Cleaners in South Florida are sweeping up the cash. Housekeepers in South Florida are making about $150,000 a year as the influx of new, rich residents has created bidding wars for high-end cleaners, staffing companies told NBC News. “I have been placing staff for 30 years, and I’ve never seen anything like this,” said April … Read more
One in five parents would trade going on their yearly vacation to get out of spring cleaning. A recent poll of 2,000 parent homeowners with kids under 17 found that, for many, spring isn’t all rainbows and butterflies. In fact, 83% agreed that spring is the most difficult season to keep their homes clean. So … Read more
Press pause and start cleaning. A mom from Western Australia has revealed the household item that everyone forgets to clean after noticing it had built up a decade’s worth of filth. Not once did she think about cleaning her TV remote in the 13 years since she bought her TV. It’s important to take the … Read more
Don’t get a room with an eww. NYC board-certified dermatologist Charles Puza, who studied at Harvard and Duke universities, is sharing four tips for staying in hotel rooms — check for bedbugs, avoid touching TV remotes and uncovered glassware, ignore the free toiletries, and say hi to your neighbors. “No. 1, make sure your hotel is not on the … Read more
There was a “monster” in the bathroom. A UK couple realized every child’s worst nightmare after discovering a gothic gargoyle behind the toilet of their 700-year-old home. “I couldn’t believe it. I shouted up to my wife and said ‘I’ve found a thing,” cybersecurity worker Rory Vorster, 41, told South West News Service while recounting … Read more
Birds are singing, flowers are blooming, daylight is going the extra mile — and Aries season is raging. Yes, friends, spring hath sprung and with it the ancient call to begin again. Human behavior is intrinsically tied to seasonal patterns and natural cycles. Our energy levels dip when less daylight is available as darkness triggers … Read more
If you’ve gotten into the habit of lugging your wool knits, cashmere cardigans and silk blouses to the nearest dry cleaners, this news may transform your laundry routine — and your budget. Turns out, ‘Dry Clean Only’ could be a total lie. “It’s just easier for a lot of brands to just put that on everything,” … Read more
Liberal talk show host Jimmy Kimmel spoke on his show about how surprisingly clean Japan is in comparison to the U.S. and even Europe, joking that Japanese people associate Americans with garbage. While American cities struggling with rampant homelessness, crumbling infrastructure and crime is a popular point of discussion in American politics, Kimmel gave a monologue Monday on … Read more
According to research, people in Idaho and Maine are the most meticulous when it comes to having a clean home. A recent poll of 100 Americans from each of the 50 states investigated the cleaning habits of each and found that, on average, respondents in Idaho and Maine spend the most time per session cleaning … Read more
It can turn into a subzero cesspool. People have a literal blind spot when it comes to cleaning their ice box: A UK influencer freaked out homeowners after detailing a little-known hole in their fridge that can get clogged with slime even if the rest of the appliance is spotless. “Don’t forget to clean your … Read more
Australians are not washing their undergarments nearly as much as they should be but Gen Z are the worst by far. Earlier this week the Laundry Care Report 2024 by LG Electronics, which looks at laundry habits and mishaps, was released. The report found that one in five Australians were wearing their undergarments two times … Read more
Take care of your bed or lose it forever. Believe it or not, your mattress is likely a cesspool of nitty gritty dirt and bacteria hiding in plain sight, experts warn. Up to a million dust mites, known for causing pesky respiratory issues and unsightly skin conditions, can move around a mattress at any given … Read more
Veteran actor Santiago Cabrera has been part of the superhero world (“Heroes”), domestic dramas (“Big Little Lies”) and sci-fi franchises (“Star Trek: Picard”). Now, he’s entering the crime-thriller world of the Fox hit “The Cleaning Lady.” “I like to shake things up,” Cabrera, 45, told The Post, referring to his disparate genres. “I didn’t do … Read more
Declutter your space — and your brain. Experts suggest that something as simple as cleaning the space around you can improve your mental health. Dr. Faith Coleman, a family practice doctor and medical journalist, wrote on StudyFinds.com that while a mess might seem like a small job, it’s taking up more space in your mind … Read more
We’ve been taken to the cleaners. Consumers are beginning to understand that clothes with “dry clean only” labels don’t always require professional servicing — and that there are easy home remedies to get the job done instead. “Most clothing manufacturers put ‘dry clean only’ when a normal wash at home would be just fine,” experts … Read more
Her TV alter ego Thony De La Rosa on Fox’s “The Cleaning Lady” is used to mopping up messes (of the criminal variety). But at home, actress Élodie Yung admits to Alexa, “I’m a tornado, nothing is ever organized!” You couldn’t tell that from her red-carpet snaps, where she shines in the likes of Christian … Read more
What’s on the menu? Germs, according to experts. Harmful bacteria could be lurking in your kitchen and your dinner could come with a side of health risks if you’re not careful. Here’s a list of the top five dirtiest places in your kitchen and a little about how to keep them cleaner. Refrigerator meat and … Read more
If you’ve cleaned everything but the kitchen sink, your health may be at risk. A buildup of gunk in your sinks could be the culprit behind your lingering cough, cold and even ear infection, according to experts. “Plugholes [drains] can become full of nasties if you’re not looking after them. Not only can blockages harm … Read more
It was “Extreme Makeover: Graveyard Edition.” A cleaning influencer has stirred up controversy after tidying up neglected graves sans permission — because she feels that “everyone deserves a beautiful resting place.” Videos of the tomb bather’s morbid-seeming maintenance routines have amassed millions of views on TikTok. “I’m at the graveyard at night cleaning this abandoned … Read more
This unorthodox mom is defending her fresh take on keeping her kids clean. Sharon Johnson, a Utah mother of six, confessed her children bathe twice a week, which has many people concerned over the lack of hygiene. “Bath and shower days are Sunday and Wednesday if you need a bath in between that then absolutely … Read more