Green Cleaning
To find more space in your pantry area, try eliminating some of the chemical cleaners you currently use. Check with your township office for ways to dispose of these items properly.
Most household cleaning can be done with things you already have on hand – distilled white vinegar, lemons and baking soda.
A solution of vinegar and water in a spray bottle can clean your windows, mirrors, shower doors and faucets.
Fresh lemon cuts through grease and can remove some stains.
Baking soda can be used as a scrub for your counters, sinks and even the toilet!
You'll save space in the pantry and do your part to help the environment in your home and on the planet.
Streamline your wallet
You can lighten your load and protect important personal information by carrying only what you use every day - a debit card, 2 credit cards, driver's license and some cash. The less you put in your wallet the less you'll have to deal with if you wallet is lost or stolen. Photocopy the contents of your wallet to keep in your home files in the event your wallet is lost or stolen. Be sure to copy the information on both sides of your credit cards.
Consider keeping gift cards with your cash so that you'll remember you have them. Carry small labeled envelopes in your purse or tote for receipts and coupons. Keep membership cards for the library, gasoline and warehouse shopping locked in your glove compartment so they're handy.
Kitchen Space
Save kitchen space by placing a free standing shelf as an entertainment/hospitality center at the bottom of basement stairs for serving dishes & small appliances used only occasionally. Kitchen space is best reserved for items used daily or weekly.
Cut down paper towel and paper napkin use (and kitchen drawer space) by folding or rolling a dozen dish towels in a large basket or salad bowl. Keep the container handy for drying dishes, wiping counters and everyday family dinner napkins.
Laundry
To save time sorting laundry, instead of using one large laundry hamper in the bathroom use two apartment size - one for lights and one for darks. Less sorting and you'll know when you have a full load of each.
Utility Room
When using tape that is not in a dispenser, fold down a corner between uses to find edge easily.
RESOURCES:
Delaware County Recycling
- household hazardous waste drop-off
Chester County Recycling
- household hazardous waste drop-off
Goodwill
- accepts household items, clothing, shoes and electronics
Purple Heart
- accepts clothing and shoes and will do pickups
Earth911
- listing of recycling centers
Donate My Dress
- special occasion wear for teens who cannot afford a prom dress
Habitat for Humanity ReStore
- use sale proceeds to fund construction of Habitat homes.
Cell Phones for Soldiers
- donates calling cards for overseas troops
Fluorescent Lightbulbs
- recycling locations near you for lightbulbs containing mercury
Dead Batteries
- recycle dead batteries at your local electronics store, Lowes or Home Depot
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