I would never claim to be a cleaning pro…even though my nana came about as close as anyone I’ve ever known. But folks who clean for a living know some secrets that we mere mortals don’t. Here are some spring cleaning tips from the pros that we can put to use in our own homes.This …
Housekeeping
8 Benefits Of Spring Cleaning
Whether you live in a single-family home or an apartment, spring cleaning is the perfect time to get things straightened up, cleaned out, and freshened up. And while cleaning may not rank at the top of your list of fun things to do, there are benefits of spring cleaning that you may not have thought …
Tips To Get Your Family Room Organized
Family rooms…a lot of living goes on in these rooms. We watch TV, play games, hang out…these rooms have LOTS going on in them. And for those reasons, it’s especially important that we keep the family room tidy and organized. Now, I know you’ve already heard the advice that you need separate boxes for items …
How To Spruce Up The Formal Living Room
If you’re lucky enough to have a formal living room then it’s likely you want to keep this room looking good and ready for company…and not dread having to answer the doorbell and invite someone inside. The formal living room tends to fall into one of two camps: super neat (because no one goes in …
How To Organize The Entryway Closet
Last week we discussed how to bring order to the drop zone. This week it’s time to organize our entryway closet. It’s easy for this area to turn into a humongous mess – but it doesn’t have to. This post may contain affiliate links. Please see my full disclosure policy for details. Typical problems with …
Tips To Help Declutter The Drop Zone
We’ve all got one. The place in our house where things just get dropped…and seem to remain indefinitely. This drop zone doesn’t have to remain a cluttered mess. A few tips will help you get the drop zone decluttered, straightened up, and prevent clutter from returning. This post may contain affiliate links. Please see my …






