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SDA Survey: Wipes Increasingly Work Their Way Around the House
Wipe Usage is on the Rise Countrywide – 71% Say They Use Wipes.
Stain Removal Made Easier
Understanding spot ‘make-up’ is key to removal.
Carpet and Rug Institute Earns ANSI Certification For Its Green Carpet Testing Programs
The Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI) is the first organization within the soft floor covering sector to earn accreditation as a certification body for indoor air quality by the American National Standard Institute (ANSI).
Housekeeping Shortcuts from the IEHA
The tireless professionals at the IEHA have a few tricks up their sleeves for accomplishing the most work in the shortest amount of time. Here are just a few that can help you keep your home looking like a showcase.
Clean Coils Improve Energy Efficiency
HVAC coils should be cleaned at regular intervals for optimum efficiency.
New Enzyme Alternative to Bleach - Keeping Whites Whiter Naturally
Anyone who has washed or worn white clothes knows that white shirts stop looking white after a few washes and start to turn a shade of gray. A new laundry-detergent enzyme helps prevent this from happening, without the use of bleach.
Carpet Cleaning
What is a Hot Water Extraction ("Steam") Cleaning Method?
"Live steam" is not employed in this cleaning method, only warm or hot water.
Happiness is . . . Shiny Floors and Tidy Toilets?
SDA reveals results of Clean Surface Satisfaction Survey.
Green Disinfection - Is It Possible?
The EPA does not permit green certification of disinfectants by organizations such as Green Seal, so when disinfection is necessary and a “green” approach is desired, consider the following...
Cleanliness is Next to Disinfection
While cleanliness may be next to godliness, it’s also very closely related to disinfection.
Carpet Cleaning
What is the Standard Drying Time When Carpet is Cleaned?
Just-cleaned carpet should dry within six to eight hours or less, and should never stay damp more than 24 hours, or microbial growth and odor may occur.
The Five Golden Rules of Food Safety
Prepare food safely and lessen the risk of illness from food-borne pathogens.
Caring for Wood, Silver, Copper and Brass Antiques
Secrets to preserving those antiques, heirlooms and collectibles.
Organizing Strategies
The Priority Principle
Figure out your true priorities and use them as a catalyst for getting organized.
Organizing Strategies
The Process Principle
True organizing is a discovery process.
Organizing Strategies
The Pain Principle
You are going to have to confront an unpopular fact: organizing can be painful.
Organizing Strategies
The Preparation Principle
Preparation is one facet of living in order.
Organizing Strategies
The Pruning Principle
Something about eliminating useless stuff just feels right.
Organizing Strategies
The Possibility Principle
By getting organized, you can free up “bandwidth” in your life to pursue the possibilities.
Getting Organized for Good
Principles you can apply in your organizing journey to achieve lasting change.