en-ushttp://www.housekeepingchannel.com/a_rss/ Housekeeping Articles on HousekeepingChannel.com http://www.housekeepingchannel.com/a_811-Ants_How_to_Stop_An_Insect_Home_Invasion Simple, less-toxic solutions that actually work to eradicate ants. Wed, 08 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.housekeepingchannel.com/a_810-Clean_Away_those_Extra_Calories And as far as fitness programs go, cleaning is inexpensive. It requires very little equipment, you won't need pricey athletic wear, and there is no monthly membership fee. Tue, 07 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.housekeepingchannel.com/a_809-Royal_Flush_Bathroom_Cleaning_Tips Bathroom cleaning tips from the Queen of Clean. Fri, 03 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.housekeepingchannel.com/a_807-Keep_Carpet_Like_New_Take_the_Right_Steps These tips can help you keep your carpet looking newer, longer - saving time and money. Tue, 30 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.housekeepingchannel.com/a_808-Financial_Housekeeping_Recession_Survival_Tips Financial advice from personal finance guru Suze Orman, and the IEHA. Tue, 30 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.housekeepingchannel.com/a_805-Redefining_Spring_Cleaning__ Is spring cleaning obsolete? Here's a new definition. Mon, 22 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.housekeepingchannel.com/a_806-13_Ideas_to_Control_Household_Clutter A baker's dozen ideas for getting control of clutter. Mon, 22 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.housekeepingchannel.com/a_804-RIDs_15_Steps_You_Can_Take_to_Reduce_Your_Risk_of_a_Hospital_Infection Most of us will have to go into the hospital some day. Here are specific steps you can follow to protect yourself from hospital infections. Mon, 15 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.housekeepingchannel.com/a_803-Six_Houseplants_You_Cant_Kill So you want houseplants - but you don't have a green thumb? No problem! Sun, 14 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.housekeepingchannel.com/a_802-Organizing_Your_Kid%92s_Room Your child can organize. Here is how. Tue, 09 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.housekeepingchannel.com/a_801-Airing_Dirty_Laundry_Issues A 1999 University of Arizona study found 25% of home washing machines were contaminated with fecal bacteria. Several factors were implicated in contributing to the contamination of the washers. Thu, 04 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.housekeepingchannel.com/a_798-Key_to_a_Clean_Carpet_Use_a_CRI_Certified_Vacuum There is one simple step to improving the cleanliness of your carpet and the indoor air quality in your home: regular vacuuming with a CRI-certified machine. Tue, 02 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.housekeepingchannel.com/a_799-Wondering_What_Your_Cleaning_Style_Is_Take_the_Quiz_ Find out about your cleaning style, and take steps to improve your housekeeping. Tue, 02 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.housekeepingchannel.com/a_800-Pets_and_People_Protecting_Your_Carpet The United States is home to some 68 million dog owners and 73 million cat owners, according to the American Pet Products Manufacturers Association. That's a lot of love-and a lot of carpet stains. Accidents on carpet require quick cleanup to remove bacteria and odor. Tue, 02 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.housekeepingchannel.com/a_797-Q_and_A_Exploring_Myths_About_Carpet Few flooring materials have generated more vigorous discussion than carpet. Why? Many people misunderstand its maintenance requirements or assume that carpet is just an unhealthy product. This Q&A dispels common myths about carpet. Mon, 01 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0400