Cleaning and Organizing

Keeping your home germ-free is more important than ever—but that doesn’t mean you want to spend all your time cleaning. Here, you’ll find cleaning strategies that will save you time, money and effort, and genius home organizing tips to make the most of every square foot of space.

How to Clean Absolutely Everything in Your Kitchen, According to Charles the Butler

Charles MacPherson—best known as "Charles the Butler" on CTV's The Marilyn Denis Show—shares expert advice on how to make your kitchen sparkle.

How to Clean Your Bathroom Thoroughly—Without Harsh Chemicals

From home remedies to old-school techniques, follow this back-to-basics guide for a greener, cleaner bathroom.


10 Organizing Shows on Netflix That Will Inspire You to Declutter Now

Looking for storage solutions to bring order to a cluttered space? You'll find plenty of inspiration in these must-watch series.


What You Should Know About Laundry Stripping

Thought your machine-washed sheets and towels were thoroughly clean? Think again!


Secrets Professional Organizers Don’t Want You to Know

Want to expand your living space—without taking a sledgehammer to the walls? Here's how to make the most of every...

The 10 Most Disgusting House Bugs (And How to Get Rid of Them)

Although some are harmful, others are kind of helpful. Either way, we’ll show you how to kick these creepy-crawlies out.


The Secret Ingredient That Whitens Your Laundry (Without Bleach)

Hint: You've probably got it in your fridge!


How to Make Homemade Laundry Detergent So You Never Have to Buy It Again

The average Canadian household does at least four loads of laundry a week. Imagine how much you...


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Baking Soda Can Be a Powerful Cleanser—But You Should Never Use It Here

It seems like baking soda can get any job done, but it can actually cause damage when used to clean...


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10 Surprising Uses for Windex You’ll Wish You’d Known Sooner

Contrary to popular belief, the common household cleaner isn't just for glass.

Your Dishwasher Tablets Can Actually Clean Your Oven—Here’s How

It turns out dishwasher tablets are tough on grease and grime all over the kitchen!


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15 Things You Should Never Store in Your Garage

If you want to keep your home pest-free and your belongings in good condition, never store these items in your...


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10 Quick Fixes For Smelly Shoes

Do people turn up their noses when you take off your shoes? These home remedies can help.


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Genius Hacks That Make Laundry Day Less of a Hassle

Doing the laundry might not be your favourite chore, but these time-saving tricks will definitely make it easier.


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7 Ways You’re Shortening the Life of Your Refrigerator

These common habits could be taking years off of your hard-working kitchen appliance.

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Never Keep This in Your Bathroom

Just because these products are meant to be used in the bathroom, doesn’t mean they should be stored there...


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Why You Should Throw Out Five Things Every Monday

...And more weekly chores that will keep your home clean, organized and efficient in every way.


This Waxed Paper Hack Will Get Rid of Grease and Dust in Your Kitchen

Your humble roll of waxed paper can make chores so much easier.


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Things Professional Cleaners Do *Every Day* to Keep Their Own Homes Spotless

This daily cleaning routine will give you your weekends back.


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The Filthiest Items in Your Home (and How to Clean Them!)

Areas that are tough to clean—whether it's because they're tricky to reach or take too much elbow-grease—are often the most...


How to Organize Your Nightstand—And Why You Should

Nightstand doubling as a dumping ground? Organizing it is easier than you think, and it might even help you sleep...


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12 Things You Should Never Pour Down the Drain

Plumbers say these bad waste disposal habits are what keeps them busy.


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13 Laundry Mistakes Everyone Makes (And How to Fix Them)

Keep your clothes cleaner, your home greener and your hydro bill a bit more manageable with these expert laundry tips.


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20 Ways You’re Shortening the Life of Your Dishwasher

Unless you actually enjoy washing dishes by hand, you'll want to avoid these common dishwasher maintenance mistakes.

Utensils in the Dishwasher: Should They Point Up or Down?

It's a debate as old as time (or at least as old as dishwashers). Do you point your utensils up...


You’ve Probably Never Cleaned This Part of Your Oven—And It’s Filthy!

Just how does all of that grime get *between* the glass panels of an oven door, anyway? This handy video...


13 Secrets Your Exterminator Wants You to Know

Repelling pests can be as simple as changing the light bulb above your porch.


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The Best Cleaning Tricks for Hard-to-Remove Stuff

Clogged drains and stubborn adhesive wall hooks are no match for our highly effective housekeeping hacks.


What is That Pink Slime in Your Bathroom?

Get the scoop on so-called pink mould, the icky shower slime that seems to return as soon as you finish...


Here’s Why You Need to Clean Your Washing Machine—and How to Do It

The moist, warm, dark environment of your washing machine is the perfect breeding ground for mould and germs. Here's how...