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The days of the happy homemakers are long gone….or are they? Get tips from experienced homemakers on how to keep house and create a home in a way that works for your busy lifestyle.

How To Get Rid of Bed Bugs

 
 
 
 
 
November 8, 2006
By Susie McGee
"Good night, sleep tight, don't let the bed bugs bite." This common goodnight verse may be truer than you think. Bed bugs are worldwide travelers, notorious for latching...

How To Remove Cigarette Odor

 
 
 
 
 
March 28, 2007
By Staff Writer
Cigarette odor... unmistakable, pervasive and - to non-smokers and even many smokers - unpleasant to say the least.  In cars, homes and businesses, an ongoing battle rages to...

How To Wax Your Floor

 
 
 
 
 
May 22, 2006
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By Elizabeth Grace
A clean, well-waxed floor gives a nice look to an entire room. Many people shy away from waxing their floors because they fear that it will be too much work, but waxing a floor...

How To Clean Up Cat Urine

 
 
 
 
 
March 27, 2007
By Staff Writer
As any cat owner will tell you, cat urine has a particularly intolerable - not to mention resilient - odor. On top of that, cat urine can stain carpet and hardwood floor alike...

How To Clean Cat Vomit Off of Your Carpet

 
 
 
 
 
January 3, 2006
By Ken Smith
We all love and care for our cats despite their annoying penchant for vomiting on a regular basis. As with most things in modern society, spew removal is not as simple as one might...

How To Remove Hard Water Stains and Limescale

 
 
 
 
 
July 13, 2008
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By Patrick Henry
Discover the easy, powerful ways to remove hard water stains and limescale using simple natural ingredients. Learn how to remove stubborn stains, not in hours...but in minutes!

How To Clean Brass

 
 
 
 
 
July 10, 2008
By Deirdre Gordon
Brass ornaments decorate many homes. The lovely patina of an antique brass piece creates a warm ambiance for a home. However, some people dislike the look of brass as it tarnishes....

How To Organize a Bookcase

 
 
 
 
 
July 2, 2008
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By S. E. Smith
There are all sorts of ways to organize a bookcase; here are some tips and suggestions for making your books accessible, easy to find and aesthetic on the shelf.

How To Move Overseas

 
 
 
 
 
June 25, 2008
By Jason Kay
Whether you’re moving overseas permanently or for a temporary period of time, one of the biggest headaches is organizing your belongings. Naturally, you would like the furniture...

How To Pack For a Move

 
 
 
 
 
June 16, 2008
By Jason Kay
Even if you're just moving down the street, the prospect of packing up your entire household can be daunting. It's so stressful that many people put it off until the last possible...
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