Out with the Old, In with the New Year!

Many of your New Year's resolutions include diet and exercise, savings, and personal growth. But what should be included in the list is the art of keeping of house, more precisely, organization, clutter removal, and order. Organization can include putting things in their appropriate place, donating those forgotten items, or simply tidying up. Living in an environment where things are tidy, clean and organized frees up creative space in your mind and allows for greater relaxation. We offer this breath of fresh air to our clients. Schedule us to come out and do organizing and make your house a comfortable relaxing space.

Bring the Outdoors In

Written by Salena Ausburn, Owner of Wild Whimsy Plant Co.

"House plants can be a great way to liven up your home and add an extra touch of beauty and life, making any space cozy and inviting. Not only do they look beautiful, but house plants can also be beneficial for your mental and physical health. Studies have shown that house plants can help reduce stress and anxiety, improve air quality, and even boost productivity. Alongside all the health benefits plants are functional decor. Plants do not go out of style, making it worth your time and the money you spend on them to fill your space. Plus, caring for houseplants can be a calming and rewarding activity. Overall, you can't go wrong when deciding to add a little greenery to your home."

Salena Ausburn, with Wild Whimsy Plant Co. offers Plant Parties where you can get together with a small group and arrange a plotted plant and get a small Plants 101 lesson included. Here is a code for 15% Off your plant purchase. Use code "HARBORCLEAN" at her website or in store. http://www.wildwhimsyplantco.com/

Product of the Month

The Little Blue Scrubbie

We always use blue ScothBrite pads for cleaning. They are scratch free unlike their green counterpart, which can and will scratch glass and counters as well as your dishes. These work well for sinks, including stainless steel, glass shower enclosures, mirrors, and dishes. We particularly like the thinner ones without a sponge attached because they don't allow water to sit in them and cause that funky smell of mildew. In our homes, we cut one of these in half and use for dishes. When we want to give them a quick refresh, just toss in the dishwasher for some sanitizing. Link to Purchase HERE.

Secrets of a Housekeeper

The many uses of the Squeegee. Link to our favorite, HERE.

1. Most obviously, the shower.

Using this after each shower will help maintain and keep you walls clear of soap scum, hard water marks and mildew. We advise keeping one in every shower, but especially ones with tile and lots of glass.

2. Pet Fur

If your pets climb onto the couches or beds, a quick way to remove the hair is by squeegeeing the furniture. It will pull all the hair into a clump that is easy to remove. You can use this technique on car interior as well as stairs.

3. Windows/Mirrors

If you want to clean your windows like the pros, you'll need an extendable squeegee. They make the job streak free and easy. For indoor use, you'll want a towel to catch the drips.

Happy New Year!

Your Crew at Harbor Cleaning