Everybody knows that your sofa is one of the first things that people notice when they enter the home, but beyond this, they also act as the primary source of comfort after a long day. And while even the most basic of sofas can bring about tremendous levels of comfort and relaxation, there’s nothing better … Read more
Wooden surfaces need to be cleaned and treated properly if you want to keep them in good condition. Old English Lemon oil is a great product you can use regularly on all types of wooden fixtures and furniture. It is a mineral oil that cleans wood and brings out the natural grain. It also protects … Read more
One of the staple things needed for survival is food. When a power outage occurs and a freezer goes out, humans instinctively start to panic. After all, what are you supposed to do if the food all goes bad during the power outage? The proper storage of food is integral in ensuring food lasts and … Read more
Keeping mirrors free from fogging and the condensations streaks that ensue can seem like a daunting task to take care of but did you know that there is an everyday bathroom item that can help prevent fogging in the first place? Toothpaste will not only keep your smile bright but will also act as a … Read more
On the quest to find household and kitchen items that double as effective cleaners, one surprising option is soda. Cola beverages have a low pH meaning their acidic nature behaves similarly to better-known cleaners like vinegar. While it eats away at any residue or staining on surfaces, the sugary syrup base makes its use less … Read more
Rubbing alcohol, also known as isopropyl alcohol, has many uses around the home from disinfecting cuts, to removing stubborn stickers off of glassware. Rubbing alcohol also makes a very effective mirror cleaner that leaves a sparkling, streak-free finish. Yes, you can clean mirrors with rubbing alcohol. Simply dampen a clean, dry cloth with some rubbing … Read more
Mineral spirits are petroleum-based solvents used in painting. They can be used to thin oil-based paint and clean stains or varnishes. While they are intended for cleaning and stain removal they can be too harsh for daily cleaning tasks around your home such as cleaning your mirrors. No, you cannot clean a mirror with mineral … Read more
There are many household substances that you can clean a mirror with. Before restocking on specific mirror cleaners, you may be wondering if you can use other cleaners you have instead. Unfortunately, most common household cleaners, like bleach, are not intended to clean mirrors with, and doing so usually leaves residual streaks that will need … Read more
Before purchasing more glass and window cleaner you may be looking at some of your other cleaning products wondering if they can get the job done, especially multipurpose cleaners like disinfecting wipes. While it can be easy to think that disinfecting wipes should be able to clean mirrors, this is not the job they are … Read more
Perhaps the most accessible cleaning solution available is plain water right from your tap. Depending on where you live and how your city treats its water, cleaning with just water can leave hard watermarks and streaks on surfaces. This is true if you clean your mirrors with water which will reveal the watermarks and streaks … Read more