During National Teacher Appreciation Week, celebrated during the first full week of May, the goal is to show teachers how much they’re honored and valued. One way is by giving the gift of clean, especially at a time in the school year when supplies tend to run low. Teachers play a vital role in maintaining a healthy, clean...
Reddit’s Best Cleaning Tips
Reddit can be a treasure trove of cleaning wisdom, with users sharing tried-and-true tips for tackling every mess imaginable. It can also be a place with some questionable cleaning recommendations. Here are some of the most popular cleaning hacks from the Reddit community that we can get behind: With these crowd-sourced tips, your cleaning routine just got smarter...
Cleaning Soot and Ash
Few things create a cozy atmosphere like a crackling fireplace, but the aftermath—soot and ash—can quickly take the shine off your living space. And if you’re impacted by a larger fire, whether a house fire or a wildfire, the aftermath can be catastrophic. Here are some practical tips for tackling soot and ash, on a small scale or a larger one: What Is Soot and Ash? ...
Old Cleaning Advice That Still Works
New appliances and innovative products are being created all the time to make cleaning more enjoyable and convenient. Yet, there are still some pieces of cleaning wisdom from past generations that remain as effective today as ever. These tried-and-true cleaning methods can offer simplicity, reliability, and a sense of nostalgia....
Sports Team Gear Cleaning Guide
Whether you’re part of a weekend rec league, a school team, or a professional squad, keeping sports gear clean is essential for both performance and health. Team uniforms, pads, helmets, shoes, and shared equipment often harbor sweat, dirt, and bacteria—making regular cleaning a must for athletes of all ages. Beyond...
Food Safety for People with Diabetes
Diabetes strikes people of all ages. Approximately 11% of the U.S. population has the disease. Food safety, while important for everyone, is of particular concern for those with diabetes, as well as immuno-compromised individuals. Diabetes can affect various organs and systems of the body, causing them to function improperly. For...
Deep Cleaning Guide
Cleaning often falls into two categories. The first is the regular cleaning that we all need to do, week in and week out. That includes laundry, cleaning the kitchen, cleaning the bathroom, vacuuming and dusting, etc. It also includes periodically cleaning your appliances. The second is deep cleaning. For...