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| ... will help trap particles 75 times smaller than a human hair,
including 99.97 percent of dust mite debris, animal dander, molds and pollen.
don't forget to look up
after tackling floors, dust ceiling fans and light fixtures. these hard-to-reach
and hard-to-see places can harbor dust. and while you're up there, change the
direction of your ceiling fans to counterclockwise for the winter... |
| ... will help trap particles 75 times smaller than a human hair,
including 99.97 percent of dust mite debris, animal dander, molds and pollen.
don't forget to look up
after tackling floors, dust ceiling fans and light fixtures. these hard-to-reach
and hard-to-see places can harbor dust. and while you're up there, change the
direction of your ceiling fans to counterclockwise for the winter... |
| ...ts — like a complete bathroom remodel — are going to be expensive, other diy projects can be tackled in an economical and enjoyable way. these projects may include repainting a room, installing a new ceiling fan or replacing old, damaged baseboards. the limit is your imagination, so look around your house to see what home improvements could enhance your home and then apply these tips for an afford... |
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create a recharging drawer in your kitchen. clean out that junk drawer, add dividers and a power strip and you have the perfect place for recharging your family’s electronic devices.
install a ceiling fan. nothing says spring and summer like a ceiling fan wafting gentle breeze through a room. choose the style and size that’s right for your space. bonus: ceiling fans can help reduce energy b... |
| ... to optimize energy use by adjusting the temperature when you're out of the house? proper use of a programmable thermostat can cut energy bills by nearly $200 per year, according to energy star.
* ceiling fans - you can use ceiling fans to supplement your furnace during the winter, but you have to remember to reverse the air flow. most ceiling fans have a switch that allows you to reverse the d... |
| ...gh the house.
run your fan in the proper direction. there are layers of air in every living space that vary in degree of temperature. because the warmest air is closest to the ceiling, running your ceiling fan in a clockwise direction in the winter months pushes the warm air up against the ceiling and then down the walls. this recirculates warm air through the room without a cool breeze and offs... |
| ...eelings that we get when we are surrounded by nature," held says.
place a neutral area rug for noise reduction and decoration. if you live in a busy area, brown recommends a white noise machine or ceiling fan to drown out the background noise. don't forget to include some inspiring artwork that is meaningful and brings you feelings of calm.
horizontal lines inspire calmness and are well-suit... |
| ... projects like new area rugs and window treatments can have a big impact on the room. if the guestroom is small, adding some decorative mirrors can help the area feel more expansive. updating the old ceiling fan can dramatically alter the look of any space, plus aid in airflow. finally, polish off the holiday look with in-season flowers or plants—they're welcoming and warm and make a great gift to... |
| ...osets to vacuum and dust inside. then, before putting clothes back, sort through them and get rid of those items that no longer fit or that you don't wear anymore.
* clean blinds, light fixtures and ceiling fans. wipe smudges off of light switch covers and door frames, too.
bathroom
* wipe down and disinfect all fixtures. remember lighting fixtures, too. carefully remove glass fixtures and cl... |
| ...f the house for several hours and lower it when you return. but don't shut the air conditioner off; it's less efficient to cool the house back down than to leave it set at a higher temperature.
* a ceiling fan uses about as much energy as a 100-watt bulb, but it can make a room feel up to eight degrees cooler. in summer, blades should turn counterclockwise, pushing air downward to create a cool ... |
| ... much moisture that can harbor bacteria and germs, not to mention damage to woodwork on window frames and doors.
extra tips for a happier, healthier, warmer winter:
* reverse the switch on your ceiling fans so they blow upward, toward the ceiling. by doing so, you will reduce cooling drafts and force naturally rising heat back down into the room.
* add a touch of green. house plants are ... |
| ...ps, bathroom surfaces, and highchairs.
4. save time by tackling multiple surfaces - including hard to reach and clean areas - with one versatile tool. the kenmore progressive canister vacuum cleans ceiling fans, shelves, tight corners and more with its unique 6-in-1 handle and extended reach wand. it also takes the hassle out of cleaning stairs with exclusive stair grip design, which keeps the v... |
| ...teria, mildew, dust mites and foul odors.
healthy housekeeper laura dellutri offers these tips for cleaning your home from top to bottom and making it healthier in the process:
start at the top: ceiling fans, tall mantles and bookshelves, and the tops of door frames tend to fall under the "out of sight, out of mind" motto. these areas often harbor dust, so it's important to wipe them down reg... |