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• Chores

  An Easy Chore Schedule

  Don't keep your family (or yourself) in the dark about what needs to be done today.
• Garbage Disposal

  An Easy, Greener Way To Recycle Food Waste?

  Disposers may offer more than just convenience. In several respects, they’re an environmentally responsible alternative to putting food waste in a landfill.
• Dust

  Answering That Age-old Lament: Where Does All This Dust Come From?

  Most indoor household dust that collects on furniture and floors actually comes from outdoors, a new study finds.
• Antibacterial

  Antibacterial Soap - Does it Really Help?

  Gleaning the facts amid the controversy.
• Organizing Strategies

  Are You Pretty Neat? Exploring the Benefits of Imperfect Organization

  It's time for a new standard of organization: an imperfect one.
• Carpet Cleaning

  Are You Using Seal-of-Approval Products?

  The CRI Seal of Approval program identifies effective carpet cleaning solutions and equipment. Only the best pass the test.
• Killing Germs

  Are You Winning the Battle with Biofilm?

  Scientists are finding germs are apparently smarter, tougher and more organized than anyone ever imagined.
• Asbestos

  Asbestos in the Home

  Your health deserves a basic understanding of where asbestos can be found and what you should do if your home has it.
• Organizing Strategies

  Asking Hard Questions Clears the Clutter

  Getting organized is all about what to keep, what to let go of and how to store the rest.
• Asthma And Allergies

  Asthma-Easing Checklist

  Clearing your home of asthma triggers.
• Disinfecting

  ATL Tests Homemade Disinfectant

  Do homemade green cleaners disinfect? Antimicrobial Test Labs (ATL) puts one recipe to the test.
• Laundry

  Attacking the Laundry Monster ... and Living to Tell About It

  Create a laundry system to tame this frequent task.
• Safety

  Avoid Shocking Experiences — Electrical Safety at Home

  Keep electrical cleaning appliances from becoming hazardous.
• Asthma And Allergies

  Back-To-School Asthma Alert

  The American Lung Association provides resources to counter peak asthma rates in back-to-school months of September and October.
• Asthma And Allergies

  Bacteria in Household Dust May Trigger Asthma Symptoms

  Why you should remove dust not inhale it.
• Food Safety

  Barbecue and Food Safety

  Cooking outdoors was once only a summer activity shared with family and friends. Now more than half of Americans say they are cooking outdoors year round. So whether the snow is blowing or the sun is shining brightly, it’s important to follow food safety guidelines to prevent harmful bacteria from multiplying and causing foodborne illness.
• Bathroom

  Bathroom Germs and What to Do About Them

  Here's how to keep a safer bathroom.
• Smoke Alarms

  Be a Detector Detective

  Tips for keeping smoke and CO detectors on active duty.
• Recycling

  Be Green and Healthy - At Home And Away

  Finding ways to be more energy efficient and eco-positive isn’t just good for the environment — it can be good for your home, your family and your bottom line.
• Carpet Cleaning

  Be Proactive in Carpet Care

  Your carpet installation is a significant investment, both in monetary terms and overall home image. It is important to implement a maintenance program from the beginning.

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