Are vacuum/mops really worth the hype? Bissell CrossWave review

Bissell CrossWave Review

This is NOT a sponsored post.  I purchased the Bissell CrossWave myself after reviewing customer comments on the Bissell site and Amazon.ca.  I’m sharing this article in case you are on the fence about the effectiveness of vacuum/mops for your home. If you follow the blog, or even just glance at my homepage, you’re going […]

How to deep-clean area rugs like the professionals

How to deep-clean area rugs

If you have rugs and pets, kids, or feet – then you likely have dirt and stains.  Today I’ll show you how to deep-clean area rugs like the professionals (without the professional price tag). Did you know I’m a foster mom?  Perhaps not as noble as a foster parent to children, but an equally necessary […]

What is the best thing to clean stainless steel?

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To rate something as the “best thing” to clean stainless steel – or anything for that matter – it has to be effective, inexpensive, multi-purpose, easy-to-use and ideally non-toxic/environmentally friendly.  I’m happy to report I’ve found it! I’m popping in with a short post today – a continuation of yesterday’s post on cleaning stains from […]

A DIYer’s trick for cleaning your shower

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If you can shortcut on cleaning your shower, but still get a thorough and deep clean, you totally would right?  Well cleaning my shower is one of my least favourite tasks, so today I’m sharing a DIYer’s trick for cleaning your shower. I don’t like cleaning my shower. In fact, it’s on my list of […]

Can you clean brass with ketchup?

cleaning brass with ketchup

Have you ever wondered if ketchup can really clean brass?  Today we’re attempting to clean brass with ketchup, and how it compares to store-bought cleaners. Have you ever wondered if ketchup can really clean brass?  I’ve read dozens of articles and each seems to offer a different bit of advice; use ketchup for 1 hour, […]