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Friday, March 29th, 2019
Fine Furniture Design’s Summer Home Collection Drawer
There are many reasons why you should choose to declutter. Living a minimalist life is so in at the moment that everyone seems eager to join. If you’ve been noticing that you’re needing a bigger truck each time that you move, then you know that you’ve collected more than you should.
It’s human nature to want to own things. And with, say, a bigger space in your home, you tend to fill that up so you accumulate more stuff. But then, material possessions are not the same as having happiness so you should explore ways to remove things that only clutter your home.
Let’s do it differently this time. Instead of putting steps into this cleanup project, let’s categorize it to simple do’s and don’ts.
Don’t: Pile your clothes in a chair or a bench. The bedroom floor is also not a good spot to begin a mound of clothes and underwear.
Do: Hang your clean clothes so you save space. It only takes a few minutes each time you hang a dress or any piece of clothing. It also takes just a few seconds to a minute to put your dirty clothing in the hamper.
You might feel too tired to go to the hamper after a long and tiring day but this is not a reason to just drape your clothing over the back of a chair. You will wind down more quickly if you put your things where they should be.
Don’t: Keep clothes that you never wear.
Do: Assess your clothing every after season. Pull out all the clothes that you have no intention of wearing. It’s time to accept the fact that there are clothes that you neglect or have even totally forgotten about. It’s time to rotate your wardrobe or have them given away.
If you were a shopaholic and you’ve accumulated a lot of clothes, then you might want to hold a garage sale, too. It’s a good way to earn some extra cash while you declutter in the process.
Don’t: Box a lot of items then forget about them. This could lead to a cramped garage or basement.
Do: Sure, the garage is a great place to store stuff. This is a room for things that are not used often. This is also the place for bulky stuff and your seasonal decorative items.
If you have big sports equipment to deal with and a lot of camping gears to keep out of sight until summer, then your garage is also the right spot. But moving these items into this room could also result in a problem. What you stored there might end up not being remembered anymore.
You probably already know which items you won’t even have the energy to take out and use. For instance, an inflatable pool that you enjoyed last summer. It is unlikely that you would unpack, set it, and eventually store the item again. And if the kids have grown, then you know that it is even unlikelier that your grandkids will ever see this pool.
Make a habit of deciding to get rid of things that you would only hold on to but would never use.
Don’t: Store food in opaque containers.
Do: Regularly review all the items that are stored in the refrigerator. Take out the expired milk and sauces, the hardened leftovers, and the dried vegetables. You will see that the odors from the fridge will diminish the more that you regularly clean it.
Don’t: Go to the supermarket without a list.
Do: Create an electronic or tangible list of grocery items before you actually go to the supermarket. When you do this, you end up buying only those that you would use.
Replenish your stock foods, follow the first-in-first-out or FIFO method, and say no to impulse buying.
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Tuesday, January 24th, 2017
The Winners Only Bedroom 29 Inches 3-Drawer Nightstand BQW1005 can be maximized with the use of drawer dividers.
Home organization is, ironically, such a mess. This is especially true when you don’t know where and how to begin. So if it’s your New Year’s resolution to create a semblance of order in your home, then you should consider learning these tips –
Establish a Schedule
Maintaining a schedule is crucial in home organization. As you consistently organize and clean up during the same days, you would avoid the headaches that come with accumulated dirt and dust.
This is your effort to stay on track so you have to set the days on your calendar when you will declutter. A lot of people focus on bathrooms, kitchens and other common areas of their homes that they end up ignoring the home office.
Paper Clutter No More
It is so easy for paper to accumulate in a home office so whether your paper clutter consists of receipts, mails, magazines or business cards, you have to have a solution for every kind of clutter.
As you receive copies of your magazine subscriptions but you end up reading them on your tablet anyway, then you might as well cancel your subscription and move on to digital subscription.
Throw your mails in the junk as you sort them and consider each one that’s not needful. To cut down on receipt clutter, use an app to scan then manage your numerous receipts. Receipts by Wave is one such app.
Well-Used Wall
If you’re a little short on cupboard space, it’s time to get your stuff out in the open. Go ahead and display the dishes on a chalkboard wall. This dark background will allow you to indicate a place for every item. The added benefit is that you even encourage others to keep their stuff right where they belong. If you’re artistic enough, go ahead and draw shapes; if you’re more of a poet, write poems, and if you’re more of a writer, then go ahead and concoct words that inspire.
The Unique Tub
What better place is there to congregate clutter than at the entry? So get a galvanized tub, put some discreet compartments using foam cores and you’ve just created the best cylinder for keys, mittens, hats, caps, gloves, bug spray, and just about anything that you can add in there.
Winners Only Home Office 32 Inches Metro Open Bookcase P132BR: Books shouldn’t be a part of clutter.
The Correct Nightstand Setup
The bedroom is a place of rest so to have it look cluttered just defeats this very purpose. It’s time to turn that messy nightstand into something more organized. Create compartments within the nightstand’s drawers so you can place your reading glasses, some novels, the remote control, cell phone, etc.
Toy Tagging
Children’s play stuff are a common clutter inside homes. Yet homes can actually still look pristine even without curtailing your kids’ play time. Stock your shelves with tagged toys or label the containers with photos of the toy that is placed inside. When you want to update, just swap the photo of Buzz Lightyear with that of Bumblebee.
Don’t Forget Electronic Clutter
The electronic clutter that you have on your computer shouldn’t be treated differently from paper clutter. You should also sort the files especially the ones on your desktop. Know that people who are organized with their electronic files tend to be orderly in their home office.
An example of an organizing tool that you can use is Evernote. This is an app that will help you remember the big and small things on your tablet, phone or computer. You can also organize recipes using the Evernote Food app. Here, you can also record the places where you have dined at.
Conclusion
Organization requires discipline so you have to commit to your New Year’s resolution. If you want your home to declutter and remain decluttered, then you have to have a resolve to make your home stay immaculate – there’s simply no other way.
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Monday, September 12th, 2016
Hooker Furniture Living Room Chadwick Entertainment Console asks for low maintenance with its sleek and open-shelf concept.
If you belong to the group of people whose school and work schedules leave very little time for mundane tasks, then you probably hate maintenance or house cleaning, too. The great news is that the interior design industry knows all about your dilemma. There are now a lot of easy care design elements that you can invest in. The question now is – are any of these right for you?
Easy-Clean Paint
There are now cans upon cans of paint that can be easily cleaned and washed. They are available for walls and trim. These are also best for families that have small kids and pets.
Low-Maintenance Flooring
In the past ten years or so, tiles, hardwood and natural stone have become quite popular and there’s no surprise there. Carpeting has taken a backseat because these materials have proven to be more durable, easier to maintain, and not difficult to clean.
There are many eco-friendly options for floors nowadays like reclaimed wood and bamboo.
Stained concrete that has a protective sealer would also be wonderful, maintenance-wise. This comes with the least amount of seams plus a nonporous seal will make mopping and sweeping much easier.
Other probable flooring options include vinyl and laminate tiles.
Furniture with Trimmed Surfaces
The nooks and crannies of many shelves and cabinets are natural homes for dust particles. If you want a low-maintenance type of cabinet or shelf, then find the ones that have little trim. The less drawers and nooks there are, the less dust, the least amount of cleaning.
Simple math there.
Patterned Countertops
The bathroom and kitchen tiles and Formica countertops require added care compared to all other countertop materials. Did you know that countertops that come with patterns are better at hiding rings and crumbs as compared to solid-colored ones?
It’s true, try ‘em.
1586-80110-BLK1 Flirt Rectangle Cocktail Table has a smooth and simple design which is not just easy to clean but also easy on the eye.
Under Mount Sink
Rather than resorting to the usual raised models, try having the under mount sink this time. Its upkeep is a lot easier which means you won’t have to worry about puddles, grout, cracks, mildew, and stains.
Grout-Free Bathrooms
There have been major innovations in bathroom design and fixtures. Most of these are now easier to care for. An example is the wall-mounted toilet as well as motion sensitive faucets. These days, you can mop right beneath the toilet (no more mopping around the fixture); the faucets also help in keeping soapy and dirty hands off (you have the sensors to thank for this). Shower interiors also come in solid materials that are remarkably grout-free.
No wonder that these are now the most popular options in the market these days.
Recessed Lighting
Recessed lighting fixtures are your best choice if you don’t want the usual dust magnets – table lamps. If you really can’t let go of lamps, then consider having them minus the fabric shades. Any other material can be easily wiped clean.
Shutters and Blinds
These are your best choices for window treatments since all you’ll ever need to clean them is a feather duster or a handheld vacuum cleaner. Heavy draperies come with fabrics which can easily hold odors, attract dust and pet hair.
Less Furnishings
Less is more in the case of easy maintenance. Either that or you can invest in pieces that are slimmer and unupholstered. Leather is also a lot easier to clean than fabric, it’s just more prone to cracking so make sure that you invest in a great leather cleaner.
Basket for Slippers
Place this right by the entrance so that you and your visitors could place your dirty shoes outside and should wear the slippers as soon as you reach the entryway.
These are wonderful ideas that you could use in your home if you want to do less maintenance. See how each would cut down your cleaning time by more than half!
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Friday, August 26th, 2016
Accessories Uttermost Silvia Silver Wall Shelf 04033 can hold bathroom accessories.
Bathroom cleanliness is quite important to homes and more so to facilities. Unsanitary restrooms could be home to germs that can bring about allergies and a host of other diseases. This is the very reason why the bathroom should be cleaned every single day.
Repeat customers could be the cause of unsanitary bathrooms. Effects of unsanitary bathrooms could extend to employee productivity as it has been proven that unclean bathrooms can cause lower productivity. As a result, various aspects of the business can be affected by something that is as simple as a bathroom cleanup.
Germs can bring about allergies and a whole host of diseases. Begin cleaning from the vents and ceilings. Have them dusted for cobwebs. Make sure the dust from those areas reach the floor.
Next, have the mirrors and other wall pieces dusted, cleaned then polished. Make sure the hand dryers are disinfected, too. Use a disinfectant to clean partition doors. After these, move on to toilet bowl disinfecting. Disinfect the inner and outer parts of the bowl. Don’t forget the base.
Be sure to empty out the trash receptacles of paper towels and sanitary pads. Remove gum and other stuck dirt on the floor. Mop the floor and use a disinfecting solution.
Lastly, wipe hand plates, door handles, and kick plates.
These tips should help you clean the bathroom like a pro or at least know how to check right after a professional commercial cleanup.
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Clean the Stained Bathtub
There are two things that you need to remember when cleaning a stained bathtub in hotels and other such areas – first, you have to know which stain removal technique you would use and; second, find out which products would be right for the tub.
The most common bathtub materials are enameled metal, acrylic and porcelain. If your bathtub looks like plastic, then it is most probably acrylic. If it looks non-plastic, it is porcelain, iron or steel.
To be able to tell the difference between porcelain and enamel, all you have to do is to stick a magnet on the side of the tub. If the magnet sticks, then it is enamel.
If you are removing stain from a porcelain tub, you might want to buy a pumice stick. This can scour the surface and could get rid of stains on porcelain toilet bowls. This scouring stick costs just $2.
Removing the stain from enameled tubs can be a bit more difficult. Pumice stick should not be used in such cases because they can leave permanent scratches. This is also true with anything that is acidic so say no to vinegar and bleach.
Abrasive powders may be used but be sure to test a part of the tub before you go all out on your cleanup. Use such powders sparingly, though. For tougher stains, make a paste with the powder then allow it to sit for half an hour before you rinse away.
If you want to be on the safe side, use the ever reliable hydrogen peroxide. It is cheap and it can make the bathtub look sparkly clean.
‘Out to clean an acrylic tub? Then know that this type is more prone to fading, scratching and cracking. Since this is so, avoid anything that’s abrasive. Use cream cleaners, again, allowing it to sit for half an hour before the actual cleanup.
Mildewy Walls and Flooring
Another serious, dirt problem in the bathroom is mildew. You can work like crazy each day, cleaning and scrubbing, but if it still stinks, then you have to look for the culprit. More often than not, it is mildew.
Find an anti-mildew solution then gently scrub the area. It helps if you let the solution sit for a few minutes before rinsing it off.
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