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  • Food going into garbage disposal

    Freshen Up Your Stinky Garbage Disposal With A Bathroom Essential

    To combat the foul-smelling bacteria growing in your garbage disposal, simply repurpose this bathroom essential to rinse out the appliance's offending odors.

    By Michele Wanke September 17th, 2023 Read More
  • dirty baseboards

    Remove Stubborn Marks From Baseboards With One Common Household Ingredient

    Do you have a few scuff marks on your baseboards that you can't get out? Rather than using muscle power, grab this pantry staple instead.

    By Marco Rossi September 17th, 2023 Read More
  • Mouse poking head through hole

    The Sneaky Place You're Forgetting To Check When Looking For Mice Entry Points

    If rodents are sneaking into your house despite your best efforts, you might want to check out this overlooked place where they could be sneaking in.

    By Danielle Ramos-Sullivan September 17th, 2023 Read More
  • Garlic cloves

    Why You Should Throw A Clove Of Garlic Into Your Toilet At Night

    Cleaning your toilet probably isn't your favorite chore, but garlic can make the job easier. Here's why you should throw a garlic clove in your toilet.

    By Meredith Eastwood September 17th, 2023 Read More
  • person cleaning marble

    You Should Never Use Bleach To Clean These 9 Things

    Bleach is a handy cleaning agent that efficiently wipes away germs and grime. However, you shouldn't use it everywhere. Here's what to avoid.

    By K. Anderson September 17th, 2023 Read More
  • Two men sitting around a fireplace

    Get Rid Of Smokey Fireplace Smells With One Ingredient You Have In The Kitchen

    There's nothing more relaxing in the winter than sitting in front of a roaring fireplace, but if the smell is lingering, there's one great way to get rid of it.

    By Rhiannon Faith Ireland September 17th, 2023 Read More
  • Cleaning supplies and rusty faucet

    The Cleaning Staple That'll Zap Rust Around The Home

    Has rust taken over the metal fixtures around your home? Luckily, a common cleaning staple can quickly zap rust if you follow a few steps. Here's how.

    By Macy Sears September 16th, 2023 Read More
  • wet food smashed into carpet

    The Tool That'll Become A Staple For Cleaning Up Your Carpet

    An item you commonly use for simple home improvements can also remove spills from carpets. Discover what this tool is and how to use it when cleaning.

    By Jessica Daniels September 16th, 2023 Read More
  • woman standing near smelly fridge

    Deodorize Your Smelly Fridge With An Item You Already Have In Your Kitchen

    Expired food can cause a fridge to quickly become smelly. If you're dealing with this problem, remove the odors with an item you probably have in your kitchen.

    By Alexandra Rodriguez September 16th, 2023 Read More
  • Mouse on kitchen countertop

    A Simple Essential Oil Is All You Need To Combat A Mice Or Rat Infestation

    If you are dealing with a pest problem, there are several treatments open to you. This simple essential oil is all you need to combat a mice or rat infestation.

    By Sandy Baker September 16th, 2023 Read More
  • Rusted outdoor chairs

    Grab A Potato The Next Time Your Outdoor Furniture Gets Rusty

    A versatile ingredient in recipes, the potato is also useful when it comes to cleaning. The next time you notice some rust, consider the spud's scrubbing power.

    By Sakshi Khaitan September 16th, 2023 Read More
  • woman cleaning with cordless vacuum

    Why You Shouldn't Leave Your Vacuum On Its Charging Station 24/7

    While keeping your cordless vacuum on its charging station all the time may seem harmless, there is one reason why you may want to give it a break between uses.

    By Jacqueline Delibes September 16th, 2023 Read More
  • Nail polish stain on shirt

    The Best Method For Getting Nail Polish Stains Out Of Clothing

    Nail polish is notorious for leaving stains on clothing that are difficult to get out. Thankfully, you probably have the item you need to remove the stain.

    By D.G. Sciortino September 16th, 2023 Read More
  • Cleaning a pan

    The Pan-Cleaning Hack Your Life Has Been Missing

    After cooking dinner, the last thing you want to do is struggle removing burnt food from your pans. Try this Alka-Seltzer hack to simplify the process

    By Claire Dangalan September 16th, 2023 Read More
  • Cat walking out vertical blinds

    The First-Aid Staple You Want To Reach For When Cleaning Vertical Blinds

    While spot cleaning usually works for vertical blinds, when you're ready for a deeper clean of the blinds' vanes and headrail, this first-aid staple can help.

    By Sandy Baker September 16th, 2023 Read More
  • smelly water bottle in hand

    Freshen Up Your Reusable Water Bottle With One Popular Kitchen Ingredient

    Resuable water bottles are great for the environment but they tend to stink after a while. Fortunately, this ingredient could help banish the stench for good.

    By Saskia Ainsworth September 16th, 2023 Read More
  • Woman cleaning windows

    The WD-40 Hack That'll Have Your Windows Shining In No Time

    If you're tired of chasing streaks while washing windows, it might be time to bring out the WD-40 from the garage. It'll cut your time in half -- here's why.

    By Jacqueline Delibes September 16th, 2023 Read More
  • vacuum brush on chair

    The Hack That'll Help Clean Out Your Vacuum's Clogged Brush

    Is your vacuum brush looking grimier than the messes and spills it needs to clean? If so, it's time to deep clean it. Here's what you need to know.

    By Marco Rossi September 16th, 2023 Read More
  • living room furniture set up

    Reduce Furniture Odors With This Charcoal Hack

    There's nothing worse than smelly furniture, but getting those odors out doesn't have to be hard. Buy some activated charcoal and you'll be good to go.

    By Saskia Ainsworth September 15th, 2023 Read More
  • Hands cleaning grill

    This Newspaper Hack Makes Cleaning The Grill Effortlessly Easy

    Is removing the gunk off your grill difficult? Well, with a few sheets of newspaper, cleaning your grill can become much easier. Here's how.

    By Macy Sears September 15th, 2023 Read More
  • spider inside house

    Keep Spiders Out With The Help Of Some Rosemary

    If you're tired of cleaning cobwebs from corners and watching spiders scuttle across the floor, keep them outside with the help of this fragrant herb.

    By Marco Rossi September 15th, 2023 Read More
  • Yellow gloved hand holding steel wool

    Here's Why You Shouldn't Try TikTok's Steel Wool Hack On Silverware

    TikTok has a growing number of steel wool cleaning hacks. But most silverware is made from stainless steel, which doesn't respond well to steel wool scrubbing.

    By Rhiannon Faith Ireland September 15th, 2023 Read More
  • candle wax warmer with dried fruit

    The Bathroom Essential That Makes Cleaning A Wax Warmer Quick & Painless

    Wax warmers are a joy to use, but a pain to clean. Thankfully, there's one simple hack that disappears the messy wax, and all you need are cotton balls.

    By Ashlyn Needham September 15th, 2023 Read More
  • dropping toilet paper in toilet

    Use This Trick To Determine Whether Your Toilet Paper Is Causing Damage To Your Pipes

    Clogged toilets are commonly caused by using the wrong type of toilet paper, but how can you tell if that is the culprit? Try this trick to find out.

    By D.G. Sciortino September 15th, 2023 Read More
  • Person holding baby, whiteboard writing

    The Bathroom Staple That'll Refresh Dry-Erase Boards

    If your dry-erase board is showing evidence of ghosting (that is, remnants of ink), then it's time for a deeper clean, and this bathroom staple is the key.

    By Michele Wanke September 15th, 2023 Read More
  • Man staring at kitchen clutter

    The Closet Tool That Will Bring Order To Your Kitchen

    If you're having trouble organizing all your kitchen utensils, there's one closet organizer that can help. Use a belt rack to keep your utensils in order.

    By Rose Okeke September 15th, 2023 Read More
  • Mails in letterbox

    The Trash Can Hack That Prevents Junk Mail From Piling Up In Your Home

    Keep junk mail by taking over your home with this easy, effective hack for dealing with mail before you even bring it into the house.

    By Sakshi Khaitan September 15th, 2023 Read More
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