Housecleaning: Tips and Tricks for Managing Daily Chores
The phrase, “It’s a dirty job but somebody’s got to do it,” is perfectly suited to housecleaning. But housework doesn’t have to be a (completely) dirty job—and you may not even be the one who has to do it. Use this Housecleaning Web Guide to uncover hints on getting your home clean and keeping it that way. You’ll also get tips on how to find someone to clean your home for you.
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Household Cleaning Products
In addition to a little elbow grease, you'll need some household cleaning products and supplies to get started. For help choosing the right cleansers or for instructions on making your own, use the Web sites recommended below.
Insights for Household Cleaning Products
- Proper storage of cleaning products is essential for keeping young children and pets safe at home. In the event of an emergency, however, keep the contact information for Poison Control in an easily accessible location.
- Using green cleaning products is one way to lessen your ecological footprint. See the findingDulcinea Green Living Web Guide to access additional resources about environmentally-friendly living.
- For more help learning about or making organic housekeeping products, read “Organic Housekeeping.”
Top Sites for Household Cleaning Products
For conventional cleaning products …
The Soap and Detergent Association
explains what types of soaps and cleaning products are in the marketplace and where each product is best used.
San Francisco Chronicle
offers cleaning product recommendations from a professional housekeeper, as well as tips for saving time while you clean.
For green cleaning …
National Geographic
offers a "Green Guide" with recommendations for several green housecleaning supplies.
Care2.com
explains the essential components of a non-toxic cleaning kit and provides recipes for making the products included in the kit.
How to Keep Your House Clean
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Housecleaning Services
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