Cobwebs have a way of appearing overnight. You wipe down a corner, feel good about it, and a week later there’s a fresh little canopy stretched across the same spot. If you’ve ever wondered why they keep coming back and what actually keeps them away, here are the tricks we’ve picked up over the years. […]
Hypochlorous Acid
Every so often a cleaning ingredient gets popular and suddenly it’s everywhere. Right now that ingredient is hypochlorous acid, usually written as HOCl. You’ll see it in skincare, pet sprays, produce washes, and in little countertop machines that promise to make it for you. So what is it really, and is it worth your time? […]
Holiday Traditions: Start One or Keep It Going
12 Books of ChristmasBuy and wrap 12 short stories or children’s books. Start opening them and read them at bedtime each night leading up to Christmas. Elf on a ShelfIf you haven’t already heard of this Christmas tradition that has taken the world by storm, you can check out some of these very creative Christmas […]
Virtual Cookie Exchange
As the holidays approach, you’re probably looking for a creative party theme. If you’ve never attended a cookie exchange, it is a great twist to the traditional holiday party. Here is how it works: Each guest brings enough cookies and copies of the recipe to share with the entire group. As they come in, their […]
Q & A: Winterizing Your Home
Why is it important to winterize my home? You invest money and time into making your home the perfect place for you and your family. If you don’t take the time to properly winterize your home, you are risking damage to one of your most valuable assets. How does winterizing my home help me? Winterizing […]