June is the best time of year to open the windows and doors and let fresh air and bright sunlight flood our home. However, all this natural light shows up a lot of dust and dirt that may have been ...

If the phrase "out with the old, in with the new" had a season, it would be springtime. Once it arrives, the days of your too-warm flannel sheets and jeans you haven't worn in ages are numbered. Along ...

Oh my, is that a rodent in the corner? No … just a gigantic dust ball. They seem to be everywhere this time of year, and the need to clean may be pressing on your conscience. It’s spring after all, ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Sarah E. Elliott Decluttering our homes should be a task that we incorporate into our ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Terri Williams is a journalist covering housing trends. This year, 8 in 10 Americans plan to participate in spring cleaning, ...

Spring cleaning gets all the glory. It has the catchy name. The cultural momentum. The urge to throw open the windows and scrub everything within reach. But here’s the truth: if you’re only doing one ...

The concept of spring cleaning dates back centuries. We emerge from winter, wanting to clean and freshen. But if you get the ...

Skip deep cleaning chores like carpets, windows, appliances, and closets until cooler months. Stick to light tidying and embrace a little mess to enjoy summer more. Clean early, keep supplies handy, ...

St. Augustine – Merry Maids has kept the St. Augustine and Palm Coast area sparkling clean for over 40 years! Local Merry Maid cleaning pros Sylvia Clayton and Grace Eastman share their pro tips to ...