What Is Bluing and How It Can Help In Household Task Improvement

Natalie Norbut / November 30, 2015 / Comments are off for this post.

Most people coming into this will ask: What is ‘bluing’, anyway? The simple and most common

answer is that it’s a compound used to counteract the yellowing of laundered fabric. If you search for

the uses of ‘bluing’ anywhere, it’s impossible for ‘laundry’ and ‘whitening’ not to come up in the results.

But there’s more to this 100 year-old product than meets the eye. Mrs. Stewart’s Liquid Bluing is

not only groundbreaking for its ability to make your white clothes even whiter, but also for its versatility.

A few drops in a pitcher of water can go a long way in cleaning and improving the quality of your day to

1. Brighten Pool Water

Though Mrs. Stewart’s Liquid Bluing can’t substitute other chemicals used to treat your pool

water, it works great at making your pool water look better than most. Nothing beats that

Pacific blue.

2. Whiten Your Pet’s Hair

When giving your pet a bath, mix a few drops of Mrs. Stewart’s Liquid Bluing in your pet’s

rinse water and their fur will return to being white as ever. It’s non-toxic and proven safe for

your pets, so don’t worry!

3. Reduce Algae Growth

Do you have a fountain or a bird bath in your backyard? Mrs. Stewart’s Liquid Bluing is

perfect for reducing and preventing algae growth, keeping the water clear and clean.

4. Clean Bathroom Tiles

Add a few drops of Mrs. Stewart’s Liquid Bluing into a bucket of soapy water, then pour or

sponge it onto your white bathroom tiles. Let it rest for a few minutes before rinsing. You

will see a difference immediately.

5. Keep Windows Spot Free

Don’t you just hate foggy glass windows? Water with a few drops of Mrs. Stewart’s Liquid

Bluing will do the job in keeping your windows sparkling for a long time.

Looking for a bluing product that can help you with the abovementioned tasks? Try Mrs. Stewart’s Concentrated Liquid Bluing!

The possibilities for Mrs. Stewart’s Liquid Bluing are endless! The best thing about it is its non-

toxic and environmentally friendly composition that makes it safe for humans and animals alike.

Learn more about Mrs. Stewart’s Liquid Bluing and its many uses. Visit http://mrsstewart.com

Protect Your Family This Season From the Flu

Natalie Norbut / September 23, 2015 / Comments are off for this post.

It is back to school for many families throughout our community, and pretty soon we will be headed into the dreaded flu season. One of the biggest ways to help eliminate and fight off the flu is to have a healthy and clean environment. One of our customers, Mapleton Montessori utilizes our professional cleaning service to help keep a healthy environment for their students. We do have other suggestions for keeping yourself and your loved ones safeguarded from catching the flu this season. One of the helpful hints is to implement a hand-washing program. Whether this is at school, the work place or at home, we should all try and implement a more stringent hand washing program, and according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, washing your hands is one of the most effective ways to reduce the spread of germs, and reduces the likelihood of illness. Another great suggestion is to clean and disinfect all “hot spots,” these are areas that are touched more often than others, such as door handles, light fixtures, keyboards, supplies, toys, and other common shared areas of school, work place, or at home. Do you find that you don’t have the time to do a good cleaning at your place of work, or at home? If so, let Clean Conscience help you today! We provide a variety of services; one-time cleanings, move-in or move-out cleanings, and repeat service. Give Clean Conscience a call today and let us help you fight off flu season.

DIY Stain Removal

Natalie Norbut / August 25, 2015 / Comments are off for this post.

Let’s face it, no matter how careful you are, stains happen. If you happen to have children or pets, stains are probably a common occurrence. Often, successfully removing a stain means acting as quickly as possible. However, what do you do if something is spilled on your carpet or furniture and you are all out of store bought stain remover? The answer may lie in your refrigerator, bathroom, or pantry. In this article from The Huffington Post, you are given several DIY remedies for the removal of just about any type of common stain you could think of. Everything from wine, grass, coffee, ink, and even blood, can be removed with everyday items found in most homes.

Eco-Friendly Stain Busters

Grass stain on your patio cushion. Wine stain on your carpet. Ink stain on the couch. Let’s face it, even when we try our very best, life is messy. I have put together a list of some of the toughest furniture and carpet stains we encounter along with quick DIY eco-friendly fixes that will help get your fabric back to its stain-free state.

Blood: Mix one tablespoon of liquid dishwashing detergent (POPSUGAR has agreat recipe for natural DIY solution) with two cups of cold water. Apply the solution to a clean cloth and blot the stain until it disappears.
Gum: Put a plastic bag full of ice directly onto the stuck gum. Once it hardens, you should be able to scrap it off. If the piece of fabric is small enough, you can place it directly in the freezer until the gum hardens.
Chocolate: Rub the stain in a circular motion with warm, soapy water or aborax solution. Rinse with cold water.
Coffee or Tea: Spot-clean with cool water or vinegar or try an enzyme-based cleaner.
Grass: Rub the stain with hydrogen peroxide.
Ink: Wet a clean cloth in vinegar and blot the stain–rewetting the cloth with vinegar as needed. Once the stain is gone, rinse with clean water.
Grease: Apply dry cornmeal to the spot and let sit for 20 minutes. Once you shake it off, the stain should be gone. You can also try cornstarch.
Makeup: Carefully put few drops of glycerin on the stain and scrape off.
Tomato Sauce: Alternately blot the stain using a damp sponge (cool water) and dry cloth. If possible, move the cushion or rug into the sun–the UV-rays will help breakdown the stain. For stubborn stains, rub with a cut lemon.
Red Wine: Spot clean or soak in cool water. Pour salt over the stain while it is still wet and let it sit until it begins to turn pinkish. Discard the excess salt and vacuum.

Give the Gift of Cleaning!

Natalie Norbut / June 29, 2015 / Comments are off for this post.

Do you know of someone who is having a baby? One of the best gifts in the world to a new or expecting mother is the gift of a home cleaning. It is often a challenge for mother’s towards the end of their pregnancy to get a good cleaning in, even more so after the arrival of a newborn and what better way to relieve this special person in your life than to provide a gift certificate for a home cleaning. Clean Conscience is a residential cleaning company that uses only natural cleaning products and we would be happy to help by providing cleaning services to your friends and family, or perhaps yourself. Give Clean Conscience a call today and give the gift of cleaning!

Things to consider before hiring a housecleaning company

Natalie Norbut / June 24, 2015 / Comments are off for this post.

Many people’s concerns about hiring a housecleaning company is whether they can trust the individuals that are going inside their home, often times without their presence. Doing so, requires a great degree of trust between the individuals and their cleaning company. To help you in this process of determining the right cleaning company for you we have constructed a guideline that anyone should follow in helping you evaluate potential housecleaning candidates. One of the most important factors for any professional service company is whether they return phone calls in a timely manner. The right housecleaning company will return calls promptly whether it is for a customer requesting to schedule an appointment, requesting information, or a complaint. Secondly, does the housecleaning company provide a consistent level of service? This is an extremely important part and a professional cleaning company would utilize a thorough checklist in order to ensure that their cleaning technicians are not missing anything during a home cleaning and providing the customer with a peace of mind. Does the housecleaning company offer a satisfaction guarantee? If a customer is not satisfied with their home cleaning it is very important to know that the company will offer a solution in order to make it right for them. Is the company insured, licensed and bonded? This is an extremely important part of housecleaning companies, in the event that something is lost or damaged during a home cleaning. It creates a peace of mind for the customer knowing that, in the event of damage, their item would be replaced. This is one of the most significant reasons that individuals should carefully evaluate before hiring an individual house cleaner versus hiring a housecleaning company. Does the company conduct background screenings and drug tests? A reputable company will have a very stringent evaluation during their hiring process in order to bring on only the best employees. Will the company provide you with an estimate in writing? Having a written estimate or quote allows you to know exactly what is provided in your home cleaning and eliminates any confusion or misleading fees on your bill. Does the company provide their own cleaning supplies? Just as you would not take your vehicle to a mechanic and the company ask to borrow any supplies, the same policies apply to a housecleaning company. Are they certified by the ARCSI (Association of Residential Cleaning Services International) and do they have a seal of approval for the Better Business Bureau? This certification along with the BBB’s seal of approval let’s you know that you are working with a reputable company. Clean Conscience is a housecleaning company that can attest to all of the above. We work hard to build people’s trust, provide consistent levels of service, provides a satisfaction guarantee, is insured,licensed and bonded, conducts rigid pre-employment screenings, provides written estimates, provides our own cleaning supplies that are all-natural, and we are certified by the ARCSI and we hold a gold seal of approval from the BBB. We offer a variety of home/office cleaning services and whether you are looking for repeat service or a one-time cleaning, give Clean Conscience a call today!

Is your home cleaning company IICRC certified?

Natalie Norbut / June 17, 2015 / Comments are off for this post.

Cleaning technicians play a significant role in maintaining the health of homes, office buildings, and their inhabitants. Highly trained cleaning technicians, such as the technicians employed by Clean Conscience are certified through a highly developed training program through the Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration. Cleaning homes and office buildings has become such an integral part of people’s lives that we often forget to think about the important role that quality cleaning has on our lives. The cleaning technicians at Clean Conscience can recognize a truly clean home because they have studied the microbiology and chemistry behind the soils that we have in our homes and offices. They have been trained on how to properly, efficiently and safely clean a home. Certified cleaning technicians play many roles, but one of the most significant is that they are doing more than simply making it appear that soil is removed but actually improving the indoor environment to promote healthier indoor living. The cleaning technicians at Clean Conscience provide customers with a healthier, safer and cleaner environment. Please give Clean Conscience a call today to schedule a free in-home estimate or perhaps you are in need of a one-time cleaning, we can do that too! Let Clean Conscience certified technicians help create a healthier environment for your family.

Asthma and Allergies Awareness Month

Natalie Norbut / May 20, 2015 / Comments are off for this post.

As some people may be aware, May is “National Asthma and Allergies Awareness Month”. This is most likely because May is also the peak season for allergy and asthma sufferers. Having suffered from asthma as a child growing up, I am fully aware of what molds and activities may trigger an asthma attack for me, as I’m sure most asthma sufferers are. However, many people may be unaware that the products and methods used to clean their home could also be key contributors to some allergic and/or asthmatic issues they may have.

For example, many people may not be aware that fumes from some cleaning products may induce asthma in otherwise healthy individuals. A large and growing body of evidence links frequent use of many ordinary cleaning supplies at home or on the job with development of asthma and other respiratory problems. It is already known that traditional cleaning product fumes may trigger attacks in people previously diagnosed with asthma.

If you or a family member suffer from allergies or asthma, a good defense is air quality. And, while you may not be able to control the air quality outside of your home, you can certainly do something to improve it inside. The first step to higher air quality may be as simple as switching from a traditional cleaner to a greener alternative. If you happen to use a cleaning service, make sure they use Green Seal certified cleaning products, as Clean Conscience does.

Fight Allergies By Cleaning

Natalie Norbut / May 15, 2015 / Comments are off for this post.

This time time of year, many people have their windows open to let in the sweet smells and comfy breezes Spring has to offer. Unfortunately, along with those smells and breezes, a number of allergens seem to make their way into the home as well. Pollen from trees and dust and dirt from freshly cut lawns, overtime can sneak in through window screens and settle on window sills, furniture, and floors; causing allergies for many people. The solution to this problem is a thorough cleaning. However, what you clean isn’t the whole answer, how you clean it can be just as important. Here are a few tips on how to rid your home of allergens this spring.

“Dusting”- When it comes to dusting, try to use microfiber cloths instead of cotton cloths. Cotton cloths can actually spread particles on surfaces and send them back into the air. Microfiber cloths do a much better job of trapping the dust and other allergens on hard surfaces.

“Vacuuming”- The best kind of vacuums to use for people who suffer from allergies, are vacuums with a HEPA filter. These filters prevent smaller particles from blowing back out.

“Mold”- Sometimes it’s not the dust or pollen in the air that causes allergies, but the moisture. Moisture can cause bathroom mold to form. Besides just looking gross, bathroom mold can also cause allergies. The best natural solution for this kind of mold is a combination of water and borax.

Easy Tips for Green Cleaning

Natalie Norbut / May 12, 2015 / Comments are off for this post.

When it comes to cleaning up the house, many people still reach for whatever chemical cleaner is sitting under their sink and just spray away,sometimes using several different traditional cleaners for very similar jobs, not realizing that there are plenty of safe and natural cleaning supplies already in their home. In fact, with just a few simple ingredients, which can be found in most homes, you can tackle a plethora of cleaning tasks. In this article from BLOGS.NaturalNews, they discuss 14 easy green cleaning tips that will assist you in getting your home clean without the need for any chemical-laden traditional cleaners.

14 Easy, Green Cleaning Tricks

Harsh cleaners are commonly chosen to get house cleaning done. Most people are used to using bleach and other harsh chemicals because they feel that that is the only way to get the job done right. They don’t even realize there are healthier ways to get your house clean that won’t put toxic pollutants in the air while still getting great results. You can easily keep your space clean and sanitary the green way with vinegar, salt, lemon juice, baking soda and a few other ingredients found around your house. Here is a look at 14 easy, green cleaning tricks for the whole house.

Glass and Mirrors

Most window cleaners are made with ammonia but you can actually clean them effectively using a half gallon of water and 4 tablespoons of lemon juice mixed together. Use a lint-free rag, cloth diaper, old cotton t-shirt or a microfiber cloth to get the best results. Avoid using paper towels, regular rags that leave lint or newspapers that will leave a mess. You can also clean mirrors with vinegar and water mixtures.

Furniture Polishing

Polish for wood, metal and other surfaces are made with some of the most poisonous chemicals. Polish is made with petroleum distillates and solvents which are hazardous. Instead, try a mixture of 2 parts olive oil, 1 part lemon juice and apply it to your wooden furniture with a soft cloth. If that’s too oily, Care2 says you should reverse the formula to use more vinegar or lemon juice and less oil. It’ll shine and smell great. Of course, always test a small area first as you would with any of your traditional cleaners.

Bathroom Tips

For the showers in your home, mix baking soda and all-natural dish soap to remove soap scum from shower doors. Clean the tub by letting vinegar or lemon juice and hot tap water soak for a while before scrubbing with a brush. Use a spray bottle filled with white vinegar and water to clean the shower curtain, which will also help deter the growth of mold (turn on fans when showering to suction the steam and moisture out of the air too). Synergy Maids recommends cleaning the toilet and sink with vinegar and baking soda rather than bleach and then mop the floor with vinegar.

Kitchen Tips

For the kitchen, you’ll want to wipe the faucet with a cotton ball soaked in rubbing alcohol to make it sparkle. If you have granite counter tops, wipe off the grease and debris with a dishcloth dipped in warm water and mild dish soap. To disinfect and shine, take a mixture of half rubbing alcohol and half tap water and wipe it clean (Make sure your granite has a good seal) . For sticky messes, use a drop of lemon essential oil with a cotton ball or rub with a lemon rind.

For your pots and pans, cut a lemon in half, spray it with water, sprinkle with salt and then scrub with the lemon. This is a safer and very effective way to clean. If you have grease on the stove, try baking soda which will also work on counter tops. Stainless steel sinks will clean well with baking soda and a damp sponge.

Floors

For vinyl floors, simply dip your cloth into lemon juice and rub it on stained areas. For carpets, make sure you vacuum thoroughly and then clean the carpets with a steam cleaner. If it’s just spots, spray with a vinegar and water mix, place a damp cloth on it and let a clothes iron sit on it for a few minutes at a time until it comes up. You can also mix salt, borax and white vinegar to place on stained areas before vacuuming.

Metal Work

Metal work that needs attention can be cleaned the green way as well. Most metal polishes for brass, copper, chrome and stainless steel contain ammonia and acid. Clean copper and brass the green way using salt, vinegar and flour. Make a paste with the three ingredients, rub it onto the item with a soft cloth, let it dry out for an hour and then wipe it off with a clean cloth.

When you’re ready to clean your home in a healthier way, try these easy green cleaning tips to get the job done effectively without allowing toxic chemicals to get into the air you breathe.

The winner of the Mother’s Day free year of home cleaning service is….

Natalie Norbut / May 11, 2015 / Comments are off for this post.

Clean Conscience held it’s first Mother’s Day promotional giveaway this year, which consisted of a year of free housecleaning to one lucky mom. We had a huge response from this event and we are proud to announce the winner of one year of free housecleaning to Beth B. from Denver, Colorado. We sincerely appreciate the great response we received from this giveaway and we hope that if you are in need of a home cleaning service that you will consider calling Clean Conscience to set-up a free in-home estimate, or perhaps you are needing only a one-time cleaning, we can do that too!