Aprons and Strings

2011-01-17T08:18:00.001-08:00

Faith is taking the first step even when you don't see the whole staircase.
Martin Luther King, Jr.

2011-01-03T13:55:00.001-08:00

Start 2011 off right- with a clean home! Let us clean your home into shape at a discounted rate- mention "New Year/Clean Home Special"

2011-01-03T13:54:00.001-08:00

Start 2011 off right- with a clean home! Let us clean your home into shape at a discounted rate-offering a "New Year/Clean Home Special"

2010-12-29T13:18:00.001-08:00

The easiest way to deal with cleaning up after a New Years Eve party is to hire a cleaning service to assist you in the cleanup process.

2010-12-22T12:50:00.003-08:00

Christmas Week is here, and New Year's Eve is on the horizon! Even in the midst of holiday cheer, it's time to look ahead to a clean and organized New Year.

2010-12-22T12:50:00.001-08:00

Christmas Week is here, and New Year's Eve is on the horizon! Even in the midst of holiday cheer, it's time to look ahead to a clean and organized New Year.

2010-12-21T06:48:00.001-08:00

We are offering $30 coupons on cleaning to Vail Valley Realtors and their Clients. Email us at info@apronsandstrings.com for a coupon.

2010-12-18T13:21:00.001-08:00

Focus on cleaning the public areas of your home for guests- Pay close attention to your kitchen, floors and bathrooms.

2010-12-17T06:56:00.001-08:00

This week, every time you're watching TV, use the two-minute commercial breaks to tackle some clutter in the most-used rooms of the house.

2010-12-16T10:53:00.001-08:00

While you clean, listen to books on CD from the library, put on your favorite podcast or dance to high-energy tunes. And when you’re finished, reward yourself with a long, relaxing bath or sweet treat.

2010-12-16T10:50:00.001-08:00

2010-12-15T13:09:00.001-08:00

Specializing in VRBO.com Rental Cleanings and we accept all major credit cards. Call us to book your cleaning today- (970) 390-7282.

2010-11-26T11:37:00.001-08:00

Cleaning Tip-Candlesticks - to clean hardened wax off of candlesticks, place the candlesticks inside the freezer for an hour or more.

2010-11-03T14:35:00.001-07:00

When the month changes, so does your checklist. Need help to give your house a deep clean? Contact Aprons & Strings today for affordable and quality cleaning services.

2010-10-27T15:34:00.001-07:00

The Holidays are right around the corner so that means unpacking cherished holiday mementos. Problem is, after a year of being stored away they they can be invested with dust mites. To improve health around this time of year there is an easy fix. If the item is washable, clean it in hot water. If an item can't get wet or is heat sensitive, put it in a plastic bag and freeze it for 3-5 hrs. The extreme temp change and lack of air will be sure to scare those critters away.

2010-10-27T14:25:00.001-07:00

OFF SEASON SPECIAL: First three cleanings at $25/hr. Contact us today at apronsandstrings.com

2010-10-21T09:22:00.001-07:00

Serving warm holiday meals? Many dishwashers have a waterless "preheat" setting to heat up serving platters and bowls marked "oven safe".

2010-10-18T13:34:00.001-07:00

Do you rent your home on vrbo.com? We provide your housekeeping services and property management in one affordable hourly rate.

2010-07-23T08:00:00.001-07:00

ALWAYS ASKING- "Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow. The important thing is not to stop questioning." Albert Einstein

2010-07-22T08:00:00.001-07:00

BEAUTY AND JUSTICE- "Living well and beautifully and justly are all one thing." Socrates

2010-07-21T08:03:00.001-07:00

TURNING POINT- "There is only one moment in time when it is essential to awaken. That moment is now." The Buddha (c. 563-c.483BCE), India

2010-07-20T08:00:00.001-07:00

DON'T LOOK BACK- "Don't let yesterday use up too much of today." Cherokee Proverb

2010-07-19T08:02:00.001-07:00

"If we take care of the moments, the years will take care of themselves." Maria Edgeworth (1767-1849), England

2010-07-19T08:00:00.001-07:00

Aprons & Strings will be promoting CLEAN LIVING over the next month with quotes and ideas for "Living in the Moment".

2010-07-01T12:58:00.001-07:00

Purses: Never place your purse on the bathroom floor. Hang it on the stall, and clean it inside and out weekly with a disinfecting spray or wipe.

2010-06-24T08:39:00.001-07:00

June is wedding/engagement month. Purchase a Gift Certificate for cleaning services to help calm Bridezilla!

2010-06-24T08:37:00.001-07:00

We are now going to Eagle every other Friday for Housekeeping Services. Spread the word! $25/hour SPECIAL for your first cleaning.

2010-06-16T08:30:00.001-07:00

Place small rugs or mats in high-traffic areas like entryways and hallways to collect dust, dirt and grit, which can scratch hardwood floors.

2010-06-14T08:30:00.001-07:00

When cleaning a hardwood floor, be sure to use a product specifically designed for it.

2010-06-13T08:30:00.001-07:00

Make sure you sweep your floor regularly to remove built-up dust and dirt.

2010-06-12T08:30:00.001-07:00

Cleaning wood floors- Never use a sopping wet mop on a wood floor â€“ it will contract and expand when exposed to changes in the moisture level.

2010-06-11T08:30:00.001-07:00

Always wash hands with warm water and soap for at least 20 seconds to eliminate the most germs.

2010-06-10T08:30:00.001-07:00

Wash hands before every meal, after using the bathroom, and after touching doorknobs or railings in public places.

2010-06-09T08:30:00.001-07:00

Run washing machine empty at a high-temperature occasionally to prevent it becoming a reservoir for germs.

2010-06-08T08:35:00.001-07:00

Dry clothes immediately after washing to prevent build up of germs on damp items.

2010-06-07T08:30:00.001-07:00

Launder clothes, linen, towels, and other fabrics at a high temperature (above 60Â°C)

2010-06-06T08:30:00.001-07:00

An average washing machine load can contain 100 million E.coli at any one time.

2010-06-05T08:30:00.001-07:00

As a general rule of thumb, the lower the washing temperature, water volume, and detergent level, the greater the risk of infection.

2010-06-04T08:30:00.001-07:00

A home hygiene study by the Hygiene Council found that 19% of kitchen surfaces were contaminated with E. coli. This contamination could have come from raw meat which highlights the importance of handling food carefully in the kitchen.

2010-06-03T14:30:00.001-07:00

In the US alone, there are as many as 76 million cases of food-borne illnesses per year, resulting in as many as 5,000 unnecessary deaths.

2010-06-03T08:30:00.001-07:00

Meats that should never be eaten rare- Poultry, pork, hamburgers, sausages, chicken nuggets, and kebabs - They may harbour bacteria throughout.

2010-06-02T14:30:00.001-07:00

Store and prepare raw meat, poultry, and seafood away from other foods.

2010-06-02T08:30:00.001-07:00

Donâ€™t leave cooked food sitting at room temperature for longer than two hours.

2010-06-01T14:30:00.001-07:00

The vast majority of food-borne illnesses occur because food was not handled or cooked properly. The US Center for Disease Control and Prevention has estimated that 50 to 80% of food-borne illnesses happen in the home.

2010-06-01T08:30:00.001-07:00

Store food in the fridge at 5Â°C, do not overfill and allow cold air to circulate.

2010-05-31T14:30:00.001-07:00

CLEAN Camping Tip- Cleaning your cast iron grill- 1. Use a brush to scrape off food particles 2. Apply mild soap on a sponge 3. Dry the grate 4. Use paper towel to apply oil 5. Store properly

2010-05-31T08:30:00.001-07:00

CLEAN Camping Tip- From time to time, use rubbing alcohol to clean areas that easily become dirty during hiking, including your feet. This will help to prevent dirt and grime from caking onto your skin. Your fellow campers will thank you for it.

2010-05-30T14:30:00.001-07:00

CLEAN Camping Tip- Plenty of hot water and dish soap followed by drying to get utensils and dishes clean. A final rinse in a bleach and warm (not hot) water solution gives extra protection. 1 teaspoon of bleach will sterilize 1 quart of water. Hot water causes the bleach to dissipate weakening the solution.

2010-05-30T08:30:00.001-07:00

CLEAN Camping Tip- Cosmetics and perfumes attract animals â€“ bears and bugs - so leave that stuff at home.

2010-05-29T14:30:00.001-07:00

CLEAN Camping Tip- Make a point to carry a small bottle of hand sanitizer in your pocket and use it frequently â€“ after bathroom breaks; before grabbing a handful of trail mix; before cooking dinner. This cuts down on the prospects of ingesting bacteria that can make you sick â€“ a doubly unpleasant experience when on the trail.

2010-05-29T08:30:00.001-07:00

CLEAN Camping Tip- Maintaining dental hygiene while camping is comforting and healthful. Include dental floss and a travel-sized travel toothbrush and toothpaste in your pack. Some mouthwash, such as Listerine, is also known to act as a mosquito repellent.

2010-05-28T14:30:00.001-07:00

Happy Memorial Day from Aprons & Strings- Following the end of the Civil War, many communities set aside a day to mark the end of the war or as a memorial to those who had died, formerly known as Decoration Day. One of those places was Columbus, Mississippi.

2010-05-28T08:30:00.001-07:00

CLEAN Camping Tip- Clean water is no good if stored in a dirty container. Water containers should be cleaned and disinfected regularly with detergent followed by an appropriate disinfectant.

2010-05-27T14:30:00.001-07:00

CLEAN Camping Tip- Take along plenty of DRYER LINT! Every good camper has some. Every good campfire needs some. Nothing works better at starting a campfire from scratch than some good old fashioned clothes dryer lint! It's better than twigs. Better than wood chips. Better than shreds of paper. It's the cheapest, quickest way to create some serious flames. And it packs light.

2010-05-27T08:30:00.001-07:00

CLEAN Camping Tip- Tent cleaning is a must- Pitch your tent in your living room and wipe down the outside and inside of your tent with a damp sponge and then let it air out for a few hours. Avoid foul smell and mold and mildew this weekend by making sure your tent is fresh. Make sure there are no holes in your tent that need patching.

2010-05-26T08:30:00.001-07:00

A study carried out by the Hygiene Council found that nine out of ten (89%) kitchen cloths across the world have unsatisfactory or worse levels of bacteria.

2010-05-25T08:38:00.001-07:00

After hand washing with soap, hands should be thoroughly dried on a clean dry towel.

2010-05-24T08:30:00.001-07:00

Moist surfaces breed more germs than dry surfaces.

2010-05-23T08:30:00.001-07:00

Wipe down the kitchen and bathroom counters with a disinfecting wipe every night before bed- total time is 1-2 minutes.

2010-05-22T08:30:00.001-07:00

Spray shower/tub walls with a daily cleanser, or squeegee shower walls and doors every day- total time 30 seconds.

2010-05-21T14:30:00.001-07:00

CAMPING SEASON- Don't forget the disinfecting wipes for quick clean up and bring some moisturizer for your hands.

2010-05-21T08:41:00.001-07:00

Make Cleanup an Everyday Routine- designate a family member to each cleaning task.

2010-05-20T14:30:00.001-07:00

Donate any clothes you haven’t worn in 6 months to charity.

2010-05-20T08:30:00.001-07:00

Some germs can survive for days on household surfaces like kitchen counter tops, sinks, and phone receivers.

2010-05-19T14:30:00.001-07:00

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2010-05-19T08:30:00.001-07:00

Purchase microfiber cleaning cloths in the automotive section for cleaning at your local superstore. Wash/dry/clean again...

2010-05-18T14:30:00.001-07:00

Having a yard sale is one of the best ways to do a large amount of spring cleaning.

2010-05-18T08:30:00.001-07:00

Didn't get to go to Mexico this Spring? Try cleaning with Fabuloso Lavender scent. Your home will smell like a beach resort!

2010-05-17T14:30:00.001-07:00

Cleaning your yard is a great opportunity to prepare your garden for the summer!

2010-05-17T08:30:00.001-07:00

Regardless of geographical location, many infectious diseases can be prevented or contained through good hygiene practice and education.

2010-05-16T08:30:00.001-07:00

Keeping common surfaces such as countertops, doorknobs, and telephones sanitized with disinfectants such as LYSOL® Sanitizing Wipes will help stop germs.

2010-05-15T08:30:00.001-07:00

Regularly clean and disinfect floors and feeding areas used by pets.

2010-05-14T08:30:00.001-07:00

Make sure pets have their own feeding dishes and utensils that you clean separately from other household items.

2010-05-14T06:46:00.001-07:00

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2010-05-13T21:11:00.001-07:00

Repair, Remodeling and regularly scheduled Cleanings will handsomely pay off at the closing table when you are ready to sell your home.

2010-05-13T14:30:00.001-07:00

Renting? Sanitize the light switches, hand railings, door knobs abd counter tops often. Do you know who spent the night with your roomie last night?

2010-05-13T08:30:00.001-07:00

Bacteria can grow and divide every 20 minutes. One single bacteria cell can become more than 8 million cells in less than 24 hours.

2010-05-12T20:29:00.001-07:00

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2010-05-12T14:30:00.001-07:00

Renting? Don't forget to occasionally wipe down the baseboards throughout your place. Baseboards are the least noticed area by tenants and often the most dirty.

2010-05-12T08:30:00.001-07:00

Keeping your hands clean can keep you healthy. Teach your kids about washing their hands effectively.

2010-05-11T14:30:00.001-07:00

Renting? Every 3 months- clean the light fixtures and ceiling fans. Your lungs will thank you for it!

2010-05-11T08:30:00.001-07:00

Eating healthy foods can give you energy to do the things you like to do. Teach your kids about healthy foods and kitchen safety.

2010-05-10T14:30:00.001-07:00

Renting? Every 2 months- vacuum out the living room sofa and chairs- you might find enough change to buy a lottery ticket!

2010-05-10T08:30:00.001-07:00

Clean the kitchen sink every day. Don’t forget to clean cutting boards that are used with raw meats, poultry and seafood.

2010-05-09T14:30:00.001-07:00

Renting? Once a month: Have one tenant dust from the top floor to the bottom and have one tenant vacuum top to bottom as well.

2010-05-09T08:30:00.001-07:00

New research shows your home may be germier than you think- the top spots for bacteria are the toilet bowl, kitchen drain, kitchen sponge or counter-wiping cloth, bathtub, and kitchen sink.

2010-05-08T14:30:00.001-07:00

Renting? Kitchen: Once a month clean out the inside of the oven, heavy clean the microwave and toaster oven. Avoid cleaning these items when you move out and make a fresh start in a new place.

2010-05-08T08:30:00.001-07:00

Maintaining a regular cleaning routine will help make the job more manageable and your home more enjoyable.

2010-05-07T14:30:00.001-07:00

Renting? Once a week- heavy wipe the kitchen: where grease can accumulate and splatter, quick wipe the inside of the frig, wipe all countertops and clean the sink. This will greatly reduce your move-out cleaning costs.

2010-05-07T08:30:00.001-07:00

Most people should try to dust, mop and vacuum at least once a week.

2010-05-06T14:30:00.001-07:00

Renting? Have each roommate or tenant wipe down thier bathrooms each week. Your bank account will appreciate your time when you pay for the move-out clean.

2010-05-06T08:30:00.001-07:00

Always make your bed in the morning and wash up the dishes before bedtime.

2010-05-05T17:45:00.001-07:00

Living can be messy business. Even the most mundane, everyday tasks require cleaning up.

2010-05-05T17:02:00.001-07:00

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2010-05-04T06:04:00.001-07:00

Tip: Line the bottom of the microwave with 10 or so paper towels to protect the turntable. Take the top one off after each use. Always place your food on a microwaveable safe dish.

2010-05-03T11:43:00.001-07:00

Some people report sleeping better when everything is organized!

2010-05-03T09:04:00.001-07:00

"I really love to clean. It's not anything compulsive, it's just that you can see a difference when you're through. Not like raising kids or something that you're not sure how it's going to turn out for a couple of decades." Jill Churchill

2010-04-30T12:29:00.003-07:00

Freshen the air in your home. Place an individual sheet of Bounce in a drawer or hang one in the closet.

2010-04-30T12:29:00.001-07:00

Tackle the bigger projects in your spring cleaning project list first.

2010-04-22T12:44:00.001-07:00

Tip: Wash walls from the bottom up, to avoid streaking.