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  • person sprays and wipes handrail

    The Dirtiest Surfaces In Your Home And How Often You Should Be Cleaning Them

    You might pride yourself being a Monica-Geller-level of clean, but chances are you're forgetting to clean these high-traffic areas. Here's what to look out for.

    By K. Anderson Read More
  • Crawling spider near human feet

    The Fragrant Spice That'll Keep Your Home Spider-Free

    Banishing spiders from your home isn't something you need to do by hand. Instead, this hack using one fall-favorite spice will deter them from entering.

    By Michele Wanke Read More
  • person cleaning bathroom shower

    The 7 Best Shower Cleaners For Keeping Your Bathroom Squeaky Clean

    Have you ever been overwhelmed by all of the shower cleaning products out there? Here are seven of House Digest's picks for shower cleaners to meet your needs.

    By Nancy Sheppard Read More
  • person walking on carpet

    TikTok's Palm-Sander Hack For Dirty Carpets Has Us Stunned

    When you vacuum your carpet, there is still dirt below the surface you're likely not sucking up. Use this palm-sander hack to get your carpets squeaky clean.

    By Saskia Ainsworth Read More
  • Daddy long leg spider in web

    The Type Of Wood That Will Help Keep Your Home Spider-Free

    Spiders are a part of life, but that doesn't mean you want them in your home. To keep them at bay - naturally - use this type of wood in your house.

    By Robyn Hunt Read More
  • person sweeping fireplace hearth

    Can You Vacuum Up Fireplace Ash?

    Wood-burning fireplaces bring warmth and charm when it's chilly, but cleaning up ashes can be messy. Don't reach for your vacuum when it's time - here's why.

    By Jessica Daniels Read More
  • spilled paint mess

    Solve Your Spilled Paint Problems With One Handy Kitchen Staple

    Spilled paint might seem like an impossible mess to clean up, but this simple TikTok hack will make it easier. Use this kitchen staple to clean spilled paint.

    By Saskia Ainsworth Read More
  • ants on hardwood floor

    Banish Ants From Your Home With This Household Soap

    A line of ants marching across your counter is disconcerting, especially since you can't use harsh chemicals where you prepare food. Luckily this soap can help.

    By Marco Rossi Read More
  • person wiping counter spill

    The Kitchen Ingredient You Can Use To Clean An Oil Spill Off The Countertop

    Knocking over a bottle of olive oil leads to a soppy, difficult mess. But this one kitchen staple can help you soak up the puddle, making it easier to clean.

    By Marco Rossi Read More
  • Person with gloves wiping faucet

    The Unlikely Household Staple That'll Leave Your Bathroom Fixtures Shining Like New

    Are you dealing with dull bathroom fixtures and gnarly soap scum? This common household staple is the unlikely savor you've been looking for.

    By Jenny Tinder Read More
  • Man swatting flies in kitchen

    Keep Annoying Flies Out Of Your Home With Two Kitchen Ingredients

    Flies are a common problem in kitchens, and getting rid of them can be tricky. Luckily, with these two ingredients, you can keep flies out of your kitchen.

    By Sandy Baker Read More
  • ant on a cucumber slice

    Does Cucumber Really Work As An Effective Ant Repellent?

    You may have read claims that cucumber is an ant repellant. But does it really work? As with most natural remedies, the honest answer is ... complicated.

    By Kate Nicholson Read More
  • ladybug on rim of mug

    The Tasty Fruits That'll Keep Ladybugs Away

    Although ladybugs can be beneficial in your garden, they are unwelcome as house guests. Fortunately, you can use a simple, fruit-based hack to keep them away.

    By Danielle Ramos-Sullivan Read More
  • cleaning marks on wall

    The Vegetable In Your Garden You Can Use To Eliminate Scuffs On The Wall

    Wall scuff marks happen from time to time. Surprisingly, a food item from your vegetable garden provides an all-natural way to get rid of them.

    By Saskia Ainsworth Read More
  • cockroaches on a table

    Will Garlic Help Get Rid Of Cockroaches In The House?

    Keep cockroaches out of your home with garlic. Use how and why to use garlic to keep cockroaches away from your home, and whether it will kill them.

    By Kyle Schurman Read More
  • person picking raspberries from bush

    Why You'll Want Vinegar Around If You're Growing Berries In The Garden

    If you're growing berries in your garden, then you're likely familiar getting berry-colored stained hands from picking them - let vinegar help with that.

    By Saskia Ainsworth Read More
  • vacuuming under the sofa

    The Household Item You Didn't Know Your Vacuum Needed

    Vacuuming in small spaces can be challenging. Check out this TikTok hack that uses a household item to solve the problem of reaching into tight spaces.

    By Saskia Ainsworth Read More
  • House gecko peering over wall

    Get Rid Of House Geckos With Two Popular Kitchen Ingredients

    House geckos can easily make their way into homes but there are a few ways to keep them out. Learn about common kitchen items that keep geckos out of your home.

    By Robyn Hunt Read More
  • wiping rusty surface with cloth

    The Old-School Hack That'll Make Rust A Thing Of The Past

    When rust appears on your outdoor furniture or tools, it can really be a bummer. Luckily, this old-school hack using an unexpected product can help.

    By Saskia Ainsworth Read More
  • person using essential oils

    How To Choose And Use The Right Essential Oils To Keep Various Types Of Pests At Bay

    Essential oils are for more than homemade cleaning products. You can also use them to repel all sorts of annoying pests in the home and garden. Here's how!

    By Marlene Ridgway Read More
  • cleaning stainless steel sink

    Fix Your Kitchen's Rusted Sink With One Common Kitchen Ingredient

    A rusted sink is never a good sight, but fixing it doesn't need to be difficult. Try using this common kitchen ingredient to rid your sink of rust.

    By Saskia Ainsworth Read More
  • mouse gnawing on wire

    Are Coffee Grounds The Secret To Getting Rid Of Mice In The House?

    There are many conflicting reports about how mice respond to coffee grounds as a repellent.

    By Christy Rae Ammons Read More
  • Person cleaning oven wearing gloves

    Dry Out & Clean Kitchen Gloves With This Common Kitchen Ingredient

    Kitchen gloves protect hands from dirt and germs, but because they do, they also need cleaning. This ingredient can do the trick (as well as neutralize odors).

    By Michele Wanke Read More
  • window frame covered by maggots

    The Kitchen Ingredient You Can Use To Deal With Maggots Around The House

    Keeping the home clean and tidy requires a range of cleaning products. This is the kitchen ingredient you can use to deal with maggots around the house.

    By Claire Dangalan Read More
  • dirty baking sheet

    Use A Magic Eraser To Transform Your Baking Sheets

    Cleaning baking sheets can be incredibly difficult and time consuming. However, a Magic Eraser could be just what you need to deal with crusty, baked-on food.

    By Jessica Daniels Read More
  • air purifier in home

    HGTV's Mike Holmes Offers His Best Advice For Improving The Air Quality In Your Home

    There are many pollutants in the home that can affect the quality of the air. Mike Holmes offers his best advice for improving the air in your home.

    By V Bawa Read More
  • Algae-infested water fountain

    The Household Staple That'll Make Algae A Thing Of The Past

    To clean algae growing around your home, a natural solution is likely sitting in your kitchen cabinet. The key to this easy cleaning solution is acetic acid.

    By Ezekiel Maina Read More
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