Organization and Cleaning

Some view cleaning as a zen experience, while others regard it as a sort of necessary evil. Regardless of your own views on it, there’s no question that it has to be done. But wouldn’t it be nice if we could save both time and energy on our chores by doing them way more quickly […]

Winter is the time to snuggle up with soft, cuddly throws, eat comforting soups and stews, and enjoy the challenges of cold weather with friends and family. But when you hear the chirp of the first spring robin and can comfortably leave home without a jacket, it’s time to air out the rooms, quilts, and […]

Metal patio furniture can help you create a beautiful outdoor decor, but only if you know how to maintain it. If you don’t know how to care for it, the furniture may rust and become an eyesore. Before you know it, you’ll be hauling it off to the dump and you would have wasted money. […]

Buffing hardwood flooring in your apartment will make your apartment look much newer and cleaner. At the same time, remember that you’re liable for any damage you may make to the flooring if you use the incorrect materials to clean and they warp or stain the floor. 1. Vacuum the Floor First Buffing hardwood flooring […]

Vacuum cleaners range in prices from affordable to very expensive. Buying a more expensive one doesn’t guarantee that you’ll get the best one for your apartment. The right vacuum cleaner for you depends on your needs as well as storage considerations. Here’s a guide on vacuum cleaners to help you make a decision: To Bag […]

While the welcome mat is a staple of houses all over the country, apartment users sometimes neglect to see the advantages of using a shoe mat in their apartment home. However, the shoe mat may actually be more useful in an apartment than in any other kind of home. Here are some of the main […]

You may need help here and there to clean your apartment. Some renters choose to hire help on a regular basis, but it’s not the best choice if you’re living on a tight budget. Here are some scenarios in which getting additional help may be appropriate: When You’re Moving Out Moving out of an apartment […]

Having access to an apartment laundry room in your apartment complex can save you trips to the laundromat and free up space in your apartment that would otherwise be taken up with an in-unit washing machine. However, there are a number of things you should consider when doing your laundry in the complex’s laundry room. […]

Cleaning carpet tiles is not much different from cleaning one-piece carpet, although there are special tricks to ensuring that your tiles don’t permanently stain. Not only can spills and dirt cause permanent stains, but cleaning incorrectly can also cause tiles to stain, so make sure you approach the task carefully. 1. Attack the Stain ASAP […]