Comments on: Super Simple Spring Cleaning

By: dominique

dominique — Fri, 12 Nov 2010 16:08:28 +0000

I like my Libman sponge mop, the new (overpriced!) sponge head is more “scrubby” and can clean our gross linoleum! You can also get Magic Eraser heads that fit most mops, would love to hear if anyone has used this!
I just have to say Swiffer products are a waste of money! My kids don’t drop pet hair and dust bunnies they drop sticky Cheerios and Legos!

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Got the spring cleaning itch? « The Home Stylist — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 13:31:18 +0000

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By: Getting Started: A Beginner’s Guide to a Clean and Organized Home : Totally Together Journal

Wed, 22 Jul 2009 01:06:58 +0000

[...] Another obstacle to overcome is over-cleaning. Do not waste precious time cleaning something that is already clean. Many of the things moms spend the most time scrubbing are actually pretty clean already. Toilets, showers, sinks, dishwashers and tubs are essentially self-cleaning. They need a bit of help to keep them gleaming, but they really don’t need to be scoured weekly or even monthly if they are cared for properly and dirt and grime isn’t allowed to settle in and get comfortable. Once your house is picked up, you can go back and thoroughly clean whatever needs it. [...]

By: Stephanie

Stephanie — Thu, 28 May 2009 14:01:53 +0000

thank you, Judy, for letting us know! I’m glad you read that manual, too! –steph

By: Judy

Judy — Thu, 28 May 2009 12:41:51 +0000

“Once your oven is clean, put a layer of foil on the bottom (under the heating element if electric, and do not block the vents on the bottom if gas) to keep it that way.”

My comment is about this statement in your post. I just got a new electric stove, and the heating element is concealed under the floor of the oven. There is no exposed element. DO NOT put foil on the bottom if you have a stove like this. The foil will melt and it will be a disaster! I had no idea that could happen…good thing I read the instruction book that came with the stove.

By: MommyAmy

MommyAmy — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 23:21:04 +0000

GREAT LIST! I totally need to buy your book so I can get totally together. Lists help me a lot too… I make one for myself every day otherwise I end up blogging and commenting and playing with babies.

To the past poster… I have a Bissell Steam Mop which I LOVE!!! Seriously, best $90 I ever spent! It uses terry cloth pads on the mop base and only steamed water to clean, so it’s very “green” and chemical free. It does a great job, and really makes mopping an effortless task. I can’t say enough good things about it! And I’ve tried, feel free to do a search on my blog for “steam mop” and you should find my review.

By: gfe-gluten free easily

gfe-gluten free easily — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 10:07:17 +0000

I’m a fan of Clean Team’s Sh-Mop myself. I love that you just take the terry cloth covers off and throw them in with the towels to wash. They do a good job cleaning the floor. My last one just broke so I thought it didn’t hold up as wel. as the previous one, but it is still probably 5 or 6 years old.

Shirley

By: Daisy

Daisy — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 00:14:39 +0000

I’m doing a little cleaning each day of Spring Break. The Big Clean in my home happens in June, right after school gets out. Why yes, I am a teacher. How could you tell?

By: Awnali

Awnali — Sat, 04 Apr 2009 14:14:02 +0000

I love the Sh-Mop from the Clean Team. I’ve had mine for no less than 10 years, and it’s held up beautifully. (http://www.thecleanteam.com/productdetail.cfm?id=1035). It is kind of pricey up front, but you can’t complain about 10 years of service, can you? Also, it doesn’t redistribute gunk on the floor, you pull off the terry cloth Sh-wipes (the equivalent of mop heads) and throw them in the washer, so it’s very “green.” I’m still using the original Sh-wipes I got as well.

By: Mrs. Wright

Mrs. Wright — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 16:34:57 +0000

Thanks for this post! I just started blogging to get my house and life in order, and I’m so excited for your book and to try your system! I really need the motivation… Today I’ll be trying the 7 Daily Habits!