Celebrate the Smilestones with Orajel

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Orajel Kids.

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All of our kids have used Orajel  since they were babies, starting with Orajel for teething, (heck, I even use it on occasion when I get a toothache) then onto the Training Toothpaste. The toothpaste doesn’t have any fluoride, but it helps cleanse the teeth and gums and gets babies ready for the real thing. It also lacks any artificial colors or dyes, and is gluten and dairy free. Once they were ready, we moved onto the Anti-cavity Fluoride Toothpaste. When they use it, it works on  strengthening and protecting their teeth with every session.

Whether your child is teething, training, or starting to brush on his or her own, Orajel has you covered during every stage of oral development!  Which Orajel products have your kids tried over the years?

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Do you have a favorite picture of your child’s #Smilestones? It could be anything from a child’s first tooth to their first lost tooth, or just their precious smile!
Orajel wants to celebrate your child’s smiling milestones, or “Smilestones”! Share your favorite Smilestones from that first tooth, to those first steps, to the first day of school, and you will be entered to WIN a Trip for Four to Beaches Resort! That is something to smile about for sure! For more information, make sure to visit the Smilestones Sweepstakes Facebook page!

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Best Gifts for the Tech Dad in Your Life

Best Buyhas gifts for every type of Dad on your list. Whether they are the entertainer Dad, the fitness guy, or the one behind the camera, Best Buy has all the gifts you could ever need – and more! Check out these great gifts for all the guys in your life. There are so many ideas, I’m still not sure what to choose and will be headed to our local Best Buy store this week to make the final decisions on the Dad gifts I need to buy for my Dad, my husband and my father-in-law. They all 3 are very different, but I love that I can do a one-stop-shop and get everything I need!

Check out the great list of gifts and let me know what’s your favorite!

Entertainer – Gifts for the Dad who aspires to set up the ultimate man cave complete with gaming, sports, movies, listing to music, or just hanging out. This Dad loves to share so it also has everything at the ready for entertaining a crowd.

Bose SoundTouch 20 Wi-Fi Music System
Apple TV
Samsung 48″ Class LED 1080p 120Hz Smart HDTV
Krups Beertender
Stone bake pizza oven
Xbox One Console
Xbox One Wireless Controller
Google Chromecast HDMI Streaming Media Player
Epson PowerLite Home Cinema 2D/3D 1080p 3LCD Projector
Samsung 2.1-Channel Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer
Sony Blu-ray Player
Star Wars: The Complete Saga Blu-ray
Back to the Future: 25th Anniversary Blu-ray
True Detective TV Show Blu-ray
Slingbox 500
Logitech Harmony Wireless Smart Keyboard
Beats Pill XL
MARGARITVILLE Mixer
8 bottle wine chiller
Breville Smart oven
LG Microwave + Pizza Oven
PlayStation 4 console
Beats Studio Headphones
Marshall Stanmore Bluetooth Speaker
Anki Drive
Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 10.1
iPhone 5s Space Grey
HP ENVY TouchSmart Sleekbook Touch-screen Laptop
Powerstation mini Black
Samsung WiFi All Share Hub
iPad Air Lifeproof Nuud Case – Black
$50 iTunes Card
Large Full Motion Mount for TVs 32″-60″
Universal Soundbar Mount

Gizmo Guru: Gifts for the dad that always wants to take his tech to the next level with the latest and greatest – always connected, at home and on the go.

Lenovo Yoga 2 2-in-1 Touch-Screen Laptop
Amazon Fire TV
SoundTrue Headphons
Bose SoundTouch 20 Wi-Fi Music System
Nest Thermostat
Samsung Galaxy Note 3
GoPro HERO3+ Black Edition Action Camcorder.
mophie space pack
iPad Air with wifi + 4G LTE
1817061 – iPad Air Ultrathin Keyboard Folio Carbon
Xbox One Console
Xbox One Wireless Controller
Nikon D5300 DSLR Camera with 18-55mm VR Lens.
Logitech Harmony Wireless Smart Keyboard
PlayStation 4 console
PS4 Wireless Controller
Bose SoundLink Mobile III Speaker & Cover
Bose QuietComfort 20i Acoustic Noise Cancelling Earbud Headphones
Bose SoundLink Mini Bluetooth Speaker & Travel Bag
Samsung Protective Wallet Case for Samsung Galaxy S 5
mophie juicepack powerstation XL
Microsoft Surface Type Cover 2
HP Officejet 6600 Wireless e-All-In-One Printer
SanDisk Ultra Dual 32GB USB 2.0/Micro USB Flash Drive
Samsonite Premium Thin & Light Laptop Case
Targus Metro Rolling Laptop Case
Philips Hue Starter Kit
Breaking Bad Complete Series Blu-ray
$50 iTunes Card
LG 60″ Class LED 1080p 240Hz Smart 3D HDTV

Fitness Fanatic: Dad who doesn’t let age slow him down.  He has no fear and loves adventure, but aspires to be/keep healthy as well. Dad uses technology in a wide range of ways in his active life both for himself and the family for instance; Go Pro and Fit Bit to track activity and recording adventures, to portable batteries for on the go fitness, camping while listening to music / watching movies on the smartphone.

Jawbone – UP24 Wireless Activity Tracker
iPod touch 16GB MP3 Player (5th Generation – Latest Model)
GoPro HERO3+ Black Edition Action Camcorder.
GoPro Headstrap Mount
NutriBullet Nutrient Extractor
Sennheiser Adidas In-Ear Sports Headphones with Ear Clip
Otterbox Defender Camo for Samsung Galaxy S 5
LifeProof Bike and Bar Mount
Xbox One Console
Kinect Sports Rivals
Samsung Galaxy S 5
ZAGG InvisibleSHIELD Glass Screen Protector
JBL Charge Portable Indoor/Outdoor Bluetooth Speaker
LifeProof fre Cell Phone Case
Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 10.1, 16GB  Black
Canon – EOS 70D DSLR Camera with 18-135mm IS STM Lens.
SanDisk 32GB Ultra Micro Memory Card
Acer Chromebook – 2GB Memory – 16GB Solid State Drive
$50 iTunes Card
Philips Norelco SensoTouch 2D Electric Shaver

 Memory Maker: For the Dad that makes sure that not only all the memories are captured and stored (video/photo) but keeps the family organized and under control. Gifts for him make his life easer; Dad pays the bills with laptop, videos kids, back up storage for pictures, prints out schedules for baseball practices and games, etc.

Nikon D5300 DSLR Camera with 18-55mm VR Lens.
GoPro HERO3+ Black Edition Action Camcorder.
GoPro Headstrap Mount
Canon PowerShot ELPH 115 IS 16.0MP Digital Camera
Samsung Galaxy 2 Camera
Canon EOS 70D DSLR Camera with 18-135mm IS STM Lens.
Canon VIXIA HF R50 8GB HD Flash Memory Camcorder
Geneva 10 Camera Case
Newport 30 Camera Case
SanDisk 32GB Ultra Micro Memory Card
Canon SELPHY Wireless Compact Photo Printer
OlloClip Photo Lens for iPhone
mophie space pack
HTC One (M8) Amber Gold
$50 iTunes Card

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On a Budget? Best Buy has a great list of gifts to help you stay on track for under $50!!!

Gifts under $50

Roku Streaming HDMI Stick

Motorola S305 Headphones

Modal Case for iPhone 5/5s

Modal Bluetooth Speaker

Star Wars Trilogy: Episodes I-III Blu-ray

Star Wars Trilogy: Episodes IV-VI Blu-ray

Belkin Sportfit Armband for iPhone 5/5s & 5c

Griffin Survivor for iPhone 5/5s

Samsung Galaxy S 5 S-Views Case

Oster Cordless Rechargeable Electric Wine Bottle Opener

Tech21 Impacts Cell Phone Case

Eric Church – The Outsiders

Insignia Tablet Case

Zagg Invisi HD Shield

Twilight Zone: Fan Favorites

Plants vs. Zombies: Garden Warfare

Family Guy: Laugh It Up, Fuzzball Blu-ray

Cobra 2-Way Radio

RemoProtocol Remote-Controlled Helicopter

Panasonic Nose and Facial Hair Trimmer

Philips Norelco Electric Razor

Wahl Chrome Pro 25-Piece Haircutting Kit

 

I have an idea for my Dad who in the past few years has really became a fitness nut – the new Jawbone activity trackers are AWESOME and under $150 it’s on budget for me and my sister to go in on a gift for him that he’ll love!

Reach your sleep, activity and nutrition goals with this Jawbone UP24 JL01-26L-US activity tracker, which syncs with select iOS and Android devices with the UP app and offers real-time updates on your progress.
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Do you love twitter parties? Best Buy is hosting two Father’s Day Twitter Parties on Thursday June 5th at 7:00pm CST and Wednesday June 11th at 11:00am CST. Join one (or both) for a chance to receive Best Buy gift cards and other great products. Tweet #GreatestDad with your favorite Father’s Day Gift ideas from Best Buy.

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Maleficent Movie Synopsis & Review

I have to admit when I first saw the previews for Maleficent I was unsure about if I wanted to really see it, or take the kids. I also am not a big fan of the ‘old’ Angeline Jolie (I know I am not alone in this. She is beautiful and talented, but I just wasn’t a fan. Home wrecker, and “weirdo” – do we not remember the blood necklaces with good ol’ Billy Bob Thorton?) Plus how could going to see a ‘dark’ movie give me the warm fuzzies that other Disney movies do? I don’t go to sad movies, I don’t go to scary movies, and I definitely do not take my kids to them. But I decided to put my prejudiced aside and go in with an open mind. Disney surely wouldn’t disappoint right?

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SPOILER ALERT: If you are going to see the film and want to go in knowing only what the previews have showed you, stop reading now =) If you are O.K. with a bit of background and then of course my personal opinion, keep reading:

The movie begins with Maleficent as a young fairy, happily protecting her forest and taking care of her kind. A happy, smiling young girl she meets a human boy, Stefan, who snuck into her forest to steal. Maleficent befriends the boy and they grow close through the years-with Stefan giving Maleficent what she thought was true loves first kiss. Eventually Stefan is tempted by power and status, never returning to the forest, and breaking Maleficent’s heart.
Years later the King, driven by the need for power tries to take over the forest and is met by brut force of Maleficent and her forest ‘crew’. The King put a price on Malefiecent’s head – promising the kingdom and his daughter to whomever could defeat the powerful fairy. Stefan knowing he had the key to Maleficent’s heart heads to the forest to deliver the head of the fairy to his King, but in weakness cannot murder her, but takes something almost as cherished – her wings.

At this point I knew where the story was going – how Maleficent became evil, and wanted to hurt the King in the worst way. I do wish that they would of given more of the turning of Maleficent. More of a history between the couple, more of Stefan’s past – more of who Maleficent really was. The turning from good to evil happened in just a few minutes on screen. I would of loved to see more of the process; but I guess since we all knew the story they didn’t feel like we needed anymore? Either way, moving on…

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Maleficent hears the news that the new King & his Queen are expecting a child – a daughter. Maleficent, like in the original Sleeping Beauty, shows up uninvited to the christening and curses the child.  She will prick her finger on a spinning wheel before night falls on her 16th birthday and fall into a death like sleep – only ‘true loves first kiss’ will be able to awaken her. She curses the child and curses the curse – that it cannot be reversed.

The King, in paranoid anguish, sends his daughter to live with 3 fairies who are trying to make amends with the humans.  He orders them to keep and protect her and bring her home the day after her 16th birthday. The 3 fairies in Maleficent remind me of the 3 Stooges – funny, kind, but ones that should never be left alone with children. Maleficent finds the child, lovingly calling her ‘the beast’ and keeps her protected from harm while the fairies argue among  themselves. Aurora dubs her as her fairy godmother and enjoys spending time in the forest with Maleficent and the mystical creatures. My favorite part of this movie is you can see, you can feel Maleficent grow to love this girl. She see’s herself in her – the carefree, happy, loving child that she once was in Aurora.

Maleficent realizes she made a mistake and tries to remove the curse – but to no avail. She makes her way to the Castle to do whatever she has to – even sacrifice herself – for the life of Aurora.

I won’t give away the ending – though I do feel like the movie could of given us a bit more background to the story of Maleficent & Stefan, as well as how her love grew for Aurora, this is a Disney film. Though it wasn’t animated I do believe the primary audience focus was children. My kids enjoyed this movie immensely and talked about it for days. I enjoyed the movie – I loved seeing the ‘other side of the story’ , I loved seeing the WHY she was evil, and that deep down she still had a heart. Like all Disney movies, there are lessons to be learned!

Though she looks pretty darn scary on the previews, my son who is a bit sensitive to this kind of thing had no problem – even with the 3D Imax screening. There was no foul language, but those who are sensitive to magic/fairies/all things mystical may want to be cautious. Some violence, but not a lot of blood. I’ve seen kids movies with a lot worse!

Though it’s not a solid hit like Frozen this will be a movie that will definitely be in any movie buffs collection (including my own)!

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Father’s Day Gift Guide 2014

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Father’s Day Gift Guide 2014

 

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If you are like me you know that purchasing a Father’s Day gift can be stressful. When I go to get something for my Dad I think over it for days before I make a purchase – and check with my Mom to make sure he didn’t go and buy it for himself (He has told me before, “I am finally able to afford to buy what I want when I want it, so that’s what I do”). Then there is my husband, who can be almost as much of a pain as my Dad. I’ve done some awesome gifts in the past (yes, I am patting myself on the back), so it’s hard to compete with something that he actually got excited over. When you give a gift you always want them to smile ya’ know?

So as I was looking around at the many, many guides offered I was impressed with the selections that Mommerce.com chose for Dads. I am trying to decide between the Powermat Wireless Charger and the Nike Fuel band for my Dad, and the boat shoes or Omaha Steaks for my husband (which he may get both!) 

I have a few more weeks before I have to decide – what would you choose? 

 Brooks Brothers Gingham Shirt

Non-iron sport shirt, made from Supima® cotton oxford. Original Polo® button-down collar. Center back pleat. Front placket. Golden Fleece® embroidery at left chest. Contrast color on inside collar and cuffs. Deep yoke. Machine wash. Imported. Also available in Slim fit. They have many different colors to choose from, though I’m very partial to this blue color. As the country’s oldest clothing retailer, Brooks Brothers is proud to uphold the same traditions and values for nearly two centuries. We believe these are the reasons why our customers consider us to be far more than a store. You can learn more about the Brooks Brother’s history and heritage HERE. Be Sure to take a look at their full Father’s Day Gift Guide! You’re gonna love what they have to offer.

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John Varvatos Washed Linen Boat Shoe

They’ve merged their signature Schooner silhouette with a classic boat shoe design for a remarkable everyday slip-on. Finished with details like a laceless closure, vintage hardware as well as hand stitching on the washed linen exterior. Size & Fit: This shoe runs small; Please order a half size up. Complimentary Shipping & Returns. John Varvatos is a brand that occupies a unique place in the landscape of American design. It unites old world craftsmanship and refined tailoring with modern innovations in textiles and a rock ‘n’ roll sensibility. Launched in 2000 with a collection of tailored clothing and sportswear, the brand now represents an entire lifestyle that includes belts, bags, footwear, eyewear, limited edition watches, luxury skincare and fragrances, as well as the younger, edgier John Varvatos Star USA collection and Converse by John Varvatos.

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Tessemae’s Father’s Day Grill Pack

Tessemae’s All Natural is the world’s fastest growing fresh condiment company. It started when the oldest of three brothers marched a Tupperware container filled with their mother’s homemade salad dressing recipe into the grand opening of a local grocery store back in 2009.  Over the next 5 years, the brothers have achieved national distribution in Whole Foods Markets and Safeway grocery stores with a complete line of  “clean” salad dressings, marinades, rubs, and sauces.

Tessemae’s has just launched their new Father’s Day Grill Pack. Complete with Ketchup, Honey Mustard, Teriyaki Sauce, Hot Sauce and brand new Slow Roasted Garlic Spread, this pack delivers the same real, simple, bold ingredients that can be expected from Tessemae’s. The must-have culinary accessory for any dad who wants to perfect his grilling skills this summer, Tessemae’s is the perfect complement to grilled veggies, meat or protein. Using only all-natural ingredients (ones you know and can actually pronounce!) and made with no refined sugars, these paleo-friendly, dairy free, spreads and marinades can turn any BBQ into a real culinary feast. From now until June 10th, Tessemae’s is offering a special price ($25) for the entire grill pack with guaranteed Father’s Day delivery.

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Powercase & Powermat Bundle

A great gift to give that special dad or grad in your life more power and protection for his iPhone 5s or 5. The Duracell Powermat wireless charging pad and PowerCase together make powering and protecting your iPhone 5s a breeze. The PowerCase’s built-in 2000 mAh battery provides up to 100% extra battery power, while shielding your iPhone from nicks and bruises. The PowerMat lets you recharge your iPhone and PowerCase wirelessly by simply placing them on the mat—no need to plug in your iPhone. And if you’re at a different location from the PowerMat, you can also recharge your iPhone and PowerCase with a micro USB cable through the USB port on the case. You can also find these at the Apple store!

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Cabelas Masterbuilt Sportsman Elite Window Smoker

This smoker is literally SMOKING and amazing! The smoker comes in 30″ (4 racks) and 40″ (6 racks). The smoker comes with Window and Stainless Steel Door — See how your smoked meats, cheeses or vegetables are coming along through the integrated window. Built-in meat probe displays the food temperature. Digital temperature and time controls. Thermostatic- controlled temperature. Built-in internal cabinet light. Four racks provide 730 sq. in. of cooking space. Can hold six racks for a total of 1,095 sq. in. of cooking area. 25-lb. capacity. What Father wouldn’t want one of these?

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Ray-Ban REMIX Sunglasses

Ray-Ban is giving YOU the power to customize your own mix of sunglasses! You get to choose your style frame, lenses, and more. Ray-Ban has been producing timeless classics in eye wear for over 60 years.  From their Aviator Classics, to their ever-popular Wayfarer Sunglasses, Ray-Ban has been at the forefront of Eye wear style. Now with Ray-Ban Remix, you can fully customize the look of your Ray-Ban sunglasses. Choose your model, the frame color, lens colors and more. You can even get a pair engraved just for your Dad.

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Harry’s Father & Son Shave Set

This is definitely one of my favorite gift guide ideas! What a better way to bring Father & Son together to create bonding moments while shaving? I’m a huge fan of this! Plus, you can even get the razor handles monogrammed! Like most of the men in your life, they’ve long had to choose between over-priced, over-marketed razors that disrespect your intelligence, and low quality, cheap razors that disrespect your face. They knew there had to be a better way, so they created Harry’s as a return to the essential: a great shave at a fair price.

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Nike+ Fuel Band

The Nike+ FuelBand SE Silver features polished stainless steel clasp, bezel and screws. It has hand-worked, mirror polished surfaces to highlight craftsmanship and detail. This is the perfect gift for the active Dad or even one who might need a little encouragement to get moving more. Nike’s Nike+ platform makes it easy to start tracking your progress and work towards higher goals.

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Omaha Steaks For Dad – The Dad Pack!

It’s time to treat dad this Father’s Day with custom-built combos guaranteed to thrill! We’ve assembled our customer favorites perfect for gifting and grilling and when you select the Father’s Day Deal, Father’s Day Favorites, Father’s Day Griller Package, or The Dad Pack, we’ll ship your entire order FREE and include 6 FREE Omaha Steaks Burgers to each address in your order! There’s never been a better time to spoil dad, and at these prices, you might as well treat yourself too! Impress Dad this year and still get a Deal from your friends at Omaha Steaks. Succulent and tender – Dad’s sure to love our Filet Mignons. Bold, beefy and naturally lean, Top Sirloins will take Dad’s grilling to new heights. Add genuine Omaha Steaks Burgers, ground from our own lean beef, and Boneless Pork Chops and you’ve got something to impress every pop! Order now – Father’s Day will be here before you know it!

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Wine.com – Wine for Dad!

Celebrate your Dad this Father’s Day with some great wine! Whether you buy a few bottles for dinner, or sign him up for a monthly wine club membership, Wine.com  has the best selection of wines online. Check out their selection of 90+ point wines for under $20! With their convenient services, huge selection of wines, and easy delivery…I’m sure you will find some great bottles for him to enjoy!

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I almost want to say forget Dad – I want some of these items for myself! In fact I am really leaning towards a Nike Fuelband for myself as a late Mothers Day gift!  I believe any of these great gifts would be PERFECT for a special Dad! 

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Top 10 Spring Cleaning Tips

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When winter’s here, I want to hibernate. I spend evenings cuddled up on the couch with a cup of coffee and a book (or a great movie on T.V.) Toss ingredients into the crock pot and eat soups and stews for dinner. Wear comfy, fuzzy PJs and even warmer and fuzzier slippers.But once the holidays are over, sometimes it feels like a long, dull wait before spring arrives – especially this year.  Deep cleaning my house doesn’t even cross my mind.

Then as the weather starts to warm up, I emerge from my cave (so to speak) and realize that the basic cleaning routine I go through every week is mostly just scratching the surface. Spring is a time of rebirth and renewal; why not make that go for your house as well? Spring cleaning is a time-honored ritual for a reason — the fresh air and greenery outdoors make us want to be clean and fresh indoor spaces, too. It just makes us feel better. But if the mere thought seems overwhelming, here are a few tips to get you started.

Taking Care of Stainless Steel

To keep your stainless steel bright and clean, use a  light mist of wax-based aerosol spray once or twice a week. Don’t put on too much — you don’t want to soak the surface and make it greasy. Wipe the mist with a clean, lint-free cloth, and never use oils to keep away fingerprints — lint will stick to the oil. Also, don’t use cleaners with bleach after you’ve put on the waxy layer, or it will dry out and lose some of the luster. And finally, don’t use anything abrasive. You don’t want to scratch or ruin the surface.

Organizing Closets

Organizing your closet is the first step to organizing the rest of your home. Get rid of unused clothes and accessories, and organize the rest by how you get dressed in the morning and by color. Your closet will look appealing, and your everyday routine will be easier. (Save your old items for a yard sale and make some extra money – that post will be coming soon!)

Removing Stains and Odors

To remove stains and odors blot up as much of the smelly mess as you can right away. While you’re blotting the upholstery, put a plastic liner or a garbage bag between the cushion and the fabric so you don’t push the contaminant into the cushion. Then flush with cold water as best you can. Blot and flush again. Cold water doesn’t set stains as much as hot water. You can also use a portable spot cleaner or wet/dry vac. If there’s still a residual odor, use a half-vinegar, half-water solution and rinse again. If that doesn’t work, call in the professionals.

Cleaning Painted Walls

To clean your painted walls start with a simple bucket of water with a clean cloth or sponge. If that doesn’t work, dip the rag or sponge into water mixed with a little dish washing liquid, the milder the better. If the stain persists, apply a few drops of soap directly onto the wet sponge or cloth you’re using. For more stubborn cases, you could apply a little soap right onto the stain. If you need to resort to a stronger product, realize they have strong solvents in them and can soften the paint surface. Make sure that whatever you do to get rid of the stain, you rinse the wall afterward with plain water.

Creating a Different Mood

For easy makeovers, change up bedding, towels, table linens, and decor. It will help create a different mood. Switch things out seasonally, or for a special event, or whenever you want to play with a certain color or pattern.

Cleaning Your Carpet

To keep carpets looking nice, TAKE OFF your shoes when you get home — but leave your socks on because walking around in bare feet leaves natural oils that attract dirt. Try to vacuum every day and use a top-load vacuum, so the dirt falls inward, and HEPA filters. Change the filters often, so you don’t blow pollutants back into the air. For less-trafficked areas, you can get away with cleaning the carpets once or twice a year, and every 18 months for a bedroom. For higher-traffic areas, the most often you’d need to bring in professionals would be three or four times a year, although once you see that your carpet’s dirty, you probably should have it cleaned for health reasons.

Reorganize Bookshelves

Sort books by size and subject. Remove and discard any ripped dust jackets (unless you think they might have value). Line books, some vertically, some horizontally, in a rhythmic pattern. This will relieve the monotony of rows.

Caring for Wood Floors

The keys to keeping your wood floors looking new are to avoid over sanding, use trivets or saucers under plants to avoid water damage, use furniture protectors to avoid scratches, and damp-mop once a week with a mild soap like Murphy Oil Soap.

Polishing Silver

Using a simple toothbrush and Hagerty Silver Foam on your silver because it’s not too abrasive and it’s water-soluble. For really bad black tarnish, Simichrome Polish is great. Never put your silver in the dishwasher and store it in anti-tarnish cloth bags when you’re not using it.

Scrub the Mold & Mildew Away

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It’s almost impossible to avoid mildew in your bathroom—with so much heat and moisture, the grout between your tiles and the sealant around your tub is the perfect breeding ground. Fortunately, unless you have an allergy, mildew is more of a pain-in-the-neck reminder to clean than a real health concern. However, if you don’t take care of mildew, it can get behind your walls or spread into other areas of your home, which can turn into a major headache. That’s when Tilex® Mold and Mildew Remover comes into play!

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When you encounter mold or mildew on bathroom surfaces, which you’ll recognize as patches of black, green, pink or red stains – it’s time to get out Tilex® Mold and Mildew Remover.
Remember:
  • Tilex® Mold and Mildew Remover contains Clorox® Bleach, and disinfects as it kills 99.9% of household mold and mildew on hard, nonporous surfaces. There is no scrubbing required – just spray it, let it sit for 5 minutes and rinse.
  • Use Tilex® Mold and Mildew Remover on many bathroom surfaces including: glazed ceramic tile, grout, tubs, fiberglass, glass shower doors, vinyl curtains, sinks and no-wax floors. Spray and allow mildew stains to disappear, then rinse well.
  • Tilex® Mildew Root™ Penetrator and Remover penetrates deep to kill mildew at its roots and removes ugly stains without scrubbing, using powerful foaming action.
  • Tilex® Mildew Root™ Penetrator and Remover can be used on tile (glazed and unglazed ceramic), tubs, sinks, counters, shower doors, vinyl curtains, glass, plastic, no-wax floors and windowsills.
  • You can spot mold in your home as black stains in your grout or red stains on your shower curtain. Mold appears as discolored patches and any time you spot mold it’s time to disinfect.
  • Soap and detergents are not enough to kill mold, even though they may remove mold stains. Mold left behind can regrow – quickly!
  • Mold can grow in as little as 48 hours in the right conditions.  All it needs is a moist, room temperature environment and an organic food source for it to feed on. That’s why mold can be especially prevalent in places like bathrooms and basements.

What are your top Spring cleaning tips??

 

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