en-ushttp://www.housekeepingchannel.com/a_rss/ Housekeeping Articles on HousekeepingChannel.com http://www.housekeepingchannel.com/a_1044-The_Housekeeping_Channel_HC_and_National_Wood_Flooring_Association_NWFA_Form_Educational_Partnership Housekeeping Channel and the National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) have entered into an educational partnership to assist consumers in the care of wood floors. Fri, 18 May 2012 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.housekeepingchannel.com/a_1043-Laundry_Room_Checklist Organizing your laundry room not only keeps it looking clean, it is one quick and easy way to help keep you and your family safe. Use this checklist when you are organizing your laundry room, doing spring cleaning or just need a quick review of safety tips. Thu, 10 May 2012 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.housekeepingchannel.com/a_1041-White_Cloud_Flushes_the_Competition_in_Consumer_Reports_Toilet_Paper_Ratings Products with "green" claims prove weak; Plus, tips on how to choose and the latest brands to be downsized. Wed, 09 May 2012 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.housekeepingchannel.com/a_1042-Bags_from_Hefty_and_Glad_Top_Consumer_Reports_Tests_of_10_Trash_Bags Which trash bags hold up the best? Consumer Reports uses some "heavy" testing to find out. Wed, 09 May 2012 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.housekeepingchannel.com/a_1040-Caring_For_Granite_Countertops Granite requires special care and attention because it's a natural stone. Here are a few tips to help you protect your investment. Sun, 06 May 2012 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.housekeepingchannel.com/a_1039-Used_Homeowner_Property_Keep_or_Throw_Away In many cases restoration can cost less than replacement. Sat, 05 May 2012 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.housekeepingchannel.com/a_1038-Creating_a_Clean_and_Healthy_Indoor_Living_Environment There are at least two things that can be done to create a clean and healthy indoor living environment. Sat, 07 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.housekeepingchannel.com/a_1037-Do_You_Know_Where_Your_House_is_Wasting_Water Each year, the average American home wastes more than 10,000 gallons of water on easy-to-fix household leaks. Wed, 04 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.housekeepingchannel.com/a_1036-Cooling_Down_Your_Clutter_Hot_Spots Is clutter taking over your kitchen, desk top, entryway, nightstand, and even your car? Learn how to get those hot spots organized and clutter-free! Wed, 28 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.housekeepingchannel.com/a_1035-Windows_Blinds_Curtains_and_Carpets_Top_Targets_for_Spring_Cleaners Spring cleaning is still a tradition for many Americans - 62 percent of those surveyed say spring cleaning is an annual ritual in their home. Mon, 26 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.housekeepingchannel.com/a_1034-Celebrating_Earth_Day...in_the_Laundry_Room Wash, fold, and remain environmentally conscious. Fri, 23 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.housekeepingchannel.com/a_1033-During_and_After_National_Flood_Safety_Awareness_Week Floods are one of the most common hazards in the United States, however not all floods are alike. Some floods develop slowly, while others such a flash floods, can develop in just a few minutes and without visible signs of rain. Additionally, floods can be local, impacting a neighborhood or community, or very large, affecting entire river basins and multiple states. What can you do after the flood? Sat, 17 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.housekeepingchannel.com/a_1032-Laundry_Room_Safety_When_Washing_Clothes_Close_Your_Detergent_After_Use ACI Survey: 12% of Americans "sometimes, rarely or never" seal detergent containers immediately after use. Thu, 15 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.housekeepingchannel.com/a_1031-Risks_of_Water_Fire_and_Mold_Damage Life is full of surprises, and not all of them good! Depending on the severity of the incident, picking up the pieces and putting things back as they were can be a challenge many homeowners would rather avoid. Tue, 06 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.housekeepingchannel.com/a_1030-Bed_Bugs_and_What_to_Do_About_Them If the thought of bed bugs attacking your home has you scratching already, here are tips to help you figure out if you have bed bugs, and what to do about them. Fri, 17 Feb 2012 00:00:00 -0500