Renter’s Advice and Resources

Renter’s Advice and Resources

How to Remove Candle Wax from Carpet and Upholstery

Staff Writer

 · Jan 10, 2010

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It’s important to remove candle wax stains in carpet or upholstery as soon as possible as the longer you allow such stains to remain in fibers or fabric the more difficult it becomes to eliminate them. Freeze the Area If the candle wax stain is new, remove the candle wax by hardening it with an ice cube. Follow up by scraping the carpet […]

Every year, spring cleaning should consist of perusing the junk drawer, reorganizing it and throwing away what is unneeded and unnecessary. Most people have a junk drawer in their apartment that inevitably fills up with everything from pens and pencils to coupons and ticket stubs. The junk drawer is one of the greatest places in […]

Staff Writer

 · Jan 7, 2010

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Using a dishwasher can make the chore of dishwashing a lot quicker and less tedious. However, using it incorrectly will only add to your list of chores by having to repeat the process over again. In order to get the most out of your dishwasher, check out these three quick tips for avoiding mistakes when […]

Staff Writer

 · Dec 23, 2009

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If you are a busy person who works a lot, or just one that hates to clean, then you have probably consider hiring a housekeeper. Housekeepers can be highly beneficial in those types of situations; however it is important to thoroughly weigh out the pros and cons of hiring a housekeeper before you decide to […]

Staff Writer

 · Dec 16, 2009

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Because apartment living can be cramped and small, apartment cleanliness is extremely important to keeping your small space looking like a presentable space. Additionally, because you do not own the apartment, your landlord will expect to have the apartment returned to him in the condition for which you received it. Because the carpet is the most […]

Staff Writer

 · Dec 15, 2009

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Sometimes you find yourself with junk you just can’t get rid of. You are stuck with some items that you can’t sell on Craigslist, can’t donate to Goodwill, and can’t even give away on Freecycle. But that junk doesn’t have to sit around your apartment forever. Here are some ideas on ways to dispose of […]

Oh My Apartment

 · Dec 14, 2009

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Keeping a clean bedroom is not difficult, but it does consist of some dedicated time each day. The bedroom is the place that you go to relax at night and get a good nights rest. When the bedroom is clean, it can actually help you to feel more comfortable and sleep more soundly. If you […]

Staff Writer

 · Dec 13, 2009

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It can be said that a clean bathroom is the gateway to a clean home; mostly because the bathroom carries the most germs of any room in the entire house. When you think about what the bathroom is actually used for, you begin to understand why it is loaded with germs. But that’s okay. Don’t […]

Staff Writer

 · Dec 13, 2009

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Cleaning venetian blinds can prove to be a difficult and frustrating task. However, there are a couple of ways in which you can clean your blinds effectively and efficiently. Follow these instructions for ways to clean your venetian blinds. On the Window If your blinds have been cleaned fairly recently, you can clean them without […]

Staff Writer

 · Dec 1, 2009

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If you have a ceiling fan in your apartment, chances are you’ve never given a second thought to cleaning it until now. Unfortunately, the speed of a ceiling fan means that it collects a startling amount of dust, dirt, grime and grunge from the very air in your home, and can be a source of […]

Jordan Gaither

 · Oct 29, 2009

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