Melissa Maker's Blog, page 26

7 Expert Car Cleaning Tips!

I live in the suburbs just outside of Toronto, and for those of you who don’t know, Toronto has traffic that rivals only New York and Los Angeles. Needless to say, it’s pretty tough to get anywhere in this city, which means you’re in your car a bunch. In turn, your car becomes an extension […]

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7 High-Impact Jobs to Make Your Yard Look AMAZING!

Maybe you’ve noticed, but your yard really takes a beating throughout the winter months. You don’t want to just roll out your patio furniture and—boom—start entertaining, because it will always look a little dingy and unkempt. But luckily if you hit all the items on this to-do list, it will take you all the way […]

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How to Get Coffee Stains Out of Clothing | Q&A

While I’m no longer a caffeine drinker, early morning coffee is a staple for many people. As such, it’s pretty much a guarantee that we’ve had to deal with a coffee stain at some point. They can be a stubborn stain to effectively remove as attested by this question from Mary: I have a stained t-shirt (coffee), […]

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How Often Should I Clean It? (Bedroom Edition!)

For me, cleaning is all about finding balance. If I’m not cleaning something enough, it’s dirty, which frustrates me. On the flip side, I sometimes catch myself spending too much time cleaning something that really doesn’t need it. Asking yourself, “How often should I clean this?” helps you be more efficient, rather than just cleaning […]

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How Often Should I Clean It? (Bedroom Edition!)

For me, cleaning is all about finding balance. If I’m not cleaning something enough, it’s dirty, which frustrates me. On the flip side, I sometimes catch myself spending too much time cleaning something that really doesn’t need it. Asking yourself, “How often should I clean this?” helps you be more efficient, rather than just cleaning […]

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How to Clean Clear Plastic Storage Boxes

Clear plastic storage boxes are a popular item when it comes to organizing items around the home. Whether they’re used for off-season clothing storage, shoes, or even arts and crafts, these inexpensive storage solutions are quite versatile. This question comes from Rochelle: What is the best way to clean my plastic shoe storage containers? They […]

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7 Expert Cleaning Tips You Need To Try Today!

I get asked all the time, “Melissa, after all of these years cleaning stuff, how do you still hate cleaning?” Well, the truth is, it just hasn’t grown on me! I can, however, say that I know how to clean quickly and efficiently—so at least I don’t have to waste any time when I do […]

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7 Must-Have Spring Cleaning Tools & Products!

We’ve been encouraging some serious spring cleaning for a few weeks now, so hopefully, you’re polishing away and getting your home to really shine! But if you still need some motivation, I thought it would help to have some of my favorite spring cleaning tools and products, both new and classic—things that really let you […]

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The Stick Vacuum Obsession Continues with My Dyson V10 Absolute!

Full disclosure: we have been long time Dyson owners. Our first one came into our lives on Boxing Day 2010, three days after Malee (our Siamese Himilayan cat) did. We ran to Best Buy to nab our Dyson because the central vacuum installed in our home couldn’t stand up to a 5 pound kitten. Fast […]

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Dealing With Moldy Bath Mats | Q&A

Mold in the bathroom is a common problem—it’s a high humidity area that is constantly facing a barrage of water, bacteria and other fun stuff. This question comes from Karen M from Connecticut: I can’t get my bathmats that go inside the tub to stop molding. Even when I buy a new one, even antimicrobial, it starts […]

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