Kitchen cabinets can get quite dirty over time from spills, splashes, and greasy or dirty fingers. The challenge becomes not only how to clean kitchen cabinets, but also how NOT to clean kitchen cabinets. Sylvia asks a good question: What's a good way to clean kitchen cabinets without doing damage to the stain/finish? Melissa...
One common mistake the people tend to make is not cleaning their actual cleaning tools. Yes, they're for cleaning, but it's difficult to get something clean when the cleaning tool itself is dirty. Heidi T asks a great question: I’m having such a hard time feeling comfortable not bleaching things like...
Housekeeping guru Melissa Maker reveals laundry machine best practices, including surefire signs that your washer and dryer are due for a deep clean.
From wild shags to flirty fringes to raised patterns—a fashion-forward floorcovering can be intimidating to approach from a cleaning standpoint. But what about a rug with multiple textures, details, and piles? Things get all the more puzzling. Jenna R. asks a great question: I have a stunning statement rug,...
One of the things I do now whenever I buy something is check the fabric care label to see if I can really handle the maintenance of the garment. If it’s too much work or too expensive to maintain, I don’t want to own the item—it’s just too exhausting....
Hi there! My name is Melissa Maker, and as some of you may know, I’m the face—and chief floor/laundry/everything washer—behind Clean My Space. For those who don’t, I thought I would take this opportunity to quickly reintroduce myself and Clean My Space, and for those who do… well, hello...
Earth Day (earthday.org) is a movement designed to bring awareness to climate change and the small changes we can all make to help improve the environment and the planet’s ecosystems. Its annual event (online and otherwise) features tons of panels, events, and speakers, designed to educate and inspire people...
Vinegar is often hailed as a cleaning miracle worker. It's an inexpensive and readily available household item that many people swear by for its cleaning properties. But before you jump on the vinegar bandwagon and think it can clean absolutely everything as some online sources suggest, let's decipher the...
In today's fast-paced world, our living spaces often accumulate clutter without us even realizing it. Living with clutter can unknowingly induce stress and disrupt the harmony of your home. On the flip side, a clutter-free home can promote relaxation, ease, and overall well-being. If you're ready to take the...
Join cleaning expert Melissa Maker as she shares over 20 minutes of cleaning & decluttering advice, tips, tricks, habits and more! Need a little cleaning motivation for 2024? This is the place to kick start the new year cleaning activities! Say hello in the comments below and let us...