Mop Tile Floors, Clean Refrigerator Coils, Clean Concrete Floors & Get Rid of Gnats
Joan Clark
December 15, 2025
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A clean home creates space for everything else that matters. Today's tips help tackle the floors, surfaces, and minor annoyances that make a real difference in how your home feels.
In today's issue:
The Right Way to Mop Tile Floors
Getting Rid of Gnats for Good
How to Clean Your Refrigerator Coils
Concrete Floor Cleaning Made Simple
And more…
CLEANING
Tile floors can lose their shine after years of foot traffic, spills, and the wrong cleaning products, but restoring that fresh-from-the-showroom gleam is easier than most people think. This guide walks through six straightforward mopping methods that protect grout, prevent streaks, and bring back the sparkle without harsh chemicals or expensive equipment.
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CLEANING
When refrigerator coils get clogged with dust and pet hair, the appliance works up to 25% harder and costs more to run each month . Discover four smart cleaning tips that take less than 20 minutes and can extend the life of any fridge by years.
TIP OF THE DAY
Can't sleep? Try a Snake Plant on Your Nightstand
Snake plants release oxygen at night, which can help you breathe easier while you sleep. Place one within three feet of your bed in a pot with drainage holes. Water it only when the top 2 inches of soil feel dry, usually every 2 to 3 weeks. These plants tolerate low light, so a bedroom with one small window works fine. Keep the leaves dust-free by wiping them monthly with a damp cloth to allow the plant to exchange air efficiently. |  |
CLEANING
Concrete floors hide dirt in their pores and can look dull even after mopping, but the right techniques bring back their natural luster without harsh chemicals or expensive equipment. We discovered that a simple paste of baking soda and water lifts stubborn stains better than most store-bought concrete cleaners, and the whole process takes less time than a load of laundry.
FUN FACT
Did ancient Egyptians sleep under quilts?
The oldest known quilt dates back to around 3400 BC and belonged to an Egyptian pharaoh. Archaeologists discovered a quilted cloak made from linen, stitched in a pattern that trapped air for insulation. The technique spread along trade routes, and by the time of the Crusades, European soldiers were padding their armor with quilted fabric to cushion blows from swords and arrows. |  |
BUG CONTROL
Gnats have been around for more than 240 million years, outlasting the dinosaurs but still losing the battle against a simple bowl of apple cider vinegar. We've rounded up 21 proven gnat elimination methods that actually work to clear your kitchen, bathroom, and houseplants of these persistent pests.
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THANK YOU!
Gnats don't stand a chance against apple cider vinegar, and neither does grime on your concrete or refrigerator coils . You've got the tools now; it's time to reclaim every corner of your space. Your home will thank you, and so will anyone who visits.
Here's to sparkling surfaces and pest-free counters,
Tipsbulletin Newsletter Team
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