Articles by Leslie Reichert

There are few better ways to spend a chilly winter’s day than in front of a cozy fireplace. But even if you use your fireplace only once or twice a season, it still needs to be cleaned and cared for correctly. Of all the things you can clean with just soap and water, soot is not one of them. Cleaning…

The holidays can bring joyous moments. Those fireplace gatherings also can leave soot behind, decorated trees produce sticky sap, and those bûches de Noël can leave chocolate stains on the tablecloth. But don’t let these things get you down. Here’s how to beat the 12 stains of Christmas.

We all have friends who tell us they’ve found the perfect vacuum. But you should realize that your friend’s ideal appliance may not be the perfect one for you. Everyone has different preferences and different homes. Let’s take a look at some of the different kinds of flooring used today and which type…

We all have friends who tell us they’ve found the perfect vacuum. But you should realize that your friend’s ideal appliance may not be the perfect one for you. Everyone has different preferences and different homes. Let’s take a look at some of the different kinds of flooring used today and which type…

Can you still remember your parents yelling at you to close the refrigerator door? Although they might have just been trying to keep the energy bill down, they were also protecting the food in the fridge. There are “rules” for keeping things safe and healthy in your refrigerator. The first and…

Have you ever noticed that when your friends unexpectedly pop by is also when your house is looking its worst? Or how about that last-minute call from your extended family telling you they are in the area and are going to be at your place shortly. I’m an expert in procrastination, and both of these…

Have you ever noticed that when your friends unexpectedly pop by is also when your house is looking its worst? Or how about that last-minute call from your extended family telling you they are in the area and are going to be at your place shortly. I’m an expert in procrastination, and both of these…

Stones that cover shower surrounds, whether travertine, limestone or marble, look great and can last a lifetime. But harsh chemicals can leave scratches, break down sealants and eventually discolor stone. Let’s look at your options to determine what you can use to keep a beautiful stone shower looking…

The kitchen has more places for cooties than anywhere else in your home – even more than your bathroom, on average. We are going to look at those spots where bacteria love to hide and give you some tips and tools to keep them clean and sanitary.