cleaning

Does More Detergent Make for More Clean?

Posted November 19, 2009 - 06:00 by Philip Brewer

Health and Beauty, Green Living

Keep Your Teeth Clean

Given the number of posts at frugality sites on how to make your own cleaning supplies (and the number of reads those posts get), the topic is obviously one of interest to the community. My take is that there's an easier way to save money on cleaning supplies than making your own: Use less.

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Save Some Cash With These 6 Clever Cleaning Hacks

Posted July 1, 2009 - 12:48 by Linsey Knerl

Frugal Living, Green Living, DIY

I’m a sucker for brand-name cleaning supplies, and while it’s no crime to be brand-loyal and use what works best for you and your family, often times there are shortcuts that can cut back on cleaning time – and out-of-pocket expenses. The July issue of All You Magazine had some of the most inspiring ways to get your cleaning jobs done for less. Here are my top picks, along with some additional ways to stretch that dollar!

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How Baking Soda Took My Bathroom from “Yuck” to Yes!

Posted September 29, 2008 - 07:47 by Linsey Knerl

Frugal Living, Life Hacks, General Tips, Green Living, DIY

Thinking of jumping on the “all-natural” cleaning bandwagon? Leary of the results? Addicted to your own brand-name cleaning habit? Take a look at these startling before and after photos of my 5 minutes with baking soda, and see why I made the switch.

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Summing Up Seventh Generation’s Soap Line

Posted February 1, 2008 - 07:35 by Myscha Theriault

Green Living

Usually, when I review a product, I choose one item. Since I was looking for eco-friendly soap products in general however, and these guys have an entire line of things that help out with healthier grey water,  I gave them a call.

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Simple Ways to Give Dirty Shoes the Boot

Posted September 20, 2007 - 09:53 by Linsey Knerl

Life Hacks

I remember the expression on a friend’s face when she saw me pull my sneaks from the washing machine. “You wash your tennis shoes?” Why not? They get clean, don’t they? And you too can clean your shoes the same way you clean any other washable garment. Just follow these simple rules for best results.

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20 Tips for Getting Your Security Deposit Back

Posted 2 years ago by Andrea Dickson

Filed Under: Real Estate and Housing

The Consumerist recently phoned in a performance with their advice to someone who was looking for help in dealing with a landlord. The landlord was inventing cleaning charges and keeping more of the writer's security deposit than necessary.

We've all been there before, I'm sure. And most of us tend to throw up our hands and let landlord have the damn money, because the amount seems like it just isn't worth fighting over.

From The Consumerist:

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