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ORGANIC HEALTH & HOME

How to clean Vacuum Filters

By Guest Blogger Jennifer B.

How to clean Vacuum Filter

 

A vacuum cleaner is a great asset in the house. It will allow you to finish your cleaning tasks faster, maintain the condition of your carpets and remove allergens. But have you ever started to use your vacuum only to find that your house stinks? Chances are you don’t know how to clean vacuum filters properly and efficiently. This will not only make the air smell so much worse. It can also shorten the lifespan of your vacuum.

Whether you are using a small handheld vacuum for smaller chores or the best vacuum for stairs, you need to make sure that the filters are always clean. Clean filters will maintain strong suction. This means less cleaning time and better results. Clogged filters can damage the motor of your vacuum cleaner regardless of its size.

How to Clean Vacuum Filters?

It is crucial to know that if you don’t know how to clean vacuum filters properly, you can actually damage it. You must refer to the manufacturer’s instructions or the user’s manual to make sure that you are following the right steps.

  • Most vacuum filters should be cleaned after 3 of 4 uses, depending on the intensity of the debris your machine is picking up. Failing to clean your filter on a regular basis can cause the dust to settle on the interior of the machine, damaging it on the long run.
  • Remember that different machines will have different filters. Refer to the manual to understand how it should be removed. Don’t try to wash the filter if the manual doesn’t specifically mention that it is washable.
  • After you have removed the filter, trapped dust will probably spread. This is why you should probably try to do this outside away from your furniture. Hold your filter on top of the garbage can and gently tap it. Most of the dust will fall into the can.
  • Before thinking about how to wash vacuum filters, you should refer to the manual to see what it is made of. Paper filters can’t be washed. It is advisable to replace them instead since they are quite cheap. If your filter is made of plastic or foam, you can easily give it a good wash using water and soap.

When Do I Need to Replace my Filter?

You need to understand that even with regular cleaning; your vacuum filter will not last forever. If you are not 100% satisfied about the suction power of your vacuum then it is probably time to have the filter replaced. You will find information about how often you should replace it when you refer to the user manual. However, these are rough figures that will greatly differ depending on a number of factors.

For example, if you don’t use the vacuum every day, you will probably get away with using your filter longer. Moreover, if you are using it to clean low traffic areas, it won’t be picking up much dust to begin with. By the same token, you will have to replace your filter frequently if you use your vacuum in high traffic areas. This is also true if you have a big family of kids and pets in the household.

Understanding how to clean vacuum filters will improve the quality of the air in your house. This means less allergies and health problems for the entire family. It is a crucial part of maintaining your vacuum, you furniture and your carpets. Make sure that you read the user manual before you attempt to clean your filter for best results.

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ORGANIC HEALTH & HOME, SEX & LIFE

10 Foods that Parents Should Seriously Reconsider

10 Foods that Parents Should Seriously Reconsider

It’s a common complaint that kids these days just aren’t going outside and getting enough exercise. While that’s true (largely in part to their growing tablet addictions), parents also play an immensely important role in their child’s health. The food that you pack in their lunch bags or put on their dinner plates is becoming increasingly important to fighting the obesity epidemic that has hit our country. Here’s an infographic (courtesy of homeremediesforlife.com) with 10 foods that parents should seriously reconsider serving their children, along with some helpful alternatives:

https://homeremediesforlife.com/warning-10-foods-terrible-childs-body/

WARNING! These 10 Foods Are Terrible For Your Child’s Body

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BEAUTY

5 Best Wig Styling Tips Ever!

By Guest Blogger Beth M.

5 Best Wig Styling Tips Ever!

Whether you have bought an expensive human hair wig or you have a synthetic one! If you would like to make your wig look promising and real, let me clear this fact to you that it’s all about right styling and having the right tricks to do it up your sleeve.

For now if you can’t have a crash course on wig styling, here are some great ideas on how to tailor a wig! Here is exactly what you need to do, real or synthetic:

  1. Where to Shop?

If you are someone who wants to try a wig on an occasion like Halloween or some other event, you should shop for your wig at a hair store. Don’t buy your wig from a costume store. Whether it’s a seasonal pop-up or it just a usual need, costume shops always overcharge for wigs. Beauty supply stores and hair stores are best to get a nice quality wig at a fine price.

 

  1. Trim the Wig. Wigs are easy to cut and trim. You must wear your wig while having it trimmed or cut by a wig stylist. Some people do use styling heads for this purpose but then you won’t have an idea of the shape which should best suit your face cut. Wear the wig and make sure it’s synced up with your ears and face when its cut.

 

  1. Dye it a different color. “If you’re planning on buying a wig and having a colorist color it, look for one with natural hair fibers–you will also be able to heat style natural hair versus burning a synthetic wig,” explains Bb.colorist Luis Ayala. You must buy a natural human hair wig if you want to dye it later.

 

  1. Don’t use just any hair brush! If your wig is tangled, don’t go brushing it with just any kind of brush. To lightly detangle, look to a wide-tooth wet brush, which will be most soft. There are special wig combs specifically designed for wig styling, you may use them.

 

  1. Use a Styling head A styling head is a great help in saving your time with trying new hairstyle. You can always try a new hairstyle on a styling head. If you want to wear hair band or any hair accessory you can also try it out. It really gives you time to wear the right kind of hair do on a particular party or event.

One general wig styling tip that you must remember is that always spray wig hair products 12 inches away from your wig. If you will spray a product in your wig hair close than that you might damage your wig. If you have a synthetic hair wig, don’t use heat or steam on it you will destroy the hair fibers completely. If you want to straighten or curl your wig, make sure it’s a human hair wig.

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Hope you liked this article! If you have more wig styling tips in mind, do comment below.

Author Bio:

This post was written by Beth Martel. She is a mother of two, a medical professional and a humanitarian. She writes about health, beauty and fitness regularly. Check her post on wig combs.

FOR THE GUYS, SEX & LIFE

Making Romance Last In The Long-Term

Making Romance Last In The Long-Term

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Romantic relationships are hard to keep afloat. Loving one another isn’t enough; you have to be ready for the hard work involved with keeping a relationship going. Once that honeymoon period fizzles out, you have to be ready for the occasional bouts of bickering and disagreements that come with being truly close to another person. Struggling to keep that romance alive in the long-term? Here are some helpful pointers that might just help you and your partner to stop tearing out one another’s hair.

Talk to one another.

First of all, you and your loved one need to practice talking to one another more frequently. Yes, you most likely “talk†plenty about how your days went and most likely know how to hold a general conversation if you’re in a committed long-term relationship. However, there’s a difference between a casual chat and confronting serious issues. A lot of couples try to avoid arguments by any means necessary but they do so at the cost of their happiness. It’s vital that you become better at talking through your relationship troubles.

Switching things up can make things easier. You could look into getting help from a therapist if you’re really struggling to communicate with your partner. A professional can help to facilitate your conversation. Conflict may be uncomfortable but it’s entirely necessary if you want to have a healthy relationship with your partner. You need to address those difficult issues so that you can work past them rather than letting resentment fester beneath the surface. That’s how issues surface further down the line in a destructive manner; it’s better to confront problems whilst they’re still minor issues.

Flirt with one another.

This might seem like a strange point but it’s one of the most important. If you want to keep your romance alive in the long-term then you and your partner need to flirt with one another. Flirting isn’t something you reserve for dating and then give up once you’ve managed to get into a committed relationship. You need to take the time to flirt so as to display your love and affection for one another. Give your partner the occasional compliment and you’ll make their day. Supporting your loved one is all about the little things.

Spend time with and without one another.

This might seem like a confusing point on which to end but it makes sense. Everything in life should be done in moderation and relationships are no different. Humans are strange, in many ways; we crave socialness but we also love some alone time. Even your favorite people in the world can drive you crazy if you spend too much time with them and this extends to your partner. That’s why you need to create some ‘me’ time. Absence really does make the heart grow fonder, so you’ll certainly be happy to see your partner after spending a weekend visiting relatives or even a night out with your buddies. Of course, you don’t want to go to the other extreme; make sure you do find some time (at least once a week) to have a romantic meal or day out with your partner.

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ORGANIC HEALTH & HOME

Hide That Clutter And Take Pride In Your Home

Hide That Clutter And Take Pride In Your Home

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Lots of homeowners who have small children struggle to take pride in their houses. That is because the kids tend to make a lot of mess, and that makes it difficult for the parents. However, there are some straightforward tips and tricks you can use to ensure guests never think you’ve let a bomb off in your front room. With that in mind, take some of the suggestions from this article and put them into action before December arrives. The last thing you want is to deal with mess and clutter close to Christmas.

Turn cleaning up into a game

Getting your children to clean up after themselves can seem like an impossible task. However, in most instances, you just have to use some intelligence and a little psychology for the best results. If you dangle a carrot in front of a donkey, they walk towards it. The same is often correct with children. So, make sure you turn the cleaning up process into a game. Let the little ones know they get a reward if they meet your expectations, and they should seem more inclined to pay attention and honor your requests. Maybe people in your house don’t get dessert until they clean their rooms? That could work well.

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Create a playroom for the kids

Sometimes the clutter issue relates to the fact that your children don’t have anywhere to play. For that reason, you might consider turning a spare bedroom into an area where your little ones can play with their toys. That should help to prevent them from leaving items all over your home. For the best results, involve your child in the process and ask them how they imagine the playroom. Also, be sure to think about essentials that will ensure they maintain perfect health. You could paint Disney characters on the walls if your child likes those films. You could even install a ball pit or something similar depending on their interests. Just don’t forget to ask about your little one’s preferences.

Invest in some hidden storage

There are lots of furniture items you can purchase these days that contain hidden storage. Maybe you’d like to get living room storage cabinets with doors? Or a bed that comes with drawers underneath? You can also get armchairs and sofas that contain hidden compartments where you can store your possessions. Each of those items will assist when it comes to keeping all that clutter away from prying eyes. You don’t have to throw anything in the bin, but you can ensure guests don’t encounter your mess every time they visit your home.

You should now have enough ideas to make a start on decluttering your home before Christmas. Just remember to involve the entire family and ensure everyone helps out as much as possible. While you should throw unwanted items away, you can often just hide ugly things to ensure they don’t’ make your home appear messy. If you get the process right, friends and family members are sure to comment when they come around to visit. So, what’s holding you back? Make a start today!

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