Cleaning Tips

Helpful Hacks for the Cottage

Helpful Hacks for the Cottage   Heading up to the cottage this weekend for a little sun and relaxation? These summertime hacks are sure to help.  HOMEMADE FIRE STARTERS Reconnect with your inner girl guide, boy scout or sea cadet to make the best homemade fire starter around. The main ingredient of this DIY is […]

Sidewalk Chalk: So Joyful, So Easy to Clean!        

Sidewalk Chalk: So Joyful, So Easy to Clean! Looking for a family-friendly, low-mess, and inexpensive summer activity? Think chalk art! Getting creative with sidewalk chalk is fun for kids young and old, all you need is a bit of sidewalk, interlocking bricks or playground space. Popular designs include flowers, rainbows, butterflies, smiley faces and hopscotch […]

Canadian Cures for Cabin Fever

Going to work, school, the gym, the mall or out for a coffee with friends has been put on hold indefinitely as we responsibly social distance ourselves from others. It’s not just our daily routines that have been turned upside down, it’s our freedom to come and go that we’re learning to redefine. So it’s […]

Household Chores to Help Your Child Grow

At some point, every parent wonders how old kids should be in order to start assigning weekly chores. Truth is, there is no magic number because kids mature at different rates. What might be appropriate for one child may be too much for another. What we know for sure is that helping out around the […]

How to Keep Clothes Clean on Your Holiday

If you’re one of the lucky ones heading to a beach, ski slope or amusement park this spring break, here are a few tips on how to keep your clothes looking their best while you’re far from laundry facilities. Pack a spot cleaner An instant stain remover (such as Tide to Go) is designed to […]

Let the Snow Put the Fun into Your Family Day

Family Day is celebrated on the second or third Monday of February (depending on the province). First launched in Alberta in 1990, and now celebrated in most provinces across the country, there are endless family festivals and organized events to mark the day. Outdoor activities top our list and we’ve compiled our favourite outdoor winter […]

Cleaning a Gas Fireplace Takes 10 Minutes!

Don’t overlook this quick and simple cleaning task! In today’s blog, our MOLLY MAIDs explain how to clean your gas fireplace in ten minutes or less!

Eco-Friendly Ways to Deck the Halls

If you’re the Martha Stewart type, decorating for the holidays can be as exciting as the actual holiday itself. Plans are made, a colour palette chosen and perhaps a theme is decided. This year, include an additional step in your preparations. Take a moment to consider the environmental impact of your decorating and whether you’re […]

Tips to Jazz Up Packed School Lunches

Worried about your kids leaving their lunches untouched during the school day? We’ve gathered some helpful advice to bring lunches to the next level!

Your 2020 Thanksgiving Cleaning Countdown

Get ahead of the Thanksgiving feast frenzy with our work back cleaning schedule guaranteed to lessen the stress on turkey day!

Tried, Tested and True: How to Clean Back to School Stains

Your kids will undoubtedly be returning from school covered in all kinds of mystery stains. We’ve gathered tried methods to help you tackle the mess!

Tips to Help Your Teen Have a Less-Messy Bedroom

After decades of our own research, we’ve come to the conclusion that instead of a no-mess approach, a less-messy bedroom is a more realistic standard.

How to Clean Up Your Family Bedtime Routine

As nights grow colder and back to school stress amplifies, it’s important to set up your sleep cycle for success!

Ready for Back To School? It’s Time to Restock Lunch Box Supplies

Get back into the routine this school year with these helpful tips from your local Molly Maid!

How to Plan Your Cleanest Camping Trip Ever!

Enjoy your next camping trip to the fullest by keeping your site clean and organized! Follow these expert tips from your local MOLLY MAID