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Proposed Q&A site for people who want to improve how they do the everyday tasks of keeping their home in shape.
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Is washing dishes in a dishwasher really more economical than hand washing? Does the answer change if I have well water?
added by C. Ross Aug 17 '12 at 14:02
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What is the best way to clean windows?
added by Karl Jun 4 '12 at 13:47
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newspaper and windex – Chris Jun 5 '12 at 3:43
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Which pieces of clothing should not go into the washing machine at the same time?
added by Karl Jun 4 '12 at 13:49
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How can I get wine stains out of my linen table cloth?
added by C. Ross Aug 17 '12 at 13:41
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I know I shouldn't mix bleach and ammonia, but are there other things under my sink that must not mix?
added by C. Ross Aug 17 '12 at 14:06
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How should I determine where to store kitchen appliances in my kitchen to make it easier and faster to cook?
added by jmort253 Aug 19 '12 at 2:13
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My roomates leave a huge mess in the living room. How can I encourage everyone to take part in keeping our house clean?
added by jmort253 Aug 19 '12 at 2:17
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How can I eliminate bedbugs once and for all without spending a fortune?
added by jmort253 Aug 19 '12 at 2:14
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How do I prevent dust from quickly piling up in my furniture? Is there a chemical or something that I can apply on to make the dust pile up slower?
added by AjiPorter Oct 15 '12 at 15:56
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What flowers are appropriate in a Spring floral table arrangement?
added by C. Ross Jan 1 at 12:14
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Is it possible to clean nicotine stains from eggshell paint?
added by Tim Post♦ Oct 17 '12 at 9:21
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What ratio (cap full to liter) of concentrated cleaner gets grease easily off of a tile floor?
added by Tim Post♦ Oct 17 '12 at 10:28
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What regular maintenance should be done on a dishwasher to prevent grit being left on food?
added by Azula R. Jan 12 at 17:48
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How should I store a mattress?
added by JustinY Feb 26 at 17:24
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The elastic in my clothes is gradually turning more grey each time they are washed. What could be causing this?
added by Brian Webster Apr 5 at 23:00
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How can I mend a tear in a shirt?
added by C. Ross Aug 17 '12 at 13:59
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Should domestic duties other than cooking and parenting be on-topic, even though this isn't cleaning the house? – Andrew Grimm Jan 1 at 10:49
@Andrew Grimm I don't think you'll have enough scope for a successful site with just cleaning the house. The logical extension (and it fits under the term "house work" or "housekeeping") is the care of clothing and other domestic items. – C. Ross Jan 1 at 12:13
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What smartphone apps help you manage your home?
added by Fuseblown Dec 9 '12 at 14:23
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