The Best Ways to Use Ammonia Around the House
Ammonia often plays second fiddle to bleach, but it’s one of the most powerful cleaning products in your arsenal. Here are 20 smart ways to use it.
I Tried IKEA’s New Air Purifier—Here’s What It’s Like
The new Förnuftig air purifier tackles indoor air pollution to help you breathe easier.
25 Plastic Wrap Hacks That’ll Make Your Life Easier
Learn how to use this versatile tool to its full potential.
The Guide to Using Baking Soda at Home
You've probably got a box of baking soda sitting at the back of your fridge, but this powerful deodorizer has...
No Watch? No Problem! Here’s How to Tell the Time, Anytime
Five back-to-basics ways of gauging the time of day without the aid of modern technology.
Aluminum Foil Hacks to Save You Time
If you're only using aluminum foil to line your cookie sheets, you're tapping just a fraction of its potential.
The Healthy Home Checklist
Science-backed strategies that help eliminate potential health hazards and improve your well-being, room by room.
You Need to Try This Viral Wooden Spoon Cleaning Hack
Sure, it may be gross, but this viral wooden spoon hack will have you running into the kitchen to try...
Secrets to Steal From People Who Never Get Hacked
Learn the best practices that stop cybercriminals in their tracks.
You’ve Been Putting Garbage Bags in Wrong This Whole Time
Thanks to this mind-blowing viral video, you'll never have to shake out a fresh garbage bag again!
13 Washer/Dryer Problems You’ll Regret Ignoring
If you spot any of these issues, resolve them—ASAP.
How to Delete Yourself From Google Searches
Looking to regain a little privacy? Follow these steps to remove yourself from Google searches—or at least hide the more...
Cyber Security Secrets Hackers Don’t Want You to Know
Computer hackers have lots of tools to threaten your internet security, but these tips from cybersecurity experts can help protect...
Microwave Problems You’ll Regret Ignoring
Failing take care of these issues ASAP could damage your microwave beyond repair—or worse.
If Your Phone Operates on This Network, It’s Time to Get a Replacement
First-generation smartphones will soon be unable to make calls, send texts, or even dial 911.
Rules Electricians Always Follow in Their Own Homes
Before you attempt any DIY electrical work, brush up on the habits and best practices that are second nature to...
Creepy Things Your Smartphone Knows About You
Between codes, passwords and location tracking, smartphones collect hoards of data on users. Here’s what you should know about everything...
A Passion For Vintage Teacups
Collecting these beautiful vintage teacups is a fun and addictive hobby.
15 Brilliant Uses For Bleach You’ll Wish You Knew Sooner
If you're only using bleach on your laundry, you're tapping just a fraction of its potential. Check out these clever...
How to Get What You Want From Customer Service (Without Being a Jerk)
Calling to make a complaint? Here are six tips that help ensure a hassle-free conversation, every time.
Password Mistakes That Hackers Hope You’ll Make
Online security experts share the seemingly innocent habits that are putting your privacy—and even your finances—at risk.
How to Pick the Fastest Line at the Grocery Store (Hint: It’s Not the Express Lane!)
There is a science to picking the line that will get you out of the store the fastest—this technique will...
The Real Reason Silica Gel Packets Are in Everything You Buy
...And just how dangerous are they?
Never Do This With Power Bars
Power bars are a smart way to turn a single electrical outlet into six (or more), but they can be...
What to Do When the Power Goes Out in Your Home
Expert advice you'll be glad to know the next time wild weather takes out your electricity.
Clever Rubbing Alcohol Hacks For a Cleaner Home
Wiping down your windows with rubbing alcohol not only leaves them sparkling, but also frost-proof!
How to Stop Spam Texts on an iPhone or Android
Watch out! An unexpected text can go from simply annoying to malicious, which is why you'll want to know how...
How to Blur Out Your House on Google Maps—and Why You Should
Have you ever searched for your home address on Google Maps? If so, you’re probably familiar with the eerie realization...
Genius Cooking Spray Hacks You’ll Wish You’d Known Sooner
If you're only using cooking spray to prevent your baked goods from sticking to the pan, you're tapping just a...
Why You Should Never Call Back an Unknown Number
You could be opening the door to scammers.
If You See Grey Ice Cubes in Your Freezer, This Is What It Means
Is your freezer's ice maker spitting out grey cubes? This is a common problem and is usually easy to solve.