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Earlier this year, we talked about inexpensive ways to keep your refrigerator organized, and now we want to take it a step further to share how to stay on top of keeping your fridge clean to prevent waste. According to experts at Futurity, on average, Americans throw away a third of the food they buy, which comes to around $1,900 a year per household that is getting spoiled. Hence the reason we want to share some ways you can reduce the amount of food going into the garbage by keeping your fridge clean. 1. Eat Me First Box If you notice that something you bought is getting close to the expiration date, put it in this designated box so that you can create meals around those items first. We recommend putting anything that needs to be used up in a week or so in there first. Then each week adding […]

Clutter – whether a little or a lot – is a part of all our homes and lives from time to time. Sometimes, despite our best intentions it can creep into our homes and take root. Even if the clutter is not overwhelming your household, it can still impact your day-to-day living, both physically and mentally. When there are many areas in your home that need tidying up and decluttering, it can lead you to feel exhausted and on edge. At Diamond Maids, we understand this feeling, which is why we’re sharing the top three rules that you can utilize to declutter your home today. 1. Don’t Hold On To Things Out Of Guilt We all have an item or a few that we’ve kept out of guilt. Maybe you received a birthday present from someone you love that you’ve never used but felt bad about giving away. Or even […]

The pantry is often the last place to get cleaned, yet we often dream of having a Pinterest-perfect space. It might not feel obtainable due to a busy schedule, but it doesn’t mean it’s impossible. Don’t worry. It’s never  too late. Your pantry can and will be looking beautiful in no time with these simple steps. Follow along. 1. Break It into Zones Stop! Before you overwhelm yourself with trying to figure out where to start, take a deep breath. Depending on the size of your pantry, break it up into different zones. It’s important to remember that everyone is unique, so it’s okay if you don’t have something on this list or you have to add something. -Canned Goods -Baking -Dry Goods (Pasta, Rice, Grains, Nuts, etc.) -Snacks -Backstock (Toilet Paper, Paper Towels, etc.) Now, once you decided how you wanted to section off your pantry, it’s time to […]

There’s this well-known quote that says, “Cleaning with kids in the house is like brushing your teeth while eating Oreos.” -Unknown. It doesn’t have to be this way. If you’ve ever been in this situation of struggling to get the kids to help with the cleaning, we want to share some tips to get your kids pitching in without a fight. Use the strategies below: 1. Remove the Concept That Cleaning Is a Punishment We’ve all been there at one time or the other when our parents used extra chores as a punishment, when we did something wrong, leading to kids hating to clean even more. Rather than making them feel as though cleaning is a chore or a punishment, try showing them that by getting things done around the house, you’re able to go and have fun afterward. Plus, we recommend trying not to have a frustrated tone when […]