Organization and Cleaning

Trash can odor can sometimes be impossible to cover up. More often than not, the only way to eliminate trash can odor is to stop it before it starts. This means removing the things that might be smelly and having the appropriate tools to eliminate any overwhelming smells. Below are 5 steps to follow to […]

Cleaning a fiberglass shower is simple, and yet if you make a mistake, you could discolor it. As with anything else in the apartment, discoloration in the eyes of most landlords is equal to “damage” that you’ll have to pay for out of your security deposit. Don’t risk it by using the wrong product. Consider […]

If your exposed brick wall looks beat up you may want to clean it. There may be plaster, cement or mortar caked all over the bricks. Holes or other damage may also be a concern. A few scrapes with a wire brush should first be applied and then go out and get yourself a power washer. Power […]

It’s implied by your lease agreement, if it’s not written, that your landlord will take care of garbage pickup. Your landlord won’t literally pick up your garbage for you, but they will deal with the city, or a private collection company on your behalf. It’s a sanitary issue, and a crucial part of making the […]

When you work on your list of supplies for a college apartment, you’ll need to include cleaning supplies. Getting off campus to buy supplies on a regular basis can be a hassle if you don’t have your own transportation, and even if you do, it can be hard to fit it in your hectic schedule. […]

Keeping up with chores in a college apartment can seem impossible, when you’re living a busy life. The problem is compounded when you have a roommate, who has his or her own schedule, and has problems with cleaning as much as you do. Having different personalities and preferences for cleanliness can soon make sharing an […]

Having a baby means baby carpet spills seem inevitable, especially when you’re living in small spaces in an apartment. However, living in an apartment makes it all the more frustrating, as you can lose your deposit if the spill (or your errant clean up effort) results in a permanent stain. Knowing how to prevent most […]

A self cleaning oven still requires you to clean it from time to time. While the companies making such ovens use this fact to state that you need to do very little to nothing to clean it, there is very little explanation of how a self-cleaning oven actually works. Below is an explanation of the […]

Lots of homeowners love granite counter tops for kitchen or bathroom counter spaces. These hard stone counters provide a very nice aesthetic for a space, and stand up well to use over time. One of the positives of granite counter tops is how well they resist wear. One of the down sides of these counters […]