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3 Reasons to Find a Green Cleaning Service

Tuesday, July 12th, 2011

A green cleaning service is environmentally safe and uses products and cleaning methods that are non-toxic and therefore not detrimental to human health or the environment. Green cleaning services are gaining popularity because they use organic products and lessen their customers’ exposure to harmful chemicals that can cause breathing problems, allergic reactions, cancer and various neurological diseases. Here are three good reasons to find a green cleaning service:

1. Non-Toxic

Conventional cleaning services have practices that can cause environmental and health problems that…

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How to Clean Marble Floors

Wednesday, June 29th, 2011

Marble floors are easily scratched and stained, so it’s important that you know how to clean marble floors properly before you proceed. If you or your landlord have the floors buffed and sealed on an annual basis, you’ll be able to clean better with less risk for scratching the surfaces.

Tools Needed:

  • Soft bristle broom and dust pan or soft-bristled vacuum
  • Sponge mop
  • Soft towel
  • PH-neutral cleaning solution (or make your own with 1 gallon warm water and 1/4 cup pH-neutral dish detergent)
  • Warm water

Step 1:…

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How to Make a Natural Stain Remover

Monday, June 13th, 2011

It’s easy to make a natural stain remover by using ingredients commonly available in most homes. Such stain removers are non-toxic, contain no harmful chemicals. They’re easy on the pocket and equally easy to prepare.

Step 1. Gather Your Ingredients

Keep the ingredients that you will require to make the stain remover near at hand.

These ingredients include:

  • a bowl
  • 1 cup of baking soda
  • ¼ cup of 97 percent alcohol
  • sufficient antibacterial liquid soap to ensure the mixture is of the consistency of frosting
  • 20 drops…

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The Pros and Cons of Granite and Marble Countertops

Friday, June 3rd, 2011

Granite and marble countertops are generally used in the kitchen and bathroom. The use of granite or marble for countertops is purely a matter of personal preference as both these natural stones have their advantages and disadvantages.

Why Granite Countertops Work for Some People

  • Granite is appealing to people who love a sleek look. Such countertops have a reflective and glossy surface.
  • Granite is very durable. It is scratch and stain proof and ideal for use in the kitchen.
  • Granite comes in a variety…

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Spring Cleaning Services: What to Consider before You Commit

Tuesday, May 31st, 2011

Hiring spring cleaning services can help you clean your home at a price, leaving you with free time to focus on other important jobs. Before hiring the services of professional cleaners, you should do some research and ascertain whether they are the right people to deal with.

The Fees Charged for Cleaning Your Home

In order to gauge the going rate, you need to do some homework. Contact a few spring cleaning agencies before you finalize on one. Factors such as the…

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