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Here’s Why You Should Dry Your Clothes Like Grandma Did

A clothes line seems like the easy answer, but what if you don’t have space for one?


17 Things Everyone Forgets to Clean—But Shouldn’t

No matter how much you plan, these always slip through the cracks.


10 Surprising Uses for Table Salt

Table salt isn't just for French fries and pasta water. We found genius uses for table salt around the house.


9 Things You Can Clean in 5 Minutes or Less

You can get these tasks done before you need to run out the door for work or while you’re waiting...


Utensils in the Dishwasher: Should They Actually Go Up or Down?

It's a debate as old as time. Do you put your utensils up or down when loading the dishwasher?


How to Get Oil Stains Out of Clothes

Oil stains are famously hard to remove, but not impossible! Find out how to get oil out of clothes with...


How to Clean a Stainless Steel Sink

Find out how to clean and polish a stainless steel sink with a few household items.


The Definitive Guide on How Often You Should Clean Everything

Here’s the scoop, from experts, on what to clean and how often to clean it.

Want to Know How to Remove Stickers from Appliances? Here’s an Easy Trick!

Have you ever been stymied by a stubborn sticker? Martha Stewart has a secret for how to remove stickers from...


10 Surprising Ways to Use a Magic Eraser Sponge

The magic eraser works on even the toughest cleaning jobs. Check out these 10 clever ways to use a Magic...


8 Best Ways to Clean Hardwood Floors

Hardwood floors are more complicated to keep in tact than you may have thought. Use these tips to keep them...


35 Nearly Forgotten House Cleaning Tips From the Past

Grandma knows all the best cleaning tips and tricks to save you time, money and effort. You'll want to stock...


19 Home Items You Should Be Cleaning Every Month

Do these simple cleaning tasks monthly to avoid major messes down the road.


13 Things that Can De-Stink Your Clothes—No Washing Required

We've all been there, but here's how you can save your smelly shirt before your dinner plans.


16 Things You Never Knew You Could Put in the Washing Machine

Stuffed animals and small toys? Sure. Yoga mats and baseball caps? Bring them on.


8 Ways to Boost Laundry Detergent

Optimize the power of your laundry detergent with these natural enhancements.


Finally! The Real Reason Your Clothes Are Shrinking in the Wash

These easy tips will save your clothes from shrinking in the washing machine.

6 Secret Laundry Ingredients to Add to Your Next Load

Get whiter whites and darker darks with these ingenious additions to your laundry.


12 Kitchen Cleaning Products That Make Chores Good, Clean Fun

These kitchen cleaning products are fun to use and guaranteed to leave your space sparkly clean—minimal elbow grease required


How to Clean a Roasting Pan

Say goodbye to burnt-on pieces of last week's chicken dinner. We'll walk through how to clean a roasting pan, including...


Liquid vs. Powder Detergent: Which Is Better to Use?

Which one truly better than the other?


19 Hidden Places in Your House You Haven’t Thought to Clean (But Really Should)

There are several places in your home that are dirtier than you might think.


How to Clean a Freezer in Five Simple Steps

The refrigerator's forgotten sister, the freezer, is often neglected. But to keep it running at peak performance, you'll want to...


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Use This Laundry Trick to Remove Pet Hair From Your Clothes and Bedding

Use this laundry trick to say bye-bye to pet hair, and avoid the headache of a clogged washer. You won't...


How Often Should You Clean Your Fridge?

Here's a closer look at what parts of the refrigerator need to be cleaned daily, weekly and monthly.


19 Vinegar Cleaning Hacks That’ll Save You Money

Vinegar is a natural cleaning solution that yields numerous benefits in and around your home—and it's so cheap!


How to Remove Paint from Clothes

Find out how to remove paint from clothes with these tried and true methods.


How to Clean Wooden Spoons

Sure, wooden spoons are kitchen staples. But frequent use results in a lot of wear and tear! Learn our best...