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When your house calls for cleaning but your cleanser cabinet is bare, there’s no need to run out for more store-bought cleaning products. A search through your kitchen cupboards will turn up plenty of natural cleaning products to keep your house clean without damaging the environment. Here are few of our favorite natural alternatives to household cleaning products.
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Thinking of getting started on a home improvement project for spring? Check out The Money Pit’s spring 2012 product guide to get the scoop on every tool and material you need to do a project around your house this season.
In an uncertain housing market, dropping big bucks on complex home improvement projects isn’t always the way to go. However, with a little DIY know-how and a conservative amount of cash, there is a lot you can do to enhance both the value and enjoyment of your home.
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