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Cleaning Well Water Stains in the Tub

September 12, 2017 by Kim Woodward

If there was a most-hated cleaning task list in my house, cleaning the shower would be near the top.

And the problem is made worse by the fact we have well water. And even with a water treatment system that works quite well, we get yellowed stains on sinks, tubs and toilets over time.

Here’s how I’ve tackled it. Bonus: It’s easy and cheap!

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Creating a pet-friendly home (without sacrificing style)

August 23, 2017 by Kim Woodward

Much like kids, pets come with plenty of stuff – like toys, beds, blankets, kennels and food. And pet messes can be a challenge, too. In our home, we manage paw prints, shedding, and accidents on a regular basis.

And don’t even get me started on the dog breath.

But it doesn’t have to be impossible to create a beautiful home that is comfortable for your family and your pets. Here are a few ways we have created a pet-friendly home without sacrificing our own personal style.

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Getting your house under control with the 10-minute rule

August 17, 2017 by Kim Woodward

I really don’t like cleaning. But I also really like having a clean house.

That’s a conundrum, isn’t it?

But guess what? You can keep your house neat and clean without making yourself crazy. Here’s how.

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Make a DIY planter from a concrete block

August 11, 2017 by Kim Woodward

Looking for a fun and simple craft to spruce up your late-summer porch?

Try this customizable cinder block planter. It’s a quick and easy pick-me-up for your end-of-summer porch. 

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Creative home hacks: Removing adhesive from glass (once and for all)

July 25, 2017 by Kim Woodward

Do you have any small unfinished projects around your house that nearly drive you crazy? Yep. Me, too.

There just never seems to be enough time to properly take care of everything. But I recently tackled one of them – and it was way easier than I anticipated. Here’s how I removed stubborn stickers from our windows without breaking a sweat.

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5 home maintenance tasks for the summer

July 13, 2017 by Kim Woodward

Maintaining a home brings plenty of responsibility. Sometimes, it feels like the work of a homeowner is never really complete.
 
That’s why, to keep our home looking it’s best, we spread out maintenance and deeper cleaning tasks throughout the year. We find that these simple cleaning and habits keep the house presentable for everyday use.

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