There are various steam cleaning machines on the market. Since today’s machines range in price from $400 for a residential model to $3,200 for a commercial model, people wonder if they’re worth the extra expense. There are many benefits to using steam instead of hazardous cleaners around your home. Steam cleaning is cost effective because it only uses a little bit of...

With the desire to keep our homes clean and safe for our families, along with wanting to protect the environment, more people are turning to essential oils to accomplish both tasks. But what exactly are essential oils, and how can they be used to clean and disinfect our homes? Essential oils are concentrated liquids that contain the “essence” and aroma from the plants...

Most people are trying to live healthier lives today. One way they’re trying to do that is to cut down on the myriad of chemicals that they’re subjected to on a daily basis. Vinegar is just one eco-friendly product you can use to replace those chemically-laden products in your home. Everyone knows that a splash of vinegar is great on a salad, and that it can be used as...

Nothing is as wonderful as sitting by a beautiful, warm fire in the wintertime. But, if you let your fireplace or your wood stove go, you can end up with a big problem on your hands due to the dirty smoke that can get into your home. Or you can inadvertently create a fire hazard. Ensure that you do these things on a regular basis to avoid those problems. Have Chimney...

Lemons are one of the most versatile foods in the world. They can be used for many purposes, including eating, cleaning, and healing certain health conditions. Lemons are something that you should always have on hand, and here are some of the reasons why. Lemon and Water Upon Waking Squeezing a half a lemon into a glass of water first thing in the morning is an...