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7 Cleaning Checklists for Every Room in the Home
Dig or dread it, giving your home a thorough clean is a great way to cut through the clutter that has accumulated during the past several months you’ve spent ignoring it. Your home will be bathed in a whole new light when you’re done, and it’s a light you won’t be afraid to switch on.…
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Spruce Up Your Yard This Spring with 7 Fast-Growing Trees
As the winter chill finally thaws out and the spring sun warms up our weary bones, chances are you’re looking for ways to refresh your home — inside and out. If your yard seems a little lacking in foliage, you might want to consider planting a few trees to add some lovely color and shade.…
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Why Moms Are Putting Door Stops in Their Kids’ Backpacks in the Name of School Safety
As frightening as they are, and as much as we hate to think about them, school shootings are an unfortunate reality in this day and age. Of course, we all want our students, teachers, and administrators to be as prepared as possible if the unthinkable were ever to occur — and for many schools, that…
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4 Ways to Instantly Tidy a Messy Kitchen
As the heart of the home, your kitchen should be an organized oasis that makes cooking simple and cleaning a breeze. If yours falls short, rest assured there are plenty of ways you can declutter, refresh, and repurpose. These organizing tips will turn your kitchen into an easy-to-navigate and beautiful-looking space in no time. Deep…
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The Best Type of Light to Use in Each Room of Your Home
LEDs require less energy, last for years, and slash bills. Use them to brighten your home and mood. Here are the three best types of light to use in each room of your home! In the living room: Go soft When it comes to spaces where you want to relax, zero in on bulbs that…
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7 Ways to Redecorate Your Home With the Things You Already Have
Is your home looking more cluttered than curated? Then it may be time to take control of your stuff and display it in a way that brings joy to both you and your visitors. Start dusting off the knickknacks you picked up during your last vacation and dig through that pile of books haphazardly stacked…
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Cleaning Experts Say You Should Wash These Items Every Single Week
Basic hygiene is important all year round, but with winter in full force — along with Covid-19 and flu season — it’s wise to scrub up on your household cleanliness. At the very least, you’ll want to make sure you’re washing everyday items as often as you should. Having a weekly cleaning list is a…
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5 Magical Ways to Use Fairy Lights and Make Your Home Glow
When it comes to outdoor lighting, there’s nothing quite like the twinkle of fairy lights to add a little magic to your garden at night time. Fairy lights have an amazing ability to instantly create a sense of ambience and festivity and should be put to use all year round — not just Christmas time!…
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10 Home Decluttering and ‘Micro-Tidy’ Tips From an IKEA Expert
I think we can all admit IKEA reigns supreme when it comes to storage. So who better to talk to than an IKEA interior decorator to find out how to achieve that elusive, but supposedly attainable, clutter-free home? IKEA has recently revealed a new concept as the secret to organizing every space in the home: the…
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5 Wall Color Schemes That Can Boost Your Mood
You’re a better person when you’re calm and happy, so turn your home into a feel-good space with a mood-altering coat of paint. “Color is so influential in relation to how a room feels, therefore it can easily affect our mood and behaviour,” says color expert Andrea Lucena-Orr. “If a space is dreary and emotionless,…