It’s that time of year again, New Jersey residents! The snow and frost has cleared, the sun is blazing merrily in the sky, and the temperature is finally rising to flip flop-friendly digits. But with the warm weather, ironically, comes the need to cool down. And what better way to do that than with your … Read more
Groceries can get expensive, so when many people bring their food home, their first concern is keeping the food fresh as long as possible to save on cost and waste. This sometimes means stocking the fridge with products that don’t necessarily need to be refrigerated! In fact, certain items shouldn’t be refrigerated, and keeping them … Read more
Many cleaning supplies, including window cleaners and laundry detergents, are created using harmful toxic chemicals; chemicals that, in the long run, aren’t generally healthy or safe for you or the environment. Products containing ammonia, bleach, harmful acids, and artificial fragrances might seem like they’re giving your house a deep clean, but in reality these products are … Read more
Your favorite white t-shirt comes out pink. You find mystery oil stains on your pants. And, to ice the cake, your favorite bright, colorful top has faded into oblivion. So, what went wrong? Chances are, through some minor mis-education during the domestication process, or perhaps a bit of laziness (hey, no judgment!), you didn’t do … Read more
While rec rooms are bound to get messy, and mud rooms are inherently designed to get dirty, the laundry room is where things go to get clean – so it’s an ironic wonder that so many laundry rooms are in such a state of dishevelment. Sticky detergent spills! Whites and colors tangled together! Cracked bleach bottles … Read more
Springtime is finally here, and what better way to celebrate than with a little spring cleaning? There’s no better time to reorganize and refresh your home than the dawn of spring. After all, spring is all about refreshing and restarting. Below you’ll find some quick and easy (and some eco-friendly) tips for cleaning and freshening up your appliances just … Read more
Appliances often fail because they are unintentionally overused or misused by the owner. It is advised the homeowners check with the operating manuals that come with their appliances to learn the needs and proper usage for each individual unit to ensure a long-lasting, efficient machine. Sometimes, though, there’s just too much text to sift through! … Read more
Believe it or not, each year over 15,000 house fires started by built-up dryer lint ravage homes in the US, resulting in millions of dollars worth of property damage. It is estimated that over 20 fire-caused deaths a year are from these unfortunate and unnecessary dryer hazards. Don’t put you, your home, and your family … Read more
We’ve all been there: You get home from the supermarket after spending hours wandering down aisles, shelling out your hard-earned cash on boxes of cereal and cans of soup, and counting down the minutes until you’re able to melt into the cushions on your couch. So you pull into your driveway and after unloading 10, … Read more
As the leaves start to turn and the breeze starts to cool here in New Jersey, it’s clear that sweater season is just around the corner. But with the fall and winter months, it’s important to remember that you’re not the only one who needs to prepare and bundle up for the cold… Your house … Read more