Cleaning
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Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Wash Dishes By Hand
Good news for everyone who hates to wash dishes by hand: it's time to put... -
15 Things You Can Clean with a Lint Roller—Besides Clothes
If you're only using lint rollers to clean your clothes, you're missing out on a... -
8 Things You Should Never Clean with Vinegar
In most cases, vinegar is a great all-purpose cleaner, but there are some things that... -
15 Everyday Items Dirtier Than a Toilet Seat
These surfaces have more germs than the average toilet seat, and you’ve likely already... -
The Little-Known Trick to Cleaning Your Oven Without Scrubbing
With this witty life hack, you'll never have to scrub again. Here's how to clean... -
Does Your Kitchen Sponge Smell? Here’s How to Clean It
If your kitchen sponge is starting to smell, it's likely harbouring a hefty amount of... -
How to Remove Water Stains from Wood: 6 Tricks to Try
Someone forgot to use a coaster? Grab any of these household products and you'll be... -
Where Do Bed Bugs Come From?
Bed bugs—just the thought of them makes you itchy, doesn't it?
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5 Myths About House Fires You Probably Believe
In a fire, do you have minutes or seconds to escape? What's more dangerous: flames... -
16 Traditional Cleaning Tricks That Don’t Actually Work
Cleaning experts are calling the bluff on these popular cleaning "hacks." -
12 Brilliant DIY Cleaning Products for Every Room in the House
Ditch the pricey store-bought cleaning products and stick with these all-natural solutions from the book... -
You Should Always Add This One Ingredient to Your Dishwasher
This key ingredient in your dishwasher will give your glassware an extra sparkle and prevent... -
11 Pests That Could Be Hiding in Your Attic
Perhaps it's the fluffy tail or their crazy shenanigans, but squirrels are kind of cute... -
How to Get Rid of Sweat Stains: 11 Easy Solutions
You probably have these DIY sweat stain solutions in your home right now. -
The 10 Most Disgusting House Bugs—and the Best Ways to Get Rid of Them
You may be surprised by which of these house bugs are actually helpful and which... -
20 Spring Cleaning Tasks You Can Do in 1 Minute or Less
Spring has sprung, so it's time to buckle down and clean up our spaces. You'll...
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10 Easy Tips for Cleaning Your Microwave, Stovetop and Oven
Could your kitchen use a deep-clean? Banishing burned-on gunk and grease is a breeze with... -
20 Things You Should Be Cleaning with a Toothbrush
Most of us clean using sponges, cloths, dusters, vacuums, etc. but sometimes your most effective... -
11 Brilliant Cleaning Shortcuts Lazy People Will Appreciate
For starters, make the dishwasher your best friend for cleaning everything—including shoes! -
9 Fast Tricks to Clean Your House While You Sleep
Some chores can take care of themselves while you snooze. -
Who Knew? 7 Unexpected Health Benefits of Spring Cleaning
This season, "cleaning" is about more than just tidying up your house. -
8 Spring Cleaning Tips That Will Make Life Easier
Ready to give your home a top-to-bottom buffing? Once you've covered these major tasks, you'll... -
Spring Closet Cleaning: 14 Ideas From Professional Organizers
Experts share their best insider tips to get your closet in shape for spring. -
13 Things Your Exterminator Wishes You Knew
Repelling pests can be as simple as changing the light bulb above your porch.
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16 Genius Cleaning Hacks You’ll Want to Steal from Professional House Cleaners
You'll have your house spick-and-span in no time by following these tips. -
10 Most Common Causes of House Fires in Canada
The chief causes of house fires are clear—and so are the ways to avoid... -
How to Declutter Your Home: A Room-by-Room Guide to Living With Less
Are you a borderline hoarder? Maybe it's time to minimalize! Canada's top organizing experts share... -
9 Things You’re Better Off Tossing and Replacing When You Move
Packing is hard enough. Lighten your load by ditching these nine items for a fresh... -
15 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. -
7 Surprisingly Germy Kitchen Items You Never Think to Clean
The sponge and the sink are obvious culprits, but new research shows that other everyday... -
The 6 Hidden Strengths of Being a Messy Person
Why do neat freaks get all the credit? Messy people have the edge: they're relaxed,... -
12 Things You Should Never, Ever Pour Down the Drain
It might be convenient to just rinse with water and flush it down the drain....