Nothing's worse than finding the most amazing piece of furniture at a thrift store — and on further inspection you get hit in the face with the overwhelming smell of mildew. More

I came across an article by Real Simple on surprising cleaning tips that contained quite a few I had never heard of, like cleaning the sink with Turtle Wax or using denture cleaner to clear residue in vases... More

We all tout the importance of keeping our kitchens and baths super clean, and free of toxins and harsh chemicals. But what about the place we spend a third of our day: the bedroom? To get a restful night's sleep, and keep allergies at bay, it's important to keep your bedroom free of irritants, dust and debris. Here's our ultimate guide to cleaning your bedroom, the green way. More

Venerable nesting magazine Better Homes & Gardens has announced the results of their consumer based Best New Products poll. We're familiar with most of the items on the list but we also found a couple of new things we're going to keep our eye out for. More

Sometimes things just smell old. There's no two ways around it. If you're a vintage or thrift shopper, then chances are you've come across this in the past. Baking soda has been known to do the trick for upholstery, but what about items that aren't made from fabric? Check out this simple trick! More

Thinking of doing a major clean out this spring? I sure am. Pantry, closets, my 3 yr. old's bedroom...it's going to be quite a scene. In preparation for this weekend's bedroom clean out, I found a nice list of 12 eco-friendly cleaning tools and supplies that are readily available.
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Pretty glass fixtures are a joy to find at auctions, thirft stores or estate sales. The hard part about their purchase is that 9 times out of 10 they're covered in dirt from years gone by and unless you enjoy spending a few hours with a toothbrush, an easier way must be found. Lucky for us, it already has been! More

Coconut oil's been getting a lot of press lately for its amazing health benefits. It's great to cook with, adding a subtle richness to foods and doesn't break down at high temperatures meaning that it's perfect for frying. And, it's also great outside the kitchen! Here are some of the ways you can use it around the house.

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Maybe you have kids who got a little crazy with their markers while you slept through your alarm one morning, or possibly you picked up a thrift store find that's a bit marked up. No matter what your scribble-stress, if it's painted, it can be cleaned with toothpaste. True story! More

When it comes to most things I buy for my home (toilet paper, for example), I am pretty flexible: I will buy what is at Costco or what is on sale, including generic or store brands. But with certain products I am very brand loyal (even when my budget tells me to be otherwise).Do you have brand loyalty with certain household products?
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