Author Archives: Jessica Ek

Reduce Your Cleaning Carbon Footprint

Each year, Climate Week asks big questions and demands bold action. It’s a vital chance for discussion and committing to doing more on an international level. It can also be an opportunity to commit to doing more on an individual level. All the changes we make to reduce our carbon...

How to Clean Smelly Shoes

Smelly shoes are an all-too-common issue. It can be annoying; no matter how clean your feet are, they still end up making your sneakers smell. Shoes are an ideal breeding ground for bacteria because they trap sweat and moisture, creating an environment for bacteria to thrive. Here are a few...

Grandparent Guide to Babyproofing

Congrats on becoming a grandparent! Before your grandchild comes for a visit, be sure to walk through your home and take steps to keep that little one healthy and safe. Keep in mind current ages and abilities, but remember that they grow up quickly, so it can be helpful to...

Back-to-School Resource Roundup

Parents, are your kids ready to go back to school? In addition to getting new school clothes and restocking backpacks with supplies, keep illness at bay during this coming cold and flu season by brushing up on cleaning best practices in your home. Small habits can help keep the whole...

Keeping a Space Clean After De-Cluttering

If you’ve ever decluttered or Marie Kondo’ed a space only to find it a mess again a few weeks later, you aren’t alone. Cleaning out your home is a time consuming but rewarding task. Keeping it organized, on the other hand, is an ongoing process with a lot of little...

5 Laundromat Etiquette and Safety Tips

From apartment buildings to college campuses and beyond, there are many places where laundry is done in a shared space. To ensure a safe and pleasant experience for everyone, there are often unspoken guidelines to abide by so that everyone can get their laundry tasks accomplished on time. Here are...