Comments on: My Tips + Tricks for Keeping My House Clean with Two Dogs https://danslelakehouse.com/2017/09/my-tips-tricks-for-keeping-my-house.html?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=my-tips-tricks-for-keeping-my-house DIY & Decor "in the Lakehouse" Wed, 25 Apr 2018 18:53:49 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 By: cred https://danslelakehouse.com/2017/09/my-tips-tricks-for-keeping-my-house.html#comment-15212 Sun, 08 Oct 2017 17:28:22 +0000 https://www.danslelakehouse.com/2017/09/my-tips-tricks-for-keeping-my-house.html#comment-15212 Allergies are such a bummer. Interestingly, though, my moms have nearly disappeared over the years. I'm so glad for her because it triggered asthma- and that was even more worrisome. But now she rarely has an occurrence. I wish the same for you- I guess it can run its course, perhaps your immune system autocorrects over time.So many lovely breeds- I want all the doggins!And thanks for the extra hot water suggestions. I'll give it a try. The hardwood in our house had already been pretty beat when we moved in, decent condition but the finish doesn't have much shine anymore. The mess and the cost of refinishing outweighs the condition, at the moment; bigger priorities elsewhere. But I'd love to give it just a bit more polish to make it feel spic and span.

]]> By: Tanya from Dans le Lakehouse https://danslelakehouse.com/2017/09/my-tips-tricks-for-keeping-my-house.html#comment-15210 Sat, 07 Oct 2017 09:03:34 +0000 https://www.danslelakehouse.com/2017/09/my-tips-tricks-for-keeping-my-house.html#comment-15210 In reply to cred.

I had to Google red bone coonhound although it's what I pictured when I read the breed name. So cute! The ones I saw had such warm, friendly faces and irresistible eyes. I so wish I could branch out into other breeds and rescue mixed breeds. So many homeless pups. I hate having allergies. Yup, I get those rogue tumbleweeds too, which are kind of funny.After I replied, I started to think about floor cleaning even more. You know what I have experimented with, that seems to help? I use piping hot water. It dries way more quickly and that seems to help too. I rarely get streaks these days. But I still am open to trying something new.

]]> By: cred https://danslelakehouse.com/2017/09/my-tips-tricks-for-keeping-my-house.html#comment-15202 Fri, 06 Oct 2017 16:47:08 +0000 https://www.danslelakehouse.com/2017/09/my-tips-tricks-for-keeping-my-house.html#comment-15202 Well, Nelly was a rescue but was quite obviously a red bone coonhound- if there was any cross mixed in, it wasn't apparent. She had such a lovely nature, that I'd read is typical to that breed, that I'd love another coonhound. And my dad has a lovely chocolate lab with such a sweet demeanour and nice manners- everyone wants to keep him when he visits. However, we will likely get a rescue again, so we don't have a specific breed in mind but will look for one that is medium-large to large with average energy.Growing up, we would get a "hypo-allergenic" breed and it did make a difference- sometimes they would just lose a tumbleweed or two that would sneak under the sofa. But then, and now in my own house, hardwood throughout makes it easier to just glide a dustmop around.Aw yes, Murphys. I used to use it at my first house. I did have some problem with smudges but didn't think about the dilution ratio. And it's been around so long, it's not likely going anywhere.

]]> By: Tanya from Dans le Lakehouse https://danslelakehouse.com/2017/09/my-tips-tricks-for-keeping-my-house.html#comment-15192 Thu, 05 Oct 2017 17:10:31 +0000 https://www.danslelakehouse.com/2017/09/my-tips-tricks-for-keeping-my-house.html#comment-15192 In reply to Heather.

When I sweep, I FILL a dustpan – on a daily basis. I just can't imagine getting that depth of dirt out of carpeting. Also, every now and then these gals toss their cookies or do the 'old bum scoot. If I had wall to wall carpet and my dogs did that I'd barf along with them, lol. #teamhardwood !!

]]> By: Heather https://danslelakehouse.com/2017/09/my-tips-tricks-for-keeping-my-house.html#comment-15191 Wed, 04 Oct 2017 05:18:36 +0000 https://www.danslelakehouse.com/2017/09/my-tips-tricks-for-keeping-my-house.html#comment-15191 In reply to Heather.

Yep, one at home and one at the cabin, also a carpet free house with hardwood and tile. Like your house, we deal with wet feet but I much rather broom up grass and grit then have it embedded in carpet.

]]> By: Tanya from Dans le Lakehouse https://danslelakehouse.com/2017/09/my-tips-tricks-for-keeping-my-house.html#comment-15189 Tue, 03 Oct 2017 03:50:27 +0000 https://www.danslelakehouse.com/2017/09/my-tips-tricks-for-keeping-my-house.html#comment-15189 In reply to cred.

So sorry for Nelly's loss! It's so heartbreaking to lose a dog. I am sure she would have loved her own room and dog shower. These spoiled pups, eh? I'm excited for your spring-time pup – any plans for breed? That's the one great thing about my girls: they are low shedding breeds. I used to have a tri-color Jack Russel (black, brown and white) and her fur showed up on every imaginable surface, it was terrible, she shed so much. Right now I use Murphy's Soap, that's what I've used on floors for 10 years. I have found that whenever I got streaking, it was because I used too much and didn't dilute it enough. I have been keeping my eyes peeled for a better floor cleaner but I always read mixed reviews so I stick with what I know. My very organic-conscious mother-in-law recommended it, so I think it's pretty good in terms of not being toxic. If you find an amazing cleaner, I'd love to know! A DIY option would be nice, although I just buy this in massive bulk bottles at Costco so I think it's pretty cheap?

]]> By: Tanya from Dans le Lakehouse https://danslelakehouse.com/2017/09/my-tips-tricks-for-keeping-my-house.html#comment-15188 Tue, 03 Oct 2017 03:44:25 +0000 https://www.danslelakehouse.com/2017/09/my-tips-tricks-for-keeping-my-house.html#comment-15188 In reply to Heather.

You have two? That's definitely a show of solid support, lol. It's just so handy, I don't think I'll ever kick around my old mop and bucket again. I think a lot of people stick with hardwood once they experience it. It's just so much better to clean, although I do know some people who cannot give up the plush feeling of wall to wall carpet. I don't get it, but to each their own!

]]> By: cred https://danslelakehouse.com/2017/09/my-tips-tricks-for-keeping-my-house.html#comment-15182 Sun, 01 Oct 2017 17:27:34 +0000 https://www.danslelakehouse.com/2017/09/my-tips-tricks-for-keeping-my-house.html#comment-15182 That mop looks great. We have hardwood throughout and no rugs, too. We just have a cat but are planning for a dog in the spring, so I'm interested in cleaning tips. Training your dogs to have their feet clean when they come back inside is a great tip.I used to have a light, short haired hound and dark hardwood- I didn't realized that short-haired dogs tend to shed constantly. I used to sweep daily and vacuum twice a week and I became a little obsessed about the floors. It was nuts. I also struggled with smudges on the dark floors- any recommendations for hardwood cleaner? I'd read that the DIY cleaners that use olive oil aren't recommended for hardwood- not compatible with some refinishing processes. I believe they can't be screened if you've used oil- they would need to be sanded down to refinish them. Not exactly sure about this and would like to know more. I use homemade cleaners and would love to have a DIY recipe to bring a shine to my hardwood. I like to avoid chemicals (for pets and kids) and I don't like to be married to a product- invariably, it will be discontinued or they will change the formula. We had designed our house (that never came to pass) with a mud room with a half door so that we could keep our hound, Nelly (sadly she's now gone) confined until she was dry. We had dubbed it The De-Nelleterized Zone. We would have planned a dog shower in there, too- such a great idea. I really love your mom's cute leggings!

]]> By: Heather https://danslelakehouse.com/2017/09/my-tips-tricks-for-keeping-my-house.html#comment-15180 Sat, 30 Sep 2017 23:14:37 +0000 https://www.danslelakehouse.com/2017/09/my-tips-tricks-for-keeping-my-house.html#comment-15180 I solidly support that mop, I have two! With a matte navy blue tile kitchen floor, I am constantly battling the visible dirt, spots and splashes. We are a carpet free house (wool oriental and jute area rugs only) and I love it. I could never live in a carpeted house again. My sinus and allergy problems improved immensely once we replaced all,the carpet with hardwood floors.

]]> By: Tanya from Dans le Lakehouse https://danslelakehouse.com/2017/09/my-tips-tricks-for-keeping-my-house.html#comment-15179 Fri, 29 Sep 2017 23:50:46 +0000 https://www.danslelakehouse.com/2017/09/my-tips-tricks-for-keeping-my-house.html#comment-15179 In reply to sarajane.

I love that tip: keep the furniture the same color, lol! Yes, I think I need to take that advice and switch to lighter dining room chairs. Leather sofas are just the best for mess – the human kind too! I have always marvelled at people who can do a white fabric sofa. I'm jealous, I could ever keep that clean. It sounds like we have a very similar pup routine (I use a command hook for the towel too!). So nice to hear from other pet owners and hear their tips and solutions.

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