http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/home-cleaning-blog.html Ms. Clean Jeans' Clean-Organized Family Home Blog keeps you up-to-date with all the additions and changes to the MCJ Clean-Organized-Family-Home.com Web site. Subscribe here. en-us home cleaning Thu, 23 May 2013 13:14:43 -0400 Thu, 23 May 2013 13:14:43 -0400 clean-organized-family-home.com http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/laundry-homemade-solutions.html4183dd8a507eb692468138f3c1aeed2c6 Homemade Laundry Stain Solutions. Try these techniques and homemade stain solutions next time the kids show up with a splattered sweatshirt. Or dress. Or jeans. Or... Thu, 23 May 2013 13:14:33 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/laundry-essentials.html2546a094f81393a5143eba46734da05dWhether your laundry area is big, small, or somewhere in between, you'll want to include these 9 items to ensure your clothes get clean as quickly and effortlessly as possible. Thu, 23 May 2013 13:09:34 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/laundry-detergent.html9d92bb582892161bb58d934ef8b92848Laundry Detergent - Liquid vs. Powder. Which is best for your family? The Case For Liquids. Liquid detergent is especially effective on food and greasy or oily soils. Thu, 23 May 2013 12:49:21 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/laundry-common-stains.htmlec27c6ef89c28a1845a06c344ce7145d9 Laundry Tips for Common Stains. It's Murphy's Law. If something can spill, drip, ooze, or run, it will do so all over your child's lucky shirt. Here's how to remove 9 common stains. Wed, 22 May 2013 22:20:06 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/laundry-chores-by-age.htmlf0772c16c5c167c413b6697b93aa4989Laundry Chores for Kids. Here are the wash-day chores and the ages by which most kids are able to do them. Wed, 22 May 2013 21:59:57 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/laundry-10-steps.html9127d81716eb583fa12749811c58136bLaundry 101: Top 10 tips to help you wash at home like a pro. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:37:23 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/laminate-floor-tips.htmlad0089bbc8873a2ad06907a2e149630aLaminate Floor Care and Cleaning Tips. This flooring, commonly known by the brand name Pergo, looks like regular wood but is more durable. Here's how to care for and clean them. Wed, 22 May 2013 15:09:22 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/kitchens-cozy.html082fbfb852414d8eba810779d5f4f40aYou can add character and style to your kitchen by simply using treasures you probably already have in your home. Consider repositioning accessories in a way that brings everything into focus. Wed, 22 May 2013 15:00:21 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/kitchen.html711bc8b0d5cfdfd2e15f3050cb03179dThe kitchen is the rom where everyone congregates. That's one of the reasons it's the messiest rooms in the house. Here's how to get it organized. Wed, 22 May 2013 14:39:54 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/kitchen-study-hall.htmlf41558fa305899ac8060ca65bd806af3How to create a study area in the kitchen for kids to do homework. Wed, 22 May 2013 14:30:28 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/kitchen-safety.html5853446d9c9ec90f48d45b669dfada05Keep kitchen food germs and bacteria in check by following these four simple guidelines for safely storing, cooking, and and serving meals. Tue, 21 May 2013 23:24:53 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/kitchen-pet-feeding-center.html26af8edc52550d9753019ee80aa1905fCreate a Kitchen Pet Feeding Center. Hey! You're not the only one chowing down in here. How can you and the pets peacefully coexisit? Easy if you organize separate, defined areas for each. Tue, 21 May 2013 22:56:54 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/kitchen-organize.html3a83a2f965fcba3879dece75c8fb2f02To get the most out of your kitchen, start by considering all the activities your family does there, and organizing the space to make room for those activities. Here's how to get organized. Tue, 21 May 2013 20:27:35 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/kitchen-holiday-organize.htmla008e5938f217bdb7a515c37fe0f502eHoliday Kitchen Survival Tips. Give yourself an early present and reorganize your cooking areas so that they're fully functional and ready for holiday cooking and baking. Tue, 21 May 2013 20:11:23 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/kitchen-food-storage-center.html8cfd7f7009139d8767e14ffcb065ea75Create a Kitchen Food Storage Center. Edibles need to be stored so you can find everything easily. The Pantry. No pantry? No problem. Just assign a few large cabinets... Tue, 21 May 2013 19:59:07 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/kitchen-family-clean.htmle6941bd4504770763a215f4d5037506bThe kitchen is the heart of the home. And all too often its arteries get clogged with kid stuff and parent stuff. 10 rules to keep this busy family room in check. Tue, 21 May 2013 19:53:48 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/kitchen-energy-saving.html66f5b99fe9b02794306739deebbaeb2eKitchen Energy Savings: 5 easy ways to keep the family fed - while lowering your monthly energy nut. 1. Keep range-top reflectors clean. They'll require less energy for cooking. Tue, 21 May 2013 15:46:47 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/kitchen-cooking-center.htmldb92c39a386c6791581976d3ce11688bThe immediate benefit of a kitchen cooking center: Two people can work at once without tripping over each other. Here's how to get this room organized. Tue, 21 May 2013 15:39:18 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/kitchen-coming--home-center.html2bdb9c93fa168873d94b2c6a6600b92fMost kitchen clutter happens as kids come in from school and adults come home from work. Here's how to organize the entryway. Tue, 21 May 2013 14:21:44 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/kitchen-chores.html54d3290983ab63a54b763605286fd42fAt what age can a child set and clear the kitchen table? When can a kid take out the garbage? Here is a guide to what kids can do by age. Tue, 21 May 2013 14:02:28 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/kids-furniture-coexist.htmla9f3232ba493fdd283d564b6391a9888Just because you have kids doesn't mean that you have to live in a hovel until your youngest goes to college. Just choose and position them wisely. Tue, 21 May 2013 13:55:37 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/kids-cleaning.html9adeb39e2c4332cc419cd10636b7bac9Kids and Cleaning: 5 Truths and Consequences. Tue, 21 May 2013 13:46:46 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/kids-chores-yearly-by-age.htmlb5c55c0e7be53159cd5f14a840d01c17How many chores can you reasonably expect kids to help out with at home? Here's a simple guide to yearly chores for children. Tue, 21 May 2013 13:26:13 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/kids-chores-weekly-by-age.html7e378c8c95264192697d378bdbbda31dHow many chores can you reasonably expect kids to help out with weekly at home? Here's a simple guide to weekly chores for children. Tue, 21 May 2013 13:21:58 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/kids-chores-seasonally-by-age.html6ec6926ad9d884e7f6def9601efc7adbHow many chores can you reasonably expect kids to help out with at home? Here's a simple guide to seasonal chores for children. Mon, 20 May 2013 21:02:02 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/kids-chores-monthly-by-age.html5c44c92af535b6c63e80fd536cd1dbebHow many chores can you reasonably expect kids to help out with at home? Here's a simple guide to monthly chores for children. Mon, 20 May 2013 20:57:35 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/kids-chores-living-area.html747dc450a27466de0083a920040b59e9Living Area Chores for Kids by Age. Your living area will be spotless fast once you enlist the children's help. Here's a guide to what tasks they can do at what ages. Mon, 20 May 2013 20:54:08 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/kids-chores-daily-by-age.html552f81dc67ec93ccb82727e18497b626Kids Daily Chores by Age. How much can you reasonably expect a child, given his or her age, to help out with daily? This guide to age-appropriate chores can help. Mon, 20 May 2013 20:49:40 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/june.html586fea3f6b434eb6d159b7e8f8cb71e3June is the perfect time to clean stuffed animals to keep them sanitary as well as cuddly. Some can be laundered. Some you just have to wipe down. Do it when the kids are away. Mon, 20 May 2013 20:05:27 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/july-home-checklist.html567374354cf8c7327c785426eb699407July Home Checklist. Things to do this month in and around your home to keep systems and surfaces clean and running smoothly. Mon, 20 May 2013 20:00:30 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/jewelry-care.html60e6be7adb2ec273e2675522ab5142aeJewelry Care and Cleaning Tips. A diamond is forever - if you take good care of it. Good gems warrant good care. Here's how to keep your precious pieces sparkling. Mon, 20 May 2013 19:53:31 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/intruders.htmld163f98c7398e4e9a25eafe68ec4c7fcIntruders: 8 Steps to Securing Your Home. You probably worry most about thieves at night. But weekday mornings are actually prime time for burglaries Here's how to keep your home safe.. Mon, 20 May 2013 19:29:02 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/hurricane-tornado.html3161e774fab38e117821eb89fd1f4212Hurricane and Tornado: 5 Safety Tips. 1 To protect your windows, create storm shutters from precut sheets of 3/4-inch (2cm) plywood. Make sure they fit snugly. Mon, 20 May 2013 19:19:20 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/houseplants.htmlf16b061f78e1e90c42eabe8a633fbc436 Houseplants You Can't Kill. 1 Asparagus fern. Even if its soil is dry, this relative of the edible stalk won't die. 2 Cast-iron plant. Vacation plans? This plant will be healthy upon your return. Mon, 20 May 2013 19:09:50 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/houseplants-healthy.html0c43ad5d3e40e38c037a5fc929d1a8cbHealthy Houseplants: 8 Rules. They provide beauty, serenity, even oxygen as they go about their daily growth. 8 rules to keep them healthy and vibrant. Mon, 20 May 2013 17:56:41 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/housecleaner.htmla0068311a9b3afb946a031eb1962eb20Hiring a Housecleaner: 3 tips to ensure you don't get taken to the cleaners by a company with a spotty track record. Mon, 20 May 2013 17:52:03 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/homework-9-rules-for-success.htmld8c25407c72ebdd4c476976940c501dbHomework: 9 Rules for Success. Conquer your child's understandable aversion to more school work by putting these after-school study hall rules into play. Mon, 20 May 2013 17:48:22 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/home-maintenance-10tips.html787996f592e90f846a4bc11eaff0335c8 Essential Home Maintenance Tips. If you overlook the upkeep, the pound of cure can set you back hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars. 10 tips to keeping your systems running smoothly. Mon, 20 May 2013 16:57:10 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/home-checklist-september.htmlc13870eedec6456c92fabc2f02357d0bSeptember Home Checklist. 10 essential tasks you'll want to tackle this month to keep your systems and surfaces clean and running like clockwork. Mon, 20 May 2013 16:39:05 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/home-checklist-november-cleaning.html4e9e79b84dfc4cf54b0226274e46a69bNovember Home Checklist. 10 essential tasks to complete this month to keep your surfaces clean and systems running smoothly. Mon, 20 May 2013 16:29:46 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/home-checklist-march.html989db20ee8be713feadc532cc6ce2399March Home Checklist. The 10 essential tasks to do now to keep your systems running smoothly and your surfaces clean. Mon, 20 May 2013 16:10:06 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/home-checklist-january.html3529d5e6563282e94d8a4168591bbb96January Home Checklist. 10 things to do this month to keep systems and surfaces clean and running smoothly. Mon, 20 May 2013 16:02:37 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/home-checklist-february.html17b6c380553ea72bb92096d4d8be5121February Home Checklist. 9 essential tasks to tackle this month to keep surfaces and systems running smoothly. Mon, 20 May 2013 15:55:56 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/home-checklist-december.html8fd95da0b91468aa455c7c5562087af3December Home Checklist. 10 things to do this month to keep systems and surfaces running smoothly. Mon, 20 May 2013 15:50:27 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/home-checklist-april.htmlfa590cd43cd9ef37b745caaf54724a87April Home Checklist. 10 Essential tasks to tackle this month to keep surfaces and systems running smoothly. Mon, 20 May 2013 15:42:59 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/home-budget.html4ce0471e0795fb7212f264729d40ff5dHome Budget: 21 Ways to Save. Keeping your household up and running can cost a bundle. Here are 21 ways to reduce your household deficit. Mon, 20 May 2013 15:29:41 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/holiday-decorating.htmlc5f66546e97e25e77f6f03c10c5a4e24Holiday Decorating: 8 Ways to Get Your Home Decked. 'Tis the season for sparkling elegance and festive decor. Elegance - with a 3-year-old? Yes, as a matter of fact, it can be done. Sun, 19 May 2013 21:28:51 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/holiday-cleaning.htmlca70b1063f81b88884e7126e1bf849a05 Holiday Cleaning Tips for the Host. Got guests coming over for Thanksgiving dinner? Don't wait till they RSVP before getting your home clean and prepared for the onslaught. Sun, 19 May 2013 21:00:51 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/guest-bath.htmlcd16d688f862d96db6ee5e305075b0ccHere are the essential items to stock in the guest bathroom so she feels welcome in your home. These include: Shower gels, salts, and bubbles for the tub. Sun, 19 May 2013 18:05:48 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/grill-fire-up.htmlc3badd235259673e77a45ab64f630f9eThe Grill Drill: Before you light that match or turn on the gas, stop and think. That cooker has been sitting out in the yard for six or seven months accumulating dirt, insects, and rust. Sun, 19 May 2013 17:48:52 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/grill-clean.html2774772291752a8a210cd5c68c280764Come Memorial Day, Americans light up - their grills, that is. That cooker has been sitting out in the yard for six or seven months accumulating dirt, insects, and rust. Sun, 19 May 2013 17:43:41 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/grease.html7422a99f1479629bca249f69cdd049b0Removing Grease Stains from Clothes: If this type of stain was a part of your culinary experience, treat the clothing item like a sinkful of dishes: start with a few squirts of dish-washing liquid. Sun, 19 May 2013 15:04:16 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/grandparent.html1050252e51594064956b8f94fcbbe26cTips for Grandparent and Multi-Generational Parties. Okay, you know how to entertain people your own age, but what about their Mom who travels with a walker? Sun, 19 May 2013 14:51:49 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/gardening-games-kids.htmlf9c9f58d580967c6a4d86a81ff37c948With gardening come routine jobs that are fun at first, but they might get a bit boring for kids with time. Our challenge is to keep that interest level high through games. Here are 7 of my favorites: Sun, 19 May 2013 13:43:23 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/garden-tools.html020212922f35e054fcb50577a2d9e717Garden Tools: 9 Essentials. You'll need a few tools to get started and keep growing along with the plants. Here are the 9 essentials: Sun, 19 May 2013 00:59:15 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/garden-kids-container.html7277b6ad0b50b7b6b01b88f0d4372a3fWhat's not to love about about container gardening for kids? Anything can be a container for your kids' planting adventure, from old athletic shoes to plastic soda bottles cut in half and painted. Sun, 19 May 2013 00:15:05 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/garden-bugs-good.html0e0f0f99695cdee3d22f5df15717440aGood Garden Bugs: The 10 Most Wanted. These are the good bugs you and your family want to have flitting around your backyard.. Sat, 18 May 2013 20:07:19 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/garbage-disposal-maintain.html443a613c20fd877b5ec6855546e67318Yes, you do have to maintain your garbage disposal. If you want it to keep doing its job for you and your family daily, that is. Some easy tips to keep it grinding smoothly. Sat, 18 May 2013 16:15:48 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/garage-storage.html9acb2274a19c22f2de71f84e29354b8f3 Essential Garage Storage Zones. Not all storage is created equal. Some need to be accessible at all times; otherss we see once a decade. Sat, 18 May 2013 15:54:40 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/garage-space.htmlcc141644966871d5540049c412df849eThe first challenge of storage in the garage is that this room is usually not exactly furnished. You'll need storage "furniture" to make this room work. Here are some simple storage ideas. Sat, 18 May 2013 15:43:44 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/garage-organize.html383ad4deb8424d755042c3f28167dcdeHow to Organize the Garage. You'll probably need a combination of storage systems to meet all your family's needs. These simple systems will help you find what you need when you need it. Fri, 17 May 2013 16:52:00 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/garage-no-nos.html7b73c1e437aad1cbdb0d53b18536688dThe garage is a great place to store stuff - but some items don't belong here. Things like clothing or bedding. Here's a full list of no-nos when it comes to storing stuff here. Fri, 17 May 2013 15:57:52 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/garage-cleaning.htmld2a5983a40b4b55f23ef8de2d9cf05acGarage Cleaning with Kids. An age-specific chore list for kids to help buff this busy, dirty area. Fri, 17 May 2013 15:51:08 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/garage-chores.html4a887ee15f567454d71f306fe79515a6A guide to garage cleaning with kids, what chores need to be done and which your child can help with depending on his or her age. Fri, 17 May 2013 15:45:33 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/frozen-food-safety.html7c5942024d0af1d0b277e8d4768fe054Frozen Food Safety Tips. Be sure to properly package steak, fish, and chicken if you plan to ice them. Skip this step, and you might make someone sick. These safety tips can help. Thu, 16 May 2013 15:56:48 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/fridge-smells.html281d76c324a011da77c5566ff40858b6How to Remove Fridge Smells. If last week's crab feast was forgotten on a back shelf (ewww), these odor-removal tips can chill whatever ails the air inside your appliance. Thu, 16 May 2013 15:01:54 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/food-safety.htmlbc30b939b1422264cc6135cbc0e5b3625 Food Safety Tips. Take care when handling raw meat, fish or poultry and you can prevent most germs from multiplying to levels that can make your family ill. 5 essential safety tips. Wed, 15 May 2013 17:22:52 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/food-labels.htmlb006e7b35d37930cf7d9c9196cd54ab4What does the "sell by" date on food really mean? How long is it good after that date? Why doesn't the butter have one? Here's help for deciphering the labels. Wed, 15 May 2013 16:50:36 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/food-how-long-it-lasts.html45e1b97ee43de7d55b76b77d2b2ca310You know when the food in your fridge has turned: The lettuce is more brown than green. But what about other items? This guide to how long items last after opened can help keep your family safe. Wed, 15 May 2013 16:35:37 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/flu.html32387de9952fc1b270c4645978b282cc10 flu cleaning tips. 1 Wash your hands. And make your kids wash their hands. A lot. Avoid anti-bacterial soaps - they can cause more viruses in the long run. Tue, 14 May 2013 20:48:41 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/floors.htmla0d882c0d0baf3beed7fedcf12073be3Floors offer up a potluck of dirt, grunge and grime. Keeping them clean requires a surface-specific plan. Tue, 14 May 2013 17:41:48 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/floods.html2f30f589736d09ce63770df60cc48ac9Preparing for floods is key to your home, family and pets surviving it. These tips will help you get prepared at home. Tue, 14 May 2013 17:29:27 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/fleas.htmled30b84955496d94d8fcd3623f51ee95You’ve got cats or dogs, and now you’ve got fleas. You’ve got kids, too. Here are 6 less-toxic ways to get rid of the pests while keeping your family safe. Tue, 14 May 2013 16:41:33 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/fixes.html1d7d22dfce2e36d5e805eeccccf8a2d05 Quick Fixes You Can Do Yourself. These common home problems can often easily be solved - without calling in an expensive repair person. No professional training required. Tue, 14 May 2013 15:32:49 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/fireplace-safety.html007861af927665d59e718d7fe33bf0c512 Fireplace Safety Tips. 'Tis the season to light up the hearth. But before you do, here are 12 tips to keep the home fires burning - safely. Tue, 14 May 2013 15:16:48 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/fireplace-maintenance.html7ab8873d52bf02c1dfbca2e1f9be8bbdIf you haven't given your fireplace a thought - or a cleaning - since last winter, now is the perfect time to get your hearth and home ready for the crackling nights ahead. Tue, 14 May 2013 14:50:16 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/fire-safety.html4bf7c4448bd04bb7e76b042f85947e21What do you need to make a home fire safe? This detailed list of guidelines followed by a safety checklist can help keep your family safe in the event of a blaze in your home. Tue, 14 May 2013 14:29:52 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/family.html098dd1b3aecbffee91271e93810e42e6Family life presents challenges to scheduling, cleaning, and even peaceful co-existence. Just because you have kids doesn't mean you have live in a free-for-all home until the kids are off to college. Mon, 13 May 2013 21:28:32 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/family-parties.html0d06fc4dbff366c58fb306f407a119be7 Tips for Family Fun Parties. Most adult parties are boring for kids. They just don't get what we enjoy about talking to each other over a glass of wine and and nibbling smelly cheese. Mon, 13 May 2013 20:05:37 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/family-meeting.htmle7033c035f97af540279633be38ec344Family Meeting: Let's Get Cleaning! Start by choosing a day and time each week to meet - and stick to it. Next, designate a meeting room. Mon, 13 May 2013 19:57:02 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/family-chores.htmlaeae18c4e85b54479b568f62e47b5d89How many family chores are just right? How much is too much? How many aren't enough to teach responsibility? Here's how to decide. Mon, 13 May 2013 19:48:14 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/family-car-food.html74fa87fe177e08ff9a9156003fe6cc4cFamily Car Dilemma: To Eat or Not to Eat on the Road? It's best if kids don't eat in the car - for the car's interior and our nerves. But real-life schedules aren't always conducive to that rule. Mon, 13 May 2013 19:42:55 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/family-car-chores.html41849b3c1a7617c0c16f5345edcef30bFamily Car Chores for Kids. Get kids helping out with car chores using this simple, age-based chore list. Mon, 13 May 2013 19:38:03 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/family-car-8-commandments.htmlb6d98935e9a4cccc8092aa68e9a86f4c8 Family Car Trip Commandments. We spend much of our lives in the car with our kids - why not make it pleasant (or at the very least not a stressful drive?) Here are 8 rules for the road. Mon, 13 May 2013 19:27:38 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/family-3-successful-strategies.html7aea2d59a494c1b5b37cd287852f05f4Family Cleaning: Motivating Kids. So they don't want to do their chores, do they? Instead of raising your voice, raise the stakes with positive motivators. Here are 3 that you should try at home. Mon, 13 May 2013 17:50:23 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/entryway.html5be38239f02926bf4443b80c2c8c268dEntryway Organizing Tips. Create a user-friendly coming home zone so nothing is misplaced and you'll know where things are when you need then the next day. Mon, 13 May 2013 16:12:46 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/earthquakes.htmlb5de9852099e4622fabef9aeef037084Preparing for Earthquakes at Home. You'll want to ready your home and your family for this natural disaster - no matter where you live. Here are things to do to keep your home safe. Mon, 13 May 2013 15:32:22 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/dogs-medium-maintenance.html9444e121be76eebbc8c2cce1c388f9a7Dogs: A Medium-Maintenance Pet for Kids. Requiring just 15- to 30 minutes daily for care and feeding, canines are a big hit with little ones. Loyalty and love? They give it back in spades. Mon, 13 May 2013 14:58:09 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/disaster-preparedness.html40bd017fc6361c5632c9b90cc981ae3cDisaster Preparedness for Families. Assembling an emergency kit should be a top priority. What to stock for a rainy (or worse) day? Enough supplies for three days without basic services. Mon, 13 May 2013 14:43:29 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/designer.htmlf95f62deeb3dc393f6aa1d9d5ad213ecChoosing an Interior Designer: 4 Tips. It pays - and saves - to be prepared well before your first interview or meeting. These 4 tips will ensure you make the right choice for your project. Mon, 13 May 2013 14:21:06 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/decorative-objects.htmlac7caaf7b0b8b55ab0f7902914543271Looking for a big decorative "oomph" without the usual costs involved? Easy! Simply rearrange what you already have to bring your favorite collections and items back into focus. Mon, 13 May 2013 13:50:51 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/curtains.html8b750513ee13b2820ba4fcaf8eb76a66How to Clean Room Curtains. You'll save money and usually get a better result washing them at home rather than sending them to the cleaners. Mon, 13 May 2013 13:35:20 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/crystal.html5a8376c53cecacab90bc3277cc19bbf2Cleaning Cloudy Crystal. Glass often clouds from the heat of dishwasher combined with lime, calcium, or rust or in the water. Though common, the results don't have to be permanent. Mon, 13 May 2013 13:17:52 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/compost-backyard.html7fc311ab25e0f1cdaae700a93695838dHow to Compost in Your Backyard. The idea is as simple as the execution: Put a few worms in a worm box, feed them table scraps. A couple months later, your organic compound is ready for use. Mon, 13 May 2013 13:02:32 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/common-carpet-stains-tips.htmlee9b0509d0d1500e43b8742e6a3a0b13Common Carpet Stain Tips. Food and beverages are attracted to carpet like magnets. Stains happen. Here are remedies for the stains you're most likely to encounter. Mon, 13 May 2013 12:34:16 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/combs-brushes-clean.html9a5c938278c93e48b8726580f276e03fBrushes and combs should be cleaned weekly not only to keep your hair clean longer, but also to ensure you're not adding lint or fluff to clean hair after washing it. Here's how. Mon, 13 May 2013 01:43:09 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/college-bound-kids.html843136c0bf7b0713f2fb563fa93ab2425 Tips for College Bound Kids. Your high school graduate is leaving home. What should you send her with to remind her of home and help jump start her independent living? Sun, 12 May 2013 22:58:51 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/clutter-control.html8cf7153fceeb79971febb57aa2d246b3Organizing clutter: By pruning away the excess, stowing what's left in logical places, and resolving to keep it from building up again - it's hard not to succeed at the organizing. Sun, 12 May 2013 18:10:59 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/clothing-powdery-stains.htmlb68037ab583f37a9bd5bc5828bfddfa5Powdery Clothing Stain Tips. When a freshly-washed garment emerges from the wash with powdery residue, here are easy remedies to fix it. Sun, 12 May 2013 17:36:57 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/clothes-fabric-care.html5eee8dffef8cb9f3c7adefde3bae87ea4 Essential Tips for Clothes Care. What good is a cashmere sweater after a waiter spills red wine on it? A mildewed leather jacket? They're as good as new with these 4 essential laundry cleaning tips. Sun, 12 May 2013 16:41:24 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/cleaning-products-defined.html4d2706e014a172f9ed0aa452cdbd3ce3Home Cleaning Products Defined. Do you need an all-purpose product and a disinfectant? What's the best way product for removing soapscum? Here's a simple guide. Sun, 12 May 2013 00:22:28 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/cleaning-lamps.htmlb0bd8556d1eecbd2737cfa3b930783daLamps Cleaning Tips Furniture comes and goes, but your light fixtures are (seemingly) forever. Stop neglecting your lights! They need more than an occasional bulb change. Sun, 12 May 2013 00:20:11 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/cleaning-essentials.htmlb0e5077098aa1e6275badd647c78b944Choosing the right home cleaning products can be confusing. Do we need a separate product for each room? For each surface? Here's a guide to essential products for your home and how to choose them. Sat, 11 May 2013 21:18:54 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/clean-sniffle-free-sleep.htmle5dfee71bfbfbe4467dd65dd1c29a574To clean for allergy sufferers, the goal is to reduce the allergens triggering unpleasant symptoms like itchy, watery eyes and a constantly running nose. These 8 tips can help. Sat, 11 May 2013 18:40:08 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/clean-silver.html02951db22d380ee9f5b539ff3db370a7To clean silver and remove tarnish - whether sterling or silverplate - the good news is all silver responds well to the same tarnish removal methods. Sat, 11 May 2013 18:06:36 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/clean-patio-furniture.html9b14e46654fbc8119c3cc2773c22330aKeeping outdoor furniture clean can be a challenge. Whether wicker furniture, wood, aluminum or teak these simple solutions will get your patio looking pristine. Sat, 11 May 2013 16:06:43 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/clean-family-motivating-kids.htmla79c4ef8adc97238fd82b3f2764adcd6Motivating kids to clean. Getting kids and parents on the same page requires either cash or non-cash motivators. Which is best for your family? Here are the basic arguments to help you decide. Sat, 11 May 2013 15:30:08 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/clean-copper.html5e3f492449f7e1c454691699b22de152Cleaning copper is actually easier than you think. These four easy, effective tarnish removal methods use items you probably already have: salt, vinegar or lemon juice, olive oil and ketchup. Sat, 11 May 2013 15:11:21 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/clean-brick.html7cb4c8d8447a1971d00ba36d5177003fHow to clean brick. It's is one of the most lovely design accents a home can have. Yet whether indoor or out, it gets dirty. Really dirty. Here are 3 effective ways to buff brick. Sat, 11 May 2013 02:57:04 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/clean-brass.html50b5119f5cedd36b448b296fe9b769cdFour easy ways to clean tarnished brass, using items you probably already have at home. Plus tips on how to keep tarnish from returning in the future. Sat, 11 May 2013 01:08:43 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/clean-appliances.htmla0302d6f6eda5d750a01ee11c219a22eEasy ways to clean the coffee maker, toaster, waffle iron, toaster oven and the electric can opener. Fri, 10 May 2013 21:36:46 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/clean-10-steps.html68051e5d6f420334a4e34e69bd375a81Your time is nearly maxed out each week with work and family obligations. How can you keep a clean house? These 10 tips can help prioritize your must-do tasks, and those you can skip now and then. Fri, 10 May 2013 20:55:09 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/chores.html9cf14bf0aae1ad1e8b42692939c8e8d6Chores and Kids: How to Divvy Up Housework. A good rule of thumb for determining the number of tasks that can be reasonably expected of a child is her age, divided by two and rounded up when needed. Wed, 8 May 2013 01:23:00 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/childproof-your-home.html5eee2c077851bad444a4f5eea8aa838bThere's a good reason childproofing exists: Kids have a way of finding hazards you never knew were there. Here's how to remedy that in 5 easy steps. Wed, 8 May 2013 00:01:47 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/care-carpet.html83d458b3ac3426d602b3bd37b24c92d4Carpet Care and Cleaning Tips. The pros, the cons, the TLC needed and the cleaning. Tue, 7 May 2013 23:00:13 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/bedroom-redecorating.html64abe71bcbcb39649050bce81ec1986aBedrooms today have built-in problems that can be solved by organizing the room as well as decorating it. The main problem: We do pretty much everything in there. Tue, 7 May 2013 22:16:26 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/bedroom-chores-age.htmlfc3632d508e7aea72f23975228703cfdAge Appropriate Bedroom Chores for Kids. A cleaning checklist with chores for children tailored to their age and cleaning skills level. Tue, 7 May 2013 19:40:38 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/bathroom-vinegar.htmlcff02d5cc90ef1f4ec044fcbda1300f9Bathroom Cleaning With Vinegar. Cleaning tips with vinegar for the most challenging room in your home. Tue, 7 May 2013 19:28:37 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/bathroom-sink-area-organize.html1b3ceb724509d36c881e712af8e10aebBathroom Organizing Tips for Maximizing the Sink Area. The counter space around the sink is prrecious real estate. Here's how to use what you have maximum effect here. Tue, 7 May 2013 19:15:18 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/bathroom-redecorate.html1a7b9c1d4129d65f9ec6127bc610890cJust because the bathroom is a utilitarian room doesn't mean it can't be attractive, too. To make it fun as well as functional, make kids a part of the decorating process. Tue, 7 May 2013 16:48:38 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/bathroom-organization.html9360bf7ee662f9623e32a43f143714f5The biggest bathroom organization challenge: Keeping everyday essentials from ruling the room. They have a tendency to overrun a tub or shower. Start by dividing this room into 6 activity areas. Tue, 7 May 2013 16:19:05 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/bathroom-mold-remove.html3586bba47dd363418ac15b613927c1606 Tips for Removing Bathroom Mold. Tue, 7 May 2013 15:34:20 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/bathroom-kitchen-safety.html897165ce7a6937f9143cbc47257aeaae10 Bathroom and Kitchen Safety Tips for Children. With their sharp objects and caustic chemicals, these busy rooms warrant extra measures to ensure home safety for kids. Tue, 7 May 2013 00:54:58 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/bathroom-decorate.html31f5fd57f20dc901633b79b9a9b65f19Easy Bathroom Decorating Ideas. If you want the kids to spend enough time in here, make it a place that's fun as well as functional. These easy decorating tips show you how. Mon, 6 May 2013 20:46:29 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/bathroom-cleaning.html4f0a2b76a40583f9e2f2907c00b243bdEasy Bathroom Cleaning Tips. This is the room where microscopic life thrives (shudder), and even your toothbrush isn't safe unless you put these cleaning tips into play in your home. Mon, 6 May 2013 20:28:21 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/bathroom-cleaning-tub-shower.html040087751f03b2f0bdf0f1333443ba9bBathroom Cleaning Tips. Easy, kid-friendly tips will help you keep the tub free of grimy rings and the shower free of soap scum. Mon, 6 May 2013 20:12:58 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/bathroom-chores-by-age.htmla00a74bcae4084ac5cf1fe2b2bf6b490Bathroom chores for kids. This chores list for kids by age will give you realistic guidelines as to how much help you can expect from your child here, given his or her age. Mon, 6 May 2013 19:41:05 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/bathroom-caulking-DIY.htmlddc25fcc0fb2be185916158fbefb2372Bathroom Caulking In 4 Easy Steps. It's easy to brighten dingy, cracked or mildewed caulk using this simple, 4-step plan. It's one of the easiest home maintenance projects to tackle. Mon, 6 May 2013 17:19:51 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/backyard-safety-rules.html3fa557341f3b9c22c12489cb65c571c310 Backyard Home Safety Rules for Kids. This home safety checklist can help assure a fun, safe time is had by all. After all, accidents happen - but they don't have to. Mon, 6 May 2013 17:11:16 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/backyard-gardening-with-kids.html38fbfe7c3955dca3613f46c28217e1f6Backyard Gardening with Kids. It's the beginning of the growing year. And it's a great time to introduce kids to the joys of gardening with with games and projects they'll love - and so will you. Mon, 6 May 2013 16:57:27 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/car-wash.htmle238234c851b8ab0c0e0164b2b87d60dCar Washing with Kids. One great chore for kids is to help mom or dad wash the family ride. Hey, the ride needs to be clean, right? And to teach kids responsibility, we give them chores. Mon, 6 May 2013 00:33:24 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/boredom-survival-kit.html51a313471a628e6bedfd3a41da97496dBoredom Survival Kit. I pack activity kits for each kid. The kids can take the activity kits into restaurants and boring vistits with friends and stay occupied. Good kid kit items include: Sun, 5 May 2013 22:12:46 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/backed-up-toilet-DIY.html79f802703fcdd5cb9d08b04537ab14eaHow to Fix a Backed-Up Toilet in 3 easy steps. You know the signs of a toilet ready to overflow: The bowl water is rising and the rest of the family runs for cover. Here's how you can save the day. Sun, 5 May 2013 18:47:24 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/wax.html2f8bd22b6f383c032fdfb4aa1544a1c6How to Remove Candle Wax From Carpet and Furniture. Few things are as relaxing as dining by candlelight. Thankfully, few things are easier to remove than the drippings on our carpet and furniture. Sun, 7 Apr 2013 17:40:39 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/warm-up-home.html59bd8d1ce543727bdcdd41ed5a6c0720Baby, it's cold outside! All we want to do is huddle by the fire and sip tea. That's one warm solution. But for those who have to function, there are other ways to make our homes toasty and cozy. Sun, 7 Apr 2013 17:35:33 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/wall.htmld884b40730027ceafa4f541565518803How to Repair Wall Holes Yourself. Yes, you could always just hang something over the holes to hide them from sight. Almost as easy? You can patch small holes yourself. Sun, 7 Apr 2013 17:29:30 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/vinyl.html17ed8dde4ce2869d4f764e1b8fd6a2e7Vinyl Floor Cleaning Tips. Easy tips for cleaning ground in dirt and more on these coated floors Sun, 7 Apr 2013 17:27:01 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/vacuuming.htmld4abbf796f38064063d2e9f210c3449eTips for Vacuuming Floors and Carpets the Right Way. There really is more to it than just plugging in the machine and doing a surface once-over. To suck up dirt, spend 20 seconds per section. Sun, 7 Apr 2013 17:25:12 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/vacation-safety.html987acac7647771819d2683896d185259Vacation Home Safety: 10 Rules to Prevent a Burglary While You're Away. Unfortunately, burglars like for you to go away as much as you do. 10 ways to stay safe. Sun, 7 Apr 2013 17:22:58 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/upholstery-cleaning-codes.html14e393bf6b85b59377a84baba920ceeaCleaning Codes for Upholstery: What Those Symbols Mean. The tags on your sofa cushions show either a W, S, WS, or X. These codes tell you how to care for the fabric. Here's what they stand for: Sun, 7 Apr 2013 17:13:43 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/unshrink.htmleb0a54fefce037307aaa8a83f91a284dHow to Unshrink a Sweater. You can salvage and resize that favorite cozy garment that someone (not you, of course) popped into the dryer. Sun, 7 Apr 2013 17:11:13 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/unknown.html1e4f1245a670d2695b0b39eca6217dcbHow to Remove Unknown Stains. Since you're unsure of exactly what caused the stain, try these three fabric-safe, effective remedies. Sun, 7 Apr 2013 17:09:15 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/trash.html6f062268e8e61d50fd5c8252f1e7d947Wildlife Trash Trouble? This easy solution will keep your garbage in and the wildlife safely out of your backyard garbage containers. Sun, 7 Apr 2013 16:57:24 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/towels.html3fe655b27eed92196de72f430114cc79Good-quality, properly laundered towels can arrive with your newborn and stick around until he starts kindergarten. Here's the care and feeding routine for these thirsty, soft babies: Sun, 7 Apr 2013 14:27:20 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/toolkit.htmldd6d96feb6ba9b05fa1188fda418dbd4Toolkit: 15 Home Maintenance Essentials. A well-rounded repair box - one that save your behind when the toilet bowl begins to fill - includes the following 15 items: Sat, 6 Apr 2013 18:18:56 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/toilet.htmldeaf3f5d1c2158fddbf08e0d2f145e33Toilet Cleaning in 3 Easy Steps. Because bathrooms are where cleaning challenges get tough, I settled on this trio of simple germ-killing strategies to get the potty sanitized. Sat, 6 Apr 2013 18:07:12 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/timetable.htmla6a2a5899c3ca29f9c31e1c0b9043603Cleaning Timetable. Here are the average daily, weekly, monthly, seasonal and yearly chores - and when to tackle them. Sat, 6 Apr 2013 18:02:44 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/sweater-wash.html51706f4bc91520297a0eb28a4791bbd8Your can wash sweaters in the washing machine - without losing that new look and feel. Here's how. Sat, 6 Apr 2013 17:55:40 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/spring-cleaning-kids.htmlff9a345b99932e93245950d4ad213978Kids can help with the spring cleaning chores. And in fact, they should. After all they live there too. So why not enlist a family of volunteers? Here's how. Sat, 6 Apr 2013 17:07:01 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/slumber-party.html45187bd3cd664e9cdfadf28d5c3b04acThese 10 simple rules for a successful slumber party can help you keep the kids in check and assure a good time is had by all. Sat, 6 Apr 2013 16:51:23 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/sleepover.html3f392eef4ce787e8c173353451045c55Sleepover Rules : 10 Tips for Success. Sat, 6 Apr 2013 16:48:54 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/remove-chocolate-stains.html38e58d10ab7514cc86df102714cd0dd5How to Remove Chocolate Stains From Upholstery and Furniture. Kids and couches met snacktime? Here's how to fight the blight in 5 simple steps. Fri, 5 Apr 2013 00:54:04 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/pets-easy.html5a2ad1569fbc70ee16a0cf73e6314181Easy, Low Maintenance Pets for Kids. These are animals that don’t require a lot of nurturing or special care. These are good starter animals. Thu, 4 Apr 2013 00:53:31 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/miniblinds.html0621e08976d53eeaa507d80545eb799aEasy Miniblinds Cleaning Tips.These window coverings get dusty and grimy fast. Don't pay for someone else to clean them - they're simple to clean at home yourself. Wed, 3 Apr 2013 23:02:30 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/machine-wash-sweaters.html60d4aa9f887d4991b7f7a8fd4171536aYou can machine wash sweaters safely if you use the right wash temperature and dry them correctly. Here's how. Wed, 3 Apr 2013 22:57:31 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/floors-linoleum.htmla372a0984affd56eb9d28df0878b033eLinoleum Floors: Care, Wear, and Cleaning Tips. They're often called vinyl, but these are two different materials. Here's how to clean and care for linoleum. Sun, 24 Mar 2013 23:48:56 -0400 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/shop-garage-organzie.htmla3c630b90b0fe22e2ff99be87a009888The Organized Garage Shop is where you'll find tried and true products for organizing sports equipment, holiday decorations, bikes, and much more. Sun, 10 Feb 2013 18:42:45 -0500 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/Shop.html4305a5ce812ead72c93896e49b3db181The Shop features individual stores with my favorite products and ideas for keeping every room in your family home clean and organized. Sun, 10 Feb 2013 17:22:43 -0500 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/Green-Cleaning-Shop.htmlebb8e83f2094cc99c607a82a5cb0dae9The Green Cleaning Shop features hand-selected products that are both eco-friendly and work. Sun, 10 Feb 2013 17:10:33 -0500 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/shop-bathroom-organizers.html7b2b645aac4153cab55871671cc9f3d3Bathroom Organizing Shop. Inexpensive, hand-picked bathroom organizers that work. Sun, 10 Feb 2013 16:58:33 -0500 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/Shop-Bedroom-Organizing.htmlfa17b0492bba850e208cc148ba69a0e2The Bedroom Organizing Shop has something for organizing and saving space for every bedroom in your home. Sun, 10 Feb 2013 14:51:46 -0500 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/cleaning-store.htmle0ca77aa7cc0ee1e00155431797b6773The Cleaning Store features green products and more designed to help you keep your home sparkling. Sat, 9 Feb 2013 20:58:20 -0500 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/Pet-Products-Cats-Turtles-More.htmla7eb2bb05a6a9862f6545033a956e3f7Easy Pet for Kids: Products for Getting Starting. Whether you're starting off with a tortoise, turtle, rat, mouse, cat, parakeet or goldfish, these hand-picked products can help. Sat, 9 Feb 2013 19:58:49 -0500 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/personalized-valentines.htmld58b0e9cb4b5d799c811a7ca514c4907Children love to make personalized Valentines, so set aside an afternoon and help your kids make their own this year. Here are 5 easy ideas. Thu, 7 Feb 2013 18:30:44 -0500 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/garland-fresh.html836bf78070e4e468bca40455a89d70a7How to choose and care for holiday garland, and keep it fresh this season. Thu, 17 Jan 2013 18:55:12 -0500 http://www.clean-organized-family-home.com/organized-new-year.html0d74e168d5a6732344b55db31223fcefHow to Have an Organized New Year. A new year offers a fresh chance to better our home and our lives. We've survived the holiday whirlwind; our homes, nerves and bank accounts reflect it. Thu, 17 Jan 2013 17:39:27 -0500