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Follow These Steps When Cleaning Windows and Doors
No matter what material your doors and windows are made of, proper care is key to maintain functionality and aesthetic. However, doors and windows require specific cleaning. Here are some things to keep in mind: Points to Remember When Cleaning Doors and Windows Begin With the Dusting It's important to start by dusting, as any liquid cleaners you use afterward will create a muddy mess otherwise....
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It’s time to clean your grill! Vegetables slip through the grates, marinades and sauces splatter and grease from burgers and steaks forms mounds on the grates. Whether you fire up your grill once a week or once a day, it probably needs a good cleaning at least once every few months – as long as you spot-clean it after every use. Getting started is the toughest part, so here are some tips to help:...
Use These Tips to Achieve Lasting Organization in Your Garage
Separated from the main living areas, many of us rarely venture into our garages for more than a few minutes a day. Maybe your garage is used only to house your vehicles, or exists as a dumping ground for holiday lights, tools, sports equipment, and other miscellaneous hardware. Whatever the case, because the garage is a low-traffic area, it frequently becomes a magnet for excess and clutter. So,...
Las Vegas enjoys nearly 300 days of sunshine a year. This means homeowners need to perform annual home maintenance to ensure they are ready for the summer season. From setting up drip-dry spots for pool towels to freshening up your exterior décor, here are 10 quick tips for getting your home ready for a fun and fabulous summer: Inspect your cooling system and overhead fans to ensure they’re...
You've finally figured out why you cannot get organized. It's not that you don't want to; in fact, you have lots of ideas for organizing your home. But there is one obstacle in your way and it defeats your best intentions every time – it's clutter. You may have grown so accustomed to living with clutter that you push it aside, working around it and stepping over it, day after day. Clutter didn't...
Update Your Home’s Décor With These Interior Design Tips
Most interior designers have a lengthy education and experience that makes them experts at choosing just the right look for a variety of spaces. Here are tips from a few to help you decorate your space like a pro: 5 Interior Design Tips From the Pros Don’t Shy Away From Technology Professional designers use the latest technology to envision new spaces and stay on top of important things like...
Keep Your Home Clutter-Free With These 6 Hacks
It's been said that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. This is especially true when it comes to keeping clutter at bay, which is often easier said than done. Most people only start looking for de-cluttering solutions once things have gotten entirely out of hand. It doesn't have to be like that. If you are moving into a new home or simply looking for ways to better organize your...
Choosing LED Lights for Your Home
They last 25 times longer than traditional bulbs, they contain absolutely no mercury, and each year, they save homeowners impressive amounts of money in annual energy costs. They are LED light bulbs – and if you're the type of person who appreciates cost savings, you're probably going to want to start using them. That said, not all LED light bulbs are created equal. Some are warm-toned and some...
Spring is the perfect time to start checking off those home maintenance tasks you’ve been putting off. It’s important to make sure your home is in pristine condition for the upcoming summer months. Here are some important elements of your home to inspect and update this spring: Home Maintenance To-Do’s for Spring Take Care of the Roof Any damage done to your roof in the winter could lead to leaks...