Ike victims get Texas tax relief, too
Residents of and businesses located in 88 Texas counties that were declared disaster areas as a result of Hurricane Ike are eligible for certain ... bill. The state never imposes sales tax on labor for residential repairs. Services used to restore storm-damaged property, including dry cleaning of clothing and draperies; rug and carpet cleaning [more...]
Date: 2008-09-17 19:10:13
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Remembering Dec. 17th (a “special” massage) & The stomach flu is the DEVIL
Holy all that is nasty, Batman. My kid has the grossest virus EVER. I just finished dry heaving in the corner for the twelfth time tonight ... up puking on the wood floor and totally missing the rug by a few inches, which is great, because cleaning ... wood floor cleaner. Cleaning the rug involves a call to the Rug Doctor and a hundred and fifty bucks [more...]
Date: 2008-12-19 06:49:04
Gotta love those Olefin rugs...Just another Public Service announcement from "At Home"
It's rug cleaning time at the At Home compound..and I wanted to move a rug from storage back into the big dining area redo... ... our gazebo.Most of the time it's dry. No fancy rug services, no toxic chemicals and no extra cost. Dirty rugs ... are made out of, it's just woven differently, and they recommend hosing for cleaning.. That means [more...]
Date: 2008-07-19 03:46:00
6 Tips for Organizing the Entryway to Your Home…
Ok! ... that not only keeps clutter down, but dirt to a minimum is to have a rug at the door to clean off shoes ... when the umbrellas are dry to throw the water out before mold sets in.) 5. Have a place to hang [more...]
Date: 2008-10-29 06:43:39
Deluxe Steam Mop + 3 Micro Filters
The Deluxe Steam Mop will allow you to clean all your household flooring with ease! ... your carpets and rugs damp like some other steam cleaners or carpet shampooers as it emits ‘dry’ [more...]
Date: 2008-09-08 08:50:03
Every Artist Needs a Studio Dog
September 26, 2008 by Lisa My drawing is progressing though it can be likened to watching paint dry since every leaf in that tree outside ... to a carpet cleaning commercial where the dog does something vulgar and the mother screams ... her in, she will head straight for my favorite rug. Mais, j’aime ma chienne. (But, I love my dog [more...]
Date: 2008-09-26 14:12:30
Cleaning house
I'm trying to clean house. No, I'm not dusting, wiping down the fridge, or washing windows, ... it on my living room area rug to take the photograph, because it was too large for my work table. The next step will be to dry brush various acrylics over the piece in order to obtain some cohesion. [more...]
Date: 2008-09-25 10:15:00
secrets of a house stager via thisoldhouse.com
weigh in here! 2. You believe in the power of real estate “stagers.” Meesha wrote: “I’m convinced that the effort we put into staging our home ( ... about this Gee’s Bend Quilt design appropriated as a rug. Want some interest in your garden without the hassle of a water feature? Check out Sunset’s guide to building a dry creek bed. (It looks [more...]
Date: 2008-10-09 14:59:50
Cabin Fever
I have had my fill of rain. Actually it takes very little to get me full of bad weather. Like my grandmother before me, I am a spring-summer girl. I love it hot and dry. But lately it’s been either cold or wet or worse, both. We haven’ ... on the powder room. He has #1 caulking windows, and I have #2 cleaning up the kitchen. I just did a coat [more...]
Date: 2009-01-03 22:01:51
A Playful Stitch
"Hey, San-San! Wanna play?" It was Brad bugging her again. He smacked lips together, chewing on a stick of Big Red gum. His favorite ... in their cleaning, drinking, and bathing. Enjoy it while they could. Gray tennis shoes covered in dust slid over the dry, cracked ground as Sandra rose to her feet. Not even the ground stayed wet [more...]
Date: 2008-12-18 00:10:34
Nice (and Clean!)
"Where'd you go?" Bailey asked, stopping by my office after lunch. "I ran an errand," I offered vaguely, immediately asking how her weekend went ... . "I don't get spring cleaning," she said. "But fall cleaning - because you spend all winter inside ... pondering for a moment. "I had a coupon. So I bought a rug scrubber," I said sheepishly. "I love mine [more...]
Date: 2008-10-14 00:02:00
making myself at home
my main weekend activity consisted of painting the low bookshelf seen below which husband brilliantly constructed out of MDF (that shit is heavy) ala handy andy on BBCs changing rooms. and then once it was dry, i got to put books and other fun stuff on it. and we finally got to finish hanging our collection of architectural drawings. my late [more...]
Date: 2009-01-04 19:33:00
A week to make me weak.
Last week was one of those weeks that happened and now I'm looking back wondering WHY? How? What THE?!! ... of thunder. I laid in my warm dry bed saying to myself, "You are an idiot, of course it will rain ... I holler, "Where is HE?!" "Mom, I'm right here." Seth was crouched in a heap holding his hand on the rug [more...]
Date: 2008-10-01 18:43:00
Product Rave
Jason got me this cool little gadget for Christmas!It's the Woolite Rug Stick. It's for cleaning your carpets and rugs. Now.. ... the area. It really fluffs up the pile, and did a nice job of cleaning. My carpets look really ... .it's not a steam cleaner, so don't expect it to lift impossible stains...but if you have some high [more...]
Date: 2009-01-02 03:35:00
Change it Up with FLOR!!!
FLOR is an online modular flooring tile company that gives you the ability to design your own stylish rug, carpet, and runners quickly and easily ... a rug suitable for any room in your home or office. Flor is committed to caring for our planet ... particular on how I decorate my home and my living room area has desperately needed an area rug for some time [more...]
Date: 2008-11-03 07:31:15
Zone Cleaning
Recently, I've received a couple of e-mails from readers who are confused about what I mean when I refer to "zone cleaning." Well, here's the thing - I despise cleaning. I really, really hate it. I would rather cook, or do laundry, or even pay bills. Cleaning just makes me really crabby, because it seems like I'm [more...]
Date: 2008-11-06 13:22:00
Sparkle, Sparkle, Little Floor....
Sure, you vacuum, you sweep, you mop... but when is the last time you really gave any thought to the correct way to clean your floors? ... can be updated. Carpets: Many of our homes have carpet on the floors - We do (although I longingly dream ... hardwood.) To keep your carpet looking great, it's important to vacuum regularly (daily in the traffic [more...]
Date: 2008-07-21 21:44:15
Stoking Up The Woodstove: Winter’s First Ritual
From Gene Logsdon Garden Farm Skills We try to wait until towards the end of November here in Ohio to start up the stove that keeps ... , and filled the woodbox with dry branch twigs to use for kindling. I am ready. Heating effectively ... , the wood should be cut and split and allowed to dry for two years in the rick. Dry wood throws [more...]
Date: 2008-11-18 16:39:09
Ooo, she knew how to look on the internet
It isn't that hard to search on the internet and find laws like that. Alabama It is illegal for a driver to be blindfolded while operating a vehicle. Dominoes may not be played on Sunday. It is illegal to wear a fake moustache that causes laughter in church. Putting salt on a railroad track may be punishable by death [more...]
Date: 2008-12-18 17:06:43
Send the goon squad that assassinated the Humble Farmer packing--they did more damage to MPBN than any other duo in history.
Hi Radio Friends.Today I was chatting with a tv producer in Maine who told me that a lot of letters with my name in them were appearing in the Bangor Daily news about the financial problems at Maine Public Broadcasting. My producer friend said that MPBN is shutting down transmitters in Fort Kent and Calais to save money [more...]
Date: 2008-12-27 02:34:00
The Importance of Pet Insurance
Pet Insurance Review Ben and Nora VandenBerghe love Labrador retrievers so much that as soon as they put an offer on their home in Edmonds, WA, a little more than a year ago, they purchased two Lab puppies, a male and a female, from a reputable breeder.The male, a yellow Lab named Gus, was your typical, lovable Lab [more...]
Date: 2008-11-22 13:27:00
2 years old
Dear Little,I can't keep up with you. You've been pushing me along at your own pace since before you were born. From sending me into labor 3 weeks early, to a shotgun delivery, literally less than 4 hours from when I noticed the contractions to when you emerged, your fist next to your head, [more...]
Date: 2008-12-19 07:00:00
Carpet Cleaning Improves Its Look And Health
oriental rugs When you have invested a good sum of money in new carpets for your home or you have bought beautiful area rugs, ... . In addition to the obvious things that collect in your carpet, such as dirt and dust, there are also ... for regular carpet cleaning obvious. As these microscopic organisms build up in your carpeting [more...]
Date: 2008-12-31 02:07:09
Top Ten Ways to Green The White House, Inside and Out
Barack is talking about putting in a basketball court. Michelle is picking out china ... efficiency. Plug computers and other office equipment into power strips that turn on and off automatically ... down in the evening and up (but just to 68 degrees in winter) during the day. 4. Make cleaning [more...]
Date: 2008-12-21 13:04:54
Pet News - Pet Advice - Pet Photos
Advice for Pet Ownersby Arden Moore - Washington PostInexpensive Pet CareWhen money is less available, humans aren't the only species that suffer. Financial setbacks often effect the companions we love most -- pets. But animal expert Arden Moore can give advice on how to provide your pet with sufficient care without going into debt [more...]
Date: 2009-01-11 17:45:00
Pet Stain Odour Removal
FREE Pet Stain & Odour Removal. We all love our pets be it a dog or cat I have had both and have loved every minute of pleasure they give ... . You know those brown stains that show when the carpet drys out, its damage done when cleaning up the spillage by using to much water. So how do you damage your carpet when cleaning up a pet accident [more...]
Date: 2009-01-09 10:23:25
What IS Kawasaki Disease?
The little known KAWASAKI disease was thrust into the spotlight this week with the tragic passing of John and Kelly (Preston) Travolta ’s 16-year-old son, Jett. Though his Kawasaki disease is not presently thought to be related to his untimely passing, the media’s mention of his diagnosis of Kawasaki disease (at age 2) [more...]
Date: 2009-01-03 20:22:21
One of Those Days?
A few minutes ago, as I was sitting at my computer enjoying my morning java and iTunes, ... the initial cleaning is done. I am now waiting for the Nature's Miracle to dry so I can then vacuum ... off and sent them outside, I had the fun of cleaning the mess.Maybe it's just MY dogs [more...]
Date: 2009-01-09 15:35:00
Pet Stain Odour Removal
FREE Pet Stain & Odour Removal We all love our pets be it a dog or cat I have had both and have loved every minute of pleasure they give us ... . You know those brown stains that show when the carpet drys out, its damage done when cleaning up the spillage by using to much water. So how do you damage your carpet when cleaning up a pet [more...]
Date: 2009-01-10 12:21:01
Two Points in Time
A Random Day in 2004She was cleaning in the kitchen with her 4 month old in his bouncy seat, ... air in Colorado was cool and dry, but it was sunny outside. A radio was playing ... . The day consisted of rotating time slots of cleaning, feeding and napping. It was an endless cycle.The [more...]
Date: 2008-12-19 14:48:00
~ memeage, catchup ~
December 15, 2008 meme as i said in the last post but one, i’ve been tagged by a couple of people, and i did promise to catch up, so while i’m here…. 1) from arkonite babe, the a - z of homemaking: 2) from Sharon at Finding Simplicity, also the a-z of homemaking - and Sharon, i hope you feel better soon! 3) [more...]
Date: 2008-12-15 19:40:27
Household cleaning chemicals: The dirty dozen
Household cleaners typically contain chemicals - there should be no gasps of shock or surprise over this non-news ... . Ammonia Products you'll find it in: Ammonia cleaning products, window cleaner such as Windex ... if exposure time is lengthy. Perchloreothylene Products you'll find it in: Carpet-cleaning [more...]
Date: 2008-10-01 04:38:43
Win a BISSELL® PROdry™ Deep Cleaner
I just cleaned my carpet. In the middle of a busy Sunday afternoon. With my toddler and my six year old home. Yes, it was the easiest, fastest carpet cleaning experience you could imagine. I actually ... fast, and I can do it myself — sounds like a perfect carpet cleaning solution! And the BISSELL [more...]
Date: 2008-10-27 12:00:04
Dog Dry Skin - Tips and Treatments
Dog Dry Skin - Tips and Treatments November 28th, 2008 Powered By CbproAds Dog Dry Skin - Tips and Treatments Shiny coat is a sign of healthy pet. Dogs can have all sorts of skin problems and they range in severity from benign to very serious. As Winter approaches and the temperature begins to drop, you notice a new behavior with your dog: [more...]
Date: 2008-11-28 09:53:05
Cosgrove to Stoke Bruerne.
Thursday 4th December. Cosgrove to below the Stoke Bruerne Flight of Locks, 5.2 miles. We had a howler of a night as far as the weather was concerned, which continued into the morning, we were woken firstly by the chimney chain rattling on the chimney, so Keith got up and removed the chain, before climbing back into bed [more...]
Date: 2008-12-08 11:39:00
USES OF SALT…..some you didn’t know
THIS ONE FORGOT TO HIBERNATE . GO MAMA’S WAITING…..GONE… ... a cup of baking soda and dry milk each to one cup of epsom salt and one cup of sea salt .Mix ... .Try and bless me . WINE STAINS If wine spills on the rug and that too an expensive one how many [more...]
Date: 2008-12-26 18:45:51
Philadelphia Carpet Cleaning Solutions
Philadelphia Carpet Cleaning can be complicated, with so many solutions and methods to choose from. No matter what the job is, whether commercial or residential, Main Line Carpet Cleaners is ready ... . When hiring Main Line Carpet Cleaners you can be assured that our well-trained certified [more...]
Date: 2009-01-15 22:55:46
Keeping Busy
It's hard to believe there is only one weekend left between now and Christmas ... . I felted them this morning and I'm waiting for them to be throughly dry before performing ... is great. I'll slap some rug backing onto them and they'll be as good as shoes [more...]
Date: 2008-12-15 00:17:00
Green Me: Spot Shot Carpet Stain & Odor Eliminator
I’m convinced that carpet and children should not co-exist in the same space! ... to the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) the main ingredients in most carpet cleaning solutions are perchloroethylene (used in dry cleaning) and naphthalene. The fumes released can cause dizziness [more...]
Date: 2008-10-04 15:46:23
This little vac is perfect for me! - Electrolux EL1000A2 Pronto Bagless Stick Cyclonic Vacuum
This little vac is perfect for me! - Electrolux EL1000A2 Pronto Bagless Stick Cyclonic Vacuum I bought this vac because of the ease of use ... on my throw rugs but it doesn’t disappoint either. I didn’t expect it to be a dynamo on carpet, I bought it for hard floors. However, it does pick up small pieces of dirt and threads from my carpet [more...]
Date: 2008-12-22 17:40:59
Sisal Carpet Cleaning
Sisal Carpet Cleaning Sisal carpet cleaning is only possible with the method below and our “Carpet Cleaning Network” can provide you with this sisal carpet cleaning service. Call Tina Kimmens Our Carpet Cleaning Network PA 0800 883 0454 anytime up to ten at night any day (UK) FAQ About Sisal How do I care for my natural fibre carpet [more...]
Date: 2009-01-09 10:25:28
a week in the life…
I have decided to jump in a participate in the ali edwards week in the life project. Thanks to chrispea, ... s plan of action was cleaning up. Troy’s coming home on Wednesday Morning and there is another scheduled ... I vacuumed Jalen's rug *and the rest of the upstairs :) I vacuumed Jalen's rug and the rest [more...]
Date: 2008-09-30 10:00:36
Jon Henley speaks to the people doing the jobs no one else wants
Ship's officer The Pride of Kent is 180 metres long, 28 metres wide, and weighs 30,635 tonnes. Fully loaded, she carries 120 trucks, 2,000 passengers, and up to 130 crew. It is, in fact, a small floating town that crosses the Channel between Dover and Calais 10 times every 24 hours [more...]
Date: 2008-12-02 00:05:26
Simple Steps To Keeping Your Home Clean
The easiest way to keep your home clean and organized is to keep your home clean and organized on a daily basis ... directly in the dishwasher and wash and dry any remaining pots and pans or dishes and put them away. Wipe the countertops and table off after each meal. Disposable cleaning clothes come in handy [more...]
Date: 2008-12-24 10:52:23
A Busy Saturday In Our Rug Gallery
After being very slow for a few days, we had a very busy Saturday today. We were at work from 12:00 to 5:30 today ... who had her rug cleaned by a dry cleaning store also brought in a very nice hand tufted rug which ... and a 2 x 8 rugs. Others had rugs for cleaning. Two girls also had a very fine Tabriz rug with water [more...]
Date: 2009-01-11 01:11:00
Dog Training Part V: The Command Voice
Dog Training Part V: The Command Voice January 17th, 2009 Powered By CbproAds Dog Training Part V: The Command Voice When giving commands to a dog, a calm, firm, authoritative voice is most effective. Dogs do not respond well to hesitant, pleading voices, nor to yelling, which might sound to the dog like threatening barking or scolding [more...]
Date: 2009-01-18 01:01:39
Of Birthdays and Things
Dear Reader,We're so glad you've come by today-It's beautiful outside, and we'll be headed out soon to air dry our laundry ( ... had our party, it's back to fun and learning (And cleaning~Audrey found this heart in her mop water [more...]
Date: 2009-01-19 17:15:00
Hoover Steamvac Silver Review
Hoover Steamvac Silver Review Posted by Ince Published in Inspiration The Hoover Steamvac silver home steam vacuum gives you the convenience of ... into the stain with the ease of pressing a button. The Hoover Steamvac silver is perfect for cleaning ... finished cleaning, the steamvac sends hot air into the path of the vacuum so you can do a few dry [more...]
Date: 2008-12-29 14:02:26
Thanksgiving Week Roolz! And: Google Searches!
WOOHOO! I'm off this week and not supposed to be working. Except I am fucking working. I'm just not in the office being stared at by the dirty old man with the bad rug, or being ... at home, thx.Anyhoo, I've been cleaning and preparing the house (read:blogging) for 14 guests [more...]
Date: 2008-11-25 15:30:00
How To Clean A Braided Rug To Keep It To Keep It Spanking Clean
How To Clean A Braided Rug To Keep It To Keep It Spanking Clean How To Clean A Braided Rug To Keep It To Keep It Spanking Clean By: ... of plastic to protect the floor underneath. Use a carpet cleaning machine that sends out jets of water and then suck it up. I would like to add a word of caution here. Dont use carpet cleaners [more...]
Date: 2009-01-08 14:22:05
