and debris left behind on the streets, sidewalks, and (most likely) your garage floor. Chances are great…
At the many family dinners, festive parties, and neighborhood open houses this holiday season, you want your table to look perfect. Many linens are special, especially when they are gifts or heirlooms handed down from generation to generation. But unfortunately, even on holidays, people have…
Luckily we had a mild winter but lately, it looks like it’s going to be a wet spring. Rain and humidity can wreck havoc on your household and garments in basements, storage rooms and closets if they are dark with little air flow. Mold can…
As the outdoor temperatures start to cool, if you are one who enjoys opening the windows to let the cool air into your home, you may also notice all the dust lingering on your surfaces. It doesn’t take long to grab a cloth and quickly…
Have you been cleaning out closets lately and wondering what to do with all your old electronics and their equipment? Don’t throw those items in to the trash for them to end up in a landfill. RecycleForce is a local business located at 1125 Brookside Avenue…
In the Indianapolis area this past week, we’ve had a lot of wind and rain. If your garage and front stoop look anything like mine, chances are falling leaves, rain/snow and even salt have been tracked into the home. On top of the changing weather,…
Hardwood floors are a desirable and extremely common floor choice for homes because of their durability and ease to keep clean. However, area rugs add color, warmth and set the space. As the centerpiece of any room, especially the living room, your area rug gets…
Your area rugs are a large investment. To keep them looking like new, follow these tips. Prevent dirt and grime from getting on the carpet in the first place. Take off your shoes before entering your house and change your air filters in your heating and…
Lighten your load and pass along this guide for doing the laundry to your High School and College kids living at home with you. You may enjoy the refresher as well. 1. Check all care labels. Separate out items that need to be hand washed or…
Do you often wonder how long you can keep a bed pillow? Changing the pillowcases regularly isn’t enough to keep them clean and supportive forever. Some sleep experts suggest replacing a pillow every few years but it’s really up to you. If you’re not sure if…