Painting the walls is an excellent way to freshen up a room. But what if it’s not in the budget? Here’s a frugal alternative to that is almost as good.
how to hand wash dishes using minimal water
Hand washing dishes v the dishwasher – which one uses less water? Which one is ‘greener’. I’m at odds with the official studies. Here I explain why.
schedule routine cleaning and maintenance using Google calendar
Don’t leave routine cleaning and maintenance tasks until it’s too late and they cost you a fortune. Here’s how I use Google calendar to schedule household tasks so they don’t get forgotten.
naturally clean–homemade cleaning paste
Make your own natural and inexpensive cleaning paste that achieves sparkling baths, sinks and benchtops.
the frugal laundry–simple stain removal
How to remove stains from clothes the frugal and natural way.
homemade laundry liquid revisited {no borax recipe}
A very simple, inexpensive yet effective recipe for homemade laundry liquid that does not use borax.
extending the life of rubber gloves
Rubber gloves are great for keeping your hands dry and clean when working (especially if you suffer from dermatitis). Here’s a tip for making rubber gloves last longer.