Entries Tagged 'Cleaning' ↓
March 20th, 2014 — Cleaning, Domestic Goddess, Eco Friendlly, Home, WIFE Guide
As a WIFE you wash your hands countless times a day, however choosing a hand soap for your house that is eco-friendly, free from toxic chemicals and aesthetically pleasing to your home decor can do your head in. Luckily, THE WIFE has created a handy guide to the best hand soaps and lotions to fill your kitchens, bathrooms and powder rooms with. Click “continue reading” to shop THE WIFE’s favorite hand soaps and lotions. -Taryn Cox for THE WIFE
Photographed Above: Further Hand Soap and Lotion: The glycerin in these products is derived from used gourmet vegetable oil from some of America’s finest restaurants (Mozza and Tavern to name a few). Further then makes their own biofuel to go into their cars and the remaining purified glycerin goes into making their hand soaps, lotions and candles, creating a perfect, sustainable circle. THE WIFE’S Favorite: Eco Friendly Hand Soap! $12.50 each at Furtherproducts.com
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January 23rd, 2014 — Cleaning, Domestic Goddess, Eco Friendlly
THE WIFE has a new favorite cleaning product to fill your home with, let us introduce you to Murchison Hume. You will be instantly charmed by their bottles and labels. Their “Ladies Bathroom Cleaner” will have you clamoring to polish your bathtub without the use of harsh toxic chemicals.
Max and Peter created Murchison Hume when their youngest son developed allergies to common household cleaners. Unable to find anything safe to use in their home, the company was born, designing cleaning products that are organic, all natural, authentically eco-friendly and biodegradable.
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January 8th, 2014 — Cleaning, THE WIFE Guide, Tips
Winter and cashmere…. the two practically go hand in hand! Every WIFE loves bundling up in those cozy cuddly sweaters and scarves, but unfortunately special laundered care comes along with it! Surely the majority of you wives just drop your sweaters off at the dry cleaners and wave goodbye. However, for the select few of you who enjoy the task of laundry, THE WIFE has prepared step by step guide on how to clean your cashmere at home. Click “continue reading” for THE WIFE’s Guide to Caring for Cashmere and the best products to use. -Taryn Cox for THE WIFE
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February 28th, 2013 — Cleaning, Domestic Goddess, Eco Friendlly
After three years of research, Lindsey Wieber and Gwen Whiting, created luxury fabric care company, The Laundress. The two co- founders saw the necessity of properly caring for their clothing and homes, but were not able to find products on the market that met their standards of delicacy, fragrance and sophistication. Their specialty detergent line is made to cater to everything found in your closet: whites, darks, denim, swimwear, sportswear, baby, wool and cashmere. Eliminating 99% of your dry-cleaning needs, saving you hundreds of dollars in the long run.
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February 28th, 2013 — Cleaning, Domestic Goddess
From cotton and cashmere to silk and spandex reading clothing labels can be as difficult as reading an unknown foreign language. But by taking excellent care of your clothing and learning how to correct issues such as stains, fading or pilling, you can extend the life of your wardrobe. Below the famed laundry company, The Laundress, gives their expert tips to THE WIFE on how to get the best results from you and your family’s laundry. – Taryn Cox for THE WIFE.
1. Whiten: Maintain whiteness and brightness with oxygen bleach, by pre-soaking fabrics or adding to your laundry detergent. A terrific alternative to chlorine bleach, this All-Purpose Bleach Alternative is safe for almost all whites, color-fast dyes, fibers and fabrics. Do not use on silks or wools.
2. Protect Items: Protect small, delicate, and embellished items throughout the wash cycle with fine Mesh Washing Bags. Ideal for hosiery, lingerie, sweaters and more—these bags will prevent clothing from tearing/snagging in the machine. They’re also the perfect solution for keeping your smaller items, such as socks, together in pairs.
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