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  • Living room with wood paneling

    Clean And Brighten Dull Wood Paneling With Ingredients Already In Your Kitchen

    Wood paneling is back in vogue, but that means figuring out how to keep it pristine. Make your wood panels shine with a cleaning hack straight from your pantry.

    By Ethan Harrison Smith June 24th, 2024 Read More
  • Woman DIYing lemon-based cleaner

    Easy Lemon Cleaning Hacks For A Sparkling Clean Living Room

    Want to make your living room smell lemony-fresh and feel sparkly-clean? Skip the synthetic sprays, polish, and floor products with these lemon cleaning hacks.

    By Kristeen Cherney June 24th, 2024 Read More
  • Orange pot of boiling water

    6 Ways To Use Boiling Water To Solve Common Household Problems (& 2 To Avoid)

    Boiling water can help bust grime and (contrary to popular belief) lift certain types of stains. But there are also some tasks it should never be used for.

    By Deirdre Mundorf June 24th, 2024 Read More
  • pigeons on wooden surface

    The Baking Soda Hack That Banishes Yucky Bird Poop Stains From Outdoor Surfaces

    Bird poop stains are unsightly and can potentially even cause damage to surfaces like wood or stone. Luckily, baking soda can help clean up your outdoor space.

    By Lilly Paltsev June 23rd, 2024 Read More
  • woman holding throw pillow

    Try This All-Natural Method To Deodorize And Refresh Throw Pillows In A Snap

    Chances are your throw pillows are in need of a refresh more than you realize. Thankfully, it's easy to do, and just requires some all-natural ingredients.

    By Lilly Paltsev June 23rd, 2024 Read More
  • Woman scrubbing wood floor

    Why You Maybe Should Avoid Using Baking Soda Cleaning Hacks On Wood Floors

    Baking soda cleaning hacks will save your dishwasher, garbage disposal, cutting boards, and more, but keep the product far away from wood floors.

    By Trinity Archie June 23rd, 2024 Read More
  • Man smelling unpleasant scent

    TikTok's Top Tips To Eliminate That Musty Smell In Your Basement

    If you have a musty smell emanating from your basement, you're not alone. We've compiled TikTok's top tips for eliminating that staleness once and for all.

    By Madisen Swenson June 23rd, 2024 Read More
  • hot tub on terrace

    Can You Really Use Baking Soda In Your Hot Tub?

    Baking soda has myriad uses that range from obvious to downright surprising, but can you actually use it for maintaining your hot tub properly?

    By Sakshi Khaitan June 23rd, 2024 Read More
  • Homemade cleaner ingredients

    The 13 Best Scents To Use In DIY Cleaning Products To Make Your Home Smell Amazing

    While DIY cleaning products can make your home spotless, they don't always have a delightful scent. To add a fresh smell, add one of these ingredients.

    By Madisen Swenson June 23rd, 2024 Read More
  • woman placing jar in kitchen cabinet

    DIY A Kitchen Cabinet Dehumidifier On A Budget With A Grocery Store Staple

    This unlikely pantry item can act as a DIY dehumidifier for your kitchen cabinets. It's easy, cheap, convenient, and you might already own it.

    By Rachel Cantor June 23rd, 2024 Read More
  • cinnamon sticks in jar

    Why You Should Consider Leaving A Jar Of Cinnamon Sticks On Your Kitchen Counters

    Cinnamon smells great and is useful for lots of delicious treats, but here's why you should consider leaving a jar of cinnamon sticks on your kitchen counters.

    By Robyn Turk June 23rd, 2024 Read More
  • hands unrolling aluminum foil

    Eco-Friendly Alternatives To Using Aluminum Foil In Your Home

    Aluminum foil may be convenient, but it can negatively impact the environment and even your health. Here are some eco-friendly alternatives.

    By Lindsay Donaldson June 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • person cleaning spray rag

    Add This Household Ingredient To Upgrade Your Vinegar Cleaning Spray

    Vinegar cleaning spray is used by professionals and DIYers alike. But did you know there's a household ingredient that can upgrade it? Here's what it is.

    By Lindsay Donaldson June 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • Cast iron pan

    Clever Ways To Use A Coffee Filter On Your Cast Iron Pan

    Cast iron pans can be a hassle to clean properly, but there's a simple hack that involves a coffee filter and several other items that will work wonders.

    By Kelly Catlin June 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • mouse emerging from corner crack

    The Unexpected Banana Hack That May Keep Mice Out Of Your Home

    When it comes to preventing mice from entering into your space, you may find results from a kitchen staple. Try this banana hack before rushing to buy traps.

    By Ethan Harrison Smith June 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • Baking soda container and spray bottle

    Don't Use Baking Powder As A Baking Soda Cleaning Substitute. Here's Why

    While baking powder is similar to baking soda, it shouldn't be used to clean around the home. Find out why baking powder isn't a good cleaner.

    By Bri Ahearn June 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • stained yellow pillow

    Revive Yellow Stained Pillows With An Essential Cleaning Ingredient

    Nobody likes looking at stained, yellow pillows let alone sleeping on them but thankfully there's one clever cleaning ingredient that will blast them away.

    By Rita Kueber June 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • Close-up of a wolf spider

    Hacks That Will Eliminate Wolf Spiders From Your Home For Good

    Wolf spiders may be harmless, but they're super startling house guests. If you want to get rid of wolf spiders, try these hacks to help evict them for good.

    By Kristeen Cherney June 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • Bird on suet feeder

    The Vinegar Trick You Should Be Using To Clean Your Suet Bird Feeder

    Is your suet bird feeder in need of a good scrub? Luckily, there's a simple vinegar trick you can use to ensure the birds can continue enjoying your feeder.

    By Pamela Siegel June 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • Person checking dryer screen

    Does TikTok's Test For A Clean Dryer Screen Really Work? Here's What We Found Out

    Drying machine screens quickly build up lint and mildew from laundry detergent and other chemicals. Luckily, this TikTok test can help keep it in tiptop shape.

    By Michelle Roberts-Garcia June 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • Antique silver pieces

    Baking Soda Can Be A Cleaning Hero, But You Don't Want To Use It On Antiques

    Although baking soda is a versatile cleaning tool, using it on antique metal like silver or aged wood can do more harm than good when it comes to cleaning.

    By Trinity Archie June 21st, 2024 Read More
  • Clogged brown sink

    Why Dish Soap Is Your Unexpected Secret Weapon For Clogged Drains

    A clogged drain is something you've probably faced at some point. Here's why dish soap is an unexpected secret weapon for getting rid of it.

    By Juliana Lumaj June 21st, 2024 Read More
  • A rat on a wooden floor

    The Baking Soda Hack People Use To Control A Rat Problem (& Does It Actually Work?)

    TikTok is lauding a hack that eliminates rats using baking soda. Does this actually work for pest control, and is it a safe, kind way to rid yourself of rats?

    By Kelly Catlin June 21st, 2024 Read More
  • person cleaning toilet pinching nose

    Prevent Smelly Clogs With These Toilet Drain Cleaning Tricks

    Smelly toilet clogs can be a pain, and sometimes they require professional help. Use these drain cleaning tricks to prevent them from happening.

    By Kyle Schurman June 21st, 2024 Read More
  • person plunging a toilet

    The Right Way To Use A Toilet Plunger For An Efficient Flush

    You've probably used your toilet plunger to clear clogs in your loo dozens of times before, but were you actually using this bathroom necessity correctly?

    By Kyle Schurman June 21st, 2024 Read More
  • Clean open washing machine drum

    This Hydrogen Peroxide Hack Is The Trick To A Sparkling Clean Washing Machine

    After multiple loads of dirty laundry, your washing machine can get dirty, too. Deep cleaning it with hydrogen peroxide is the trick to keep it sparkling clean.

    By Ethan Harrison Smith June 21st, 2024 Read More
  • Fingers super glued together

    The Super Glue Removal Trick That Calls For A Popular Fruit From Your Kitchen

    Super glue might seem difficult to remove from unwanted places, like skin. A simple trick for removing super glue uses a common fruit found in many kitchens.

    By Ethan Harrison Smith June 20th, 2024 Read More
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