Tag: Clean

Laminate, wood, tile, concrete, stainless steel, and granite are the most common materials used for home counters. When choosing a surface, appearance and price are always the top priorities. However, homeowners should also consider the sanitary properties of each material.

In an experiment published by the Hospitality Institute of Technology and Management in 1991, each of these six materials was tested to see which was the easiest to sanitize. A sample of each surface was treated with E. coli, the bacteria responsible for food poisoning. Afterward, each sample was washed with regular dishwashing soap and a washcloth and then rinsed. This simple wash and rinse experiment replicated common household cleaning practices.

There are only about 50 public geothermal plants right now, with 90% of the energy coming from California. In addition many individual businesses are building their own plants. A Reno gambling hall just agreed to build its own $8 million power plant. Other local businesses are also looking to this investment.

Taking care of the carpets in your home can be frustrating. When theyre fresh and clean, theyre a joy, but it sometimes it seems you just turn around and your carpet is looking dirty and not smelling so fresh either. So, how can you keep your carpets clean and looking good without using a bunch of chemicals. Heres some ideas ...