Things My Boyfriend Never Washed

November 4, 2017 | By Taylor AuthorMy First Apartment

When I visited my long-distance boyfriend’s apartment for the first time, I discovered that the organized persona he put on in front of me was just that. He and his roommate were unaware of some of the most basic housekeeping necessities. Like washing things. Please, learn from their mistakes! The dish towel There was a…

5 Ways You Can Declutter Your Apartment Today

October 7, 2017 | By Dedreanna AuthorMy First Apartment

Every Fall I get the urge to declutter my space. It’s like my own version of Spring cleaning, except it’s “all of my stuff needs to go” Autumn. If you’ve got the declutter bug like I do, here are 5 simple ways that you can declutter your apartment today. 1. Get Rid of the Knick…

Add These 5 Quick Cleaning Hacks for Your Nightly Routine

September 25, 2017 | By Sarah AuthorMy First Apartment

It’s easy to get into a good nightly routine once you’ve moved into your first apartment, and it will happen no matter what! If you’re intentional with you time, you can get into a routine that is beneficial to your own mental well-being, and your apartment too! Check out these quick cleaning hacks and add…

Should You Hire a Professional Cleaner?

June 29, 2017 | By Alex AuthorMy First Apartment

As a first-time renter, you’ve just started your career and you’re on your own for the first time. You often don’t have a lot of money and you’re just learning how to seriously follow a budget. A cleaning service is for the wealthy, for those older than you, totally unnecessary. Right? Mostly, yes. But there…

Spring Cleaning: 5 Basic (and Best!) Cleaning Tools

March 4, 2017 | By Chloe AuthorMy First Apartment

It’s first weekend in March, time for spring cleaning! But before you start, make sure you have the right tools for the job. This five piece tool kit will get you through every apartment cleaning task! Any broom, dustpan, vacuum, mop, and bucket will work for the job – but, they might not work well.…

How to Find Time to Clean the Apartment

May 18, 2016 | By Sammie AuthorMy First Apartment

Everyone likes a clean home. Not everyone likes to clean. Not everyone seems to have the time to clean. Whether or not you enjoy the process, keeping your place clean is necessary. Its better for both your physical and mental health I am a clean freak. When the place isn’t clean, my stress levels are…

Spring Cleaning: A Clean Place and a Happy You!

April 20, 2016 | By Kristen AuthorMy First Apartment

Winter has finally made her way out. Like any storm passing through, the season has left a mess, and I’m not just talking about the salt covered roads. There’s that pile of papers that you just didn’t have time to put away or that chair in your room that has a stack of clothes. Your…

Wash or Toss: 6 Everyday Items You Are Probably Forgetting To Clean

November 10, 2015 | By Jennie AuthorMy First Apartment

Certain commonly used household items are often forgotten about when you do you weekly (or monthly) apartment cleaning. Think sponges, shower curtains, A/C filters. These items can get just as dirty and bacteria-ridden as your toilet, but are you cleaning them enough? Here is a quick guide on when to replace, wash or toss as…

Inspiring Joy: Words Of Wisdom From The Life Changing Magic Of Tidying Up by Marie Kondo

October 1, 2015 | By J Simpson AuthorMy First Apartment

“Clean your room! Do your dishes!” Do these words fill your veins with ice cubes? Does contemplating your closets and silverware drawers make you want to file your taxes, schedule a dentist appointment, or volunteer for community service – anything to avoid cleaning or organizing your apartment? Many of us carry trauma around the idea…

Stay Clean & Green With These Natural Products!

October 29, 2013 | By Chloe AuthorMy First Apartment

Natural Apartment Cleaning By Chloe Mydlowski Some of us enjoy cleaning, some absolutely dread it, and some have yet to really get their hands dirty. As a once-upon-a-time professional cleaner, I will let you in on a few secrets to make the process greener, easier, and less expensive. Add these tips to my Cleaning Checklist…