12.17.2014

Save cleaning time for a stress-free holiday

This is the time to make a mess. Produce baking gingerbread men on five course meal for friends and family, is very intimidating and stressful for undomesticated 30-odd years.

Overflowing sink full of dirty dishes, pots and pans, which always seem to have a strange residues of a Vitamix left looks like it is from a horror movie and a sticky fridge, too overwhelming to actually recognize. I never had a chance to really learn the tricks and tips cleaning. As a clumsy child, my mother "1987 eggs infamous incident" prohibits almost everything in the kitchen after it Let's say I will never to work with some raw eggs with expensive furniture again.

To live no budget for a lady and an innate aversion to cleaning, I am committed supermom Kalpana advice Kundra entrepreneurs. Somehow twin girls was six years old, a man and commissioning, your house is always spotless. Kalpana is a cleanliness freak even has its own revolutionary line created kitchen reusable liners that avoid all these wasted hours of cleaning options, pots and pans. The former director of marketing high performance to draw six numbers and left everything to increase their daughters and help other moms, time and energy saving.

Kalpana under the motto "less time cleaning, more time to do what you want" Here are five tips for fast and easy cleaning.:

1. Problem: Stainless steel pots and pans Grimy
Solution: Pour into the pot before you start a tablespoon of lemon juice to the boil. Stir everything and throw off the excess. Start cooking and after you are done, rinse the pot and be fine.

2. Problem: dirty and sticky fridge
Solution: Buy shelf liner dollar store, and align the drawer in your refrigerator. This will avoid to prevent spills disease.

3. Problem: messy desk full of leftovers
Solution: When cooking, keep a bowl on the kitchen table remains. You have all your songs in one place and can then puts them in compost. Quick and easy, no tracking back or something to clean.

4. Problem: Dirty Mixer / Vitamix
Solution: Immediately after using the blender, water and a drop of dish soap or lemon juice in pitcher. Replace the blender and turn on for 10 to 20 seconds. Rinse with water and voila. It should be as good as new.

5. Problem dirty grill, pots, pans, oven, etc.
Solution: Use a reusable liner in the kitchen. This will prevent the hours of washing and cleaning.

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Home Clean Up Tips and Tricks, before the guests arrive holidays

I like my house clean and ready for each guest of the holiday, but I know this is not the case for most people. However, this is the season and should have a good excuse to make at home by extra-bright seating, our version of spring cleaning in the winter. With the right products and a few tricks of the trade, here are my 5 quick tips to get your room cool and looking fabulous Before the arrival of their guest house.

Step 1: SUBSTANCE OR ROOM spray
Dry cleaning or steam your furniture curtain is not necessary, but can make a good shot, stuffed animals, and sea foam. Take your fabric curtains and a little shake, then use a fabric refresher spray or aerosol fragrance -. At a distance - on the Internet Shake done the new tissue.

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Products I recommend lower left: THE MATERIAL OF COOL HOLIDAY washerwoman , room spray DIPTYQUE or Laundress Home Spray .
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Step 2: Launch pads in lingerie
River sofa cushions often ignored and almost no lava. But put them in the washing delicate with a mild detergent, is beautifully scented a short nap organize other winter.

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Step 3: MAGIC repainting HOME
I'm not the first or last to say that Mr. Clean Magic Eraser Cleaner is a designer dream. Use regularly in their caves and walls to get all these fingerprints, footprints and dirt outside or accidental spills. It is fast, and the effect is spectacular. Most people fail to notice the dirt on the walls, but believe me, your guests. If stubborn stains, use a bit of a bleach or powder with the help of the design.

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Products I recommend at bottom left:
The Laundress Delicate wash , the laundress Purpose Bleach Alternative and MR. MAGIC is clean GUM .

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Step 4: Windows, Windows, Windows
Windows and floors are visible to the customers and make the most impact when they are clean. Clean your windows - not all, but only those of its main / entertainment alive.

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Step 5: Go under
Floors should be clean, of course, but you take the time to take the extra step and empty sofas and carpets. There are certainly some fluff and other fun surprises that really should be removed before the new year.

Finally, if this is still too much for you, then hire a professional cleaning company as fab-pro.net a good, deep carpets, furniture and clean, and light some candles as these holiday favorites My next. NEST CANDLE PARTY , THE FIRE OF FIRE , or VELA CEDAR laundress .

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Anyway, relax, light some candles vacation, relax and enjoy the holiday season even more to know that your home is invited bright and ready. You can take my example ....
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12.16.2014

Who can without tilting to end the holidays?

Holiday envelope full of money

The holiday season is the time to tip as a reward for all the hard working people in your life with a little something. Or not.

Tips, heavy as false and misleading ideas "rules" is a stressful perspective during the holidays, when it is assumed that the tips to employees who represent the gratitude of value in our lives in a year. However, there is little consensus on how much to give. According to a survey Care.com , 31% of people have no advice holiday ever, while 14% say they spend less than $ 50 at the tips of the holiday, 45% spend more than $ 150, and 17% are lorries over $ 300 fall.

Although the question of holiday tipping every year there are still problems that occur. Of course you can see what you actually your barber or pet sitter hunting are leaders like this , but what about cases where it is difficult to know whether to change, or situations where certain types counseling may find inappropriate or send a wrong signal.

Here are some difficult situations and expert answers on the label.

Are there people who should avoid tipping complete?

Tipping is not always appropriate in certain circumstances, depending on the position of someone. "You might think about it, which is to maintain and possibly overturn say in this situation," says Lizzie Post, author and spokeswoman Emily Post Institute. "For example, the staff of a nursing home could not be allowed to receive money donations, how could it be to be a bribe."

Likewise, it is a poor way to the top of the professional well paid with cash or a cash equivalent, such as a gift card. "You have no medical advice or dentists or accountants or lawyers," says Diane Gottsman, etiquette expert and founder of the Protocol School of Texas country. "This is a common question that people understand, really." If you really want them to be treated with some homemade holiday to give it a go with a nice handwritten note a gift basket or a bottle of wine.

In other cases, the employer strict rules on what employees can impose receive. United States Postal Service employee, for example, are not to cash or gift cards and holiday gifts valued at more than $ 20 a take neither. Cash tips can also be restricted to the dealers, school bus drivers, teachers, and flight attendants. A quick search on Google or a call to the employer often shed light on the situation. If someone wants that money can not accept, throw, you should have a nice hint, a gift card, or small (thoughtfully) Don at the boundaries of permissible values.

Everyone knows that you mention to the doorman, if you live in a city. Pointing when you are in the suburbs?

If someone comes to your home to perform regular services, is someone who should implement the change at least. Who are these people be different depending on your lifestyle and where you live. "In Vermont, one of the best people you have to tilt the plow boy," said the job. For other switching could be higher error for the financial management of the landscaping business.

Two people regularly cleaned my house, but sometimes a third person joins them. Should I get three? You too?

It is advisable to tilt the third person in connection with their time at home. "If they accompany the two other cleaning quarter of the time, for example, can a quarter of what you are paying to have to clean your house," says Jacqueline Whitmore, an expert label founder and director of Protocol School of Palm Beach recommends a Holiday tip amount for the cost of cleaning.

Should I get my new nanny / babysitter much like one of our family for years?

Remember: A Peak in the holiday is a gift. It is not mandatory, is strongly dependent on their relationship with that person. You probably do not give a friend who was just a gift extravagant holiday was released, and you are under no obligation, compensation fairly standard accommodation for one additional week for a nanny or babysitter for someone who only worked for you for a month pay or two. "Will you be polite and generous, but your budget and what feels comfortable for you," says Gottsman. "You might want to give half the salary of a week or a gift card or gift for your child that would be something that you know you need or want."

Should I change the personal trainer? Workers who watched my son to the gym? The traffic police?

If you think that these people make a big difference in your life, or that the addition of what to expect at work to go, by all means tip. For personal trainers, a top holiday is traditionally up to the cost of a session. Appreciate educators in the gym a small gift, but not mandatory. Pilots are not traditionally a tip, so it is up to you. "If anyone sees and wants to do his brilliant season ago," the message said. "You look to say," Thank you for everything you do. "

Obviously, you have not the boss, but is an appropriate gift?

Again, this is not absolutely necessary, depending on your workstation, you can not expect to distance. If a gift is not like a good idea, it is best to give your boss something the group of all workers, gurus say the label. "If you want, you can or something special boss that you know he or she likes how the package of ground coffee or fruit box or something to bring you home," says Gottsman. "But you are not personal to him to give as a sweater or tie."

See also:
The Ultimate Guide Holiday Tipping

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12.15.2014

Winter Excursions: Three healthy options, common cold, to avoid flu

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Worried suffering sore throat, fever and nasal discharge during the winter months? Relax, here are three tips that cold and flu season to avoid:

Keep your hands clean: Wash your hands often with soap protection from germs. Be careful when someone wash your hands touch hands or sneezing or coughing every time.

Repeat after using the toilet.

Eat healthy foods: Pay attention to a healthy diet rich in fruits and vegetables. This is your immune system strong and prevent the onset of flu and colds.

Regular cleaning: You should your house (bathroom, bedroom, furniture, etc.) to clean, and the phone regularly to prevent the flu.

The phone must be cleaned daily with a damp cloth and mild detergent. As everyone uses mobile, you can most Grems.

Practice other good habits such as sleeping for many hours (8 hours), being physically active, manage your stress, drink plenty of fluids to stay in shape during the cold months.

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West Bayou Cleaners in Kingston that you keep your clothes looking like new is easy if you follow a few simple tips. Most dry cleaners use similar methods to clean your clothes - what the difference is their knowledge of the cleaning and quality control. Experienced Dry Bayou are able to do more things on the tongue. Our hotel offers a high standard of quality control. We are serious about providing the best service where other cleaners may be less picky about the details. It is choosing the right clothes for your needs at the discretion of the customer. West Bayou is our priority the quality of our products that keep our prices at a competitive level.

Dry cleaning is not just a dry process; not be cleaned with liquid water-based solvents and refresh clothing. In addition, the preparation before cleaning and finish / stain removal process also solvent to remove oil and grease from ground water can not reach.

West Bayou Cleaners is operated and proudly serving the Kingston since 1982. We specialize in a wide range of dry cleaning services and offer the best prices in town. Our pick-up / delivery and our various sampling points, we strive to make our services as accessible as possible to exceed your expectations. Near Frontenac Mall, outside Armstrong Road to the Bayou Place West, they are easy to find and well located. Come and try our services; we know that you are happy.

West Bayou Cleaning is proud to offer the most comprehensive list of professional services. Visit our website to see how we can help you, and if you do not see a service you need, call us, we can provide the service. We also look forward to expert advice about any concerns you may have supply.

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12.14.2014

Tips to combat the damage Holidays

This holiday season to create a cozy atmosphere for your guests. To your house ready for company to obtain the many damages to Manage come with a full house, there are several cleaning tips to help you enjoy the fun of hand without added stress.

"The holiday season offers up a lot of meetings," said Coryanne Ettiene, living and lifestyle expert kitchen to living with Coryanne. "But can cause all the joy that deals a lot of damage and cleaning for the host."

Spaces pimpante Tips

Ettiene offers these tips for storage, so you keep your house hollyjolly guest licensed for this season:

Acting as a guest. A completely clean house requires a lot of attention to detail. Before leaving Duster and cleaning solutions to look through each room through the eyes of a visitor. The stack of old magazines in the corner can do everything that you are every day, but must be corrected before the guests arrive.

Prepare your kitchen surfaces. It is often used as a starting point for holiday entertaining, the kitchen deserves a little more attention. A kitchen with granite and other natural stone surfaces, effective, such as granite or three-part cleaning system, sealed and polished before the game to make sure it makes more sense cleaner - without fingerprints - and more safe for food preparation.

Manage Christmas decorations. The tree in the living room to the glittering crown on her door this Christmas decorations can create a mess in your home. After a useful tool at hand, like a lint roller to flakes, pine needles and other small mess to clean in minutes.

Have a plan for joint leaks. The kitchen is a common meeting place in many homes and granite and other natural stone countertops is a lot of damage and disruption. A stone countertop duly stamped help make cleaning easier, since the seal to prevent the ingress of liquids the surface.

"Spills and dirt immediately," says Ettiene. "If a stone countertop is not properly sealed, liquid one point and horror soon."

Reaching the germs. With so many family members and friends stopping by Have a nice vacation, it is important to clearly keep the kitchens germs.

"An important reminder of each disinfectant let it sit on the surface soak for at least five minutes, the residue is not immediately wipe;. Let the disinfectant to work," said Ettiene. "Then rinse with clean water and continue with your regular maintenance cleaning. For granite and other natural stone counter, make sure you use a secure detergent in stone".

Disable a space for guest posts. Make sure that other areas of your home are courteous to the customers. If your closet is full of objects and makes way for visitors to hang their coats, hats and other accessories. Keep this area free of debris is a great first impression upon entering guests. If you do not have a wardrobe, a special area at a Bed & Breakfast or trunk of the property.

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12.12.2014

Tom: Basic Tips for cleaning and sharpening knives

FoodFAQs Q: I purchased an authentic Chinese knife recently. I like the way it is carried out large cutting jobs quickly, if I work mainly with bones. But it is pure steel and rust every time I wash my. Any suggestions on how to avoid this? Moreover, where I sharpened my knife professionally?

A. Never wash kitchen knives as you wash everything! Never use a knife in the sink with all the dishes and plates! And never, never, never knives in the dishwasher!

Professional chefs give their knives a quick cleanup immediately after they are done with them. Run water through the leaves, wipe it with a plastic bristle brush if necessary. Then wipe with a towel, and preferably stored in a block. This routine is particularly important for the type of metal, which appear to have the knife. I must say, not to be attached to this knife you, no knife that easily rusts away from the best quality.

Now, under normal use knives should be sharpened in only rare once or twice. I'll cut knife for many years blunt while efficiently. What do you do before each use, however, is to use a steel rim true frequency. The one I have is coated with diamond dust. Only a small portion of the blade from the blade when you do this.

Real grinding and sharpening remove the metal, and it takes years for the life of the blade. The best way to work is to be done, again, to do what leaders do: a professional sharpener do the work. A guy who diameter reaches most farmers' markets sharpens week. (Magazine Girod Saturday morning, noon Tuesday but Uptown). Normally, it takes your knives at this time to sharpen. Sometimes there is so much to do out in the store, sharpening their knives and come in the next week.

I'm not a fan of pencils origin. The best thing I know, the election of the head 2 The worst are the devices that what looks like coin stacks network with another made. This can even metal knife die. It may be good for a boy scout knife, but that's it.

Another question: Avoid that his knife around. Never store in a drawer. Use a block of wood or of magnetic media screwing a wall.

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