Ready for long evenings? Barbecues? Cold Margaritas to relax the nights away?
We are, too.
Here are some tips on getting you ready for Spring:
*Changing the clocks means testing Smoke Detectors or changing their batteries.
*Checking your Air Conditioning Filters to Improve Indoor Air Quality. Don't recycle your Winter dust and allergens!
*Get Moving! Take advantage of the longer days to take evening walks, hit some balls at the driving range, or whatever you love to do that's active! Not only might you feel a little bit more energized, but you're getting a jump start on your "Beach Body" for Summer.
*Take a look at some of those old Winter clothes that you never wore this year. What a perfect time to clear out some space while doing a great thing...donate those old clothes and help those who can't afford them!
*Find time to volunteer for an organization that you believe in. For me, it's the Humane Society this Spring!
*And, of course, this is the perfect time for Spring Cleaning. Don't forget about your carpets and rugs. Visit us at www.callfosters.com to learn more about the Healthy Benefits of having clean carpets.
Natural Spring Cleaning Solutions:
All-purpose Spray Cleaner: Combine in a spray bottle: 1/2 tsp Washing Soda, 1/2 tsp Borax, 1/2 tsp vegetable oil-based soap, 2 Tbsp vinegar and 2 cups of hot water. Shake well until fully dissolved. For extra cleaning power increase Borax to 1 tsp. Spray and wipe clean.
Mold: To kill mold use full-strength vinegar. To keep mold under control spray affected areas with diluted vinegar regularly.
Musty Smells: Combine 1 tsp of tea tree oil and 1 cup of water in a spritzer bottle. Spray the area, but don't wipe it off.
Moisture Problems: Mold and mildew thrive in moist, warm areas. To keep these areas under control place containers of clean kitty litter in "out of the way areas" to absorb moisture.
Cutting Boards: Wipe with vinegar or baking soda or lemon slices or celery.
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Hopefully, some of these tips and ideas will get you up and running for Spring.
Give us your suggestions, also. We'd love to pass them along in next weeks post.
Until next time...
