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3 Genius Tips for Keeping Your Kitchen Safe During COVID-19

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As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, people are being urged to follow SOPs when out and about. But while ensuring you stay safe outdoors is essential, it’s equally important to protect your interior space. This includes your car, bedroom, living room, and—most importantly—your kitchen. According to research , bacteria can spread easily and rapidly in the kitchen. As you prepare and taste/consume food, you can increase the risk of contracting COVID-19, especially if you’ve handled grocery bags or packages without disinfecting them. If you haven’t taken any measures to ensure kitchen safety, we’ve rounded up a guide to help you get started. 1. Clean, Sanitize, and Disinfect High-Touch Surfaces High-touch surfaces like kitchen countertops, doorknobs, light switches, cabinet handles, faucets, sinks, and seasoning shakers can easily accumulate and transfer bacteria. While cleaning these surfaces is recommended, it’s not enough. Cleaning simply removes dirt, germs, and other impurities from t...

Residential Hygiene 101: 5 Tips to Combat COVID-19

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  While we almost thought we had flattened the curve there for a while, the COVID-19 pandemic has returned with a menacing vengeance across many U.S. states, including Arizona, Florida, and California.  As people continue to remain indoors and practice social distancing, the importance of following residential hygiene practices has become imperative.  We’ve rounded up five tips to help you prioritize the safety and health of your family. 1. Clean and Disinfect High-Touch Surfaces Cleaning high-touch surfaces simply isn’t enough; you have to ensure complete disinfection to eliminate chances of contracting or spreading the virus.  We suggest identifying high-touch surfaces and making a list, so you don’t miss anything. Ideally, you should focus on door handles, switches, electronic devices, tables, remotes, dining chairs, and faucets.  Use an EPA-approved disinfectant  (disinfecting wipes, sprays, or isopropyl alcohol) to eliminate...

To Transom or Not to Transom: 5 Ways to Decide Whether Your Iron Front Door Requires Some Extra TLC!

View this post on Instagram Happy Wednesday!! Hope you’re all having a great week! We wanted to share this #interior shot of our Beverly Door & it’s matching #transom w/ you! We nailed this one right?! |• • Whatever your style is, we’ve got window & door for you πŸ˜‰ |• • For more #home #design #inspo follow πŸ‘‡πŸ½πŸ‘‡πŸ½πŸ‘‡πŸ½ @pinkysirondoors A post shared by Pinky’s Iron Doors (@pinkysirondoors) on Apr 3, 2019 at 6:12pm PDT Invented in the late 1800s, transoms  have quickly become a staple in California, Texas, Arizona, and Florida. In fact, the aesthetically impactful door accessories are set to become a household addition across the U.S.  If you’re unfamiliar with transoms, they’re intricately-designed horizontal structures that are installed directly above entry doors. While a classic transom instantly embellishes a home and amplifies curb appeal, it also adds a touch of functionality to the exterior space.  As transoms become i...