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Keep your home sparkling clean inside and out with these projects and tips for a faster and better job.

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    Which Floor Wax, Polish or Sealant Is Right for the Floors In Your Home?

    Don't make the wrong choice! Find the best floor wax, polish, sealant or cleaning solution depending on the type of...


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    Why You Should (or Shouldn’t) Wax the Floors in Your Home

    To wax or not to wax? Find out whether your floor needs waxing or another type of treatment for keeping...


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    8 Best Jewelry Cleaners

    Proper storage and care will keep your jewelry looking like new. Try these cleaners for sparkling results.


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    How to Clean an Area Rug

    No need to hire a professional when you can clean an area rug yourself! You may need a friend if...


    Cleaning Products Professional House Cleaners Always Buy

    We asked the professionals what cleaning must-haves they swear by to keep every room in your home sparkling.


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    15 Professional Car Detailing Secrets

    Save $200 and detail your car yourself in half a day. Get professional results using these tips from experienced detailers.


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    Stuff We Love: Dyson V11 Torque Drive

    We tested the top-of-the-line Dyson V11 Torque Drive and nearly fell in love with vacuuming the house.


    How to Tell If You’re Using Too Much Laundry Detergent

    Even when laundry is filthy, smelly and stained, more detergent isn't better. If there are suds after the rinse cycle,...

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    How to Remove Paint from Concrete and Other Stains

    Remove oil and grease stains from concrete using TSP and other cleaners.


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    10 Things Professional Housecleaners Would Never Do in Their Homes

    Take some housekeeping advice from the pros — there really is a right way and a wrong way to clean...


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    How to Clean Glass Shower Doors

    A certified House Cleaning Technician shares everything you need to know about how to clean glass shower doors — and...


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    16 Things That Make Your Home Harder to Clean

    Your home decor choices impact how easy — or difficult — it is to clean your home. Use this pro-cleaner...


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    Secret Cleaning Tips From the Pros

    These cleaning professional secrets will make your house sparkle from top to bottom.


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    This Tip Will Change the Way You Load Your Dishwasher

    Put small items in a mesh laundry bag before running your dishwasher. You'll thank us time and time again!


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    10 Things in Your Home That May Be Making You Sick

    Here are 10 common household things that could be harboring nasty germs.


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    How to Clean a Gas Fireplace

    Important annual gas fireplace maintenance.


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    How to Get Dog and Cat Urine Out of Your Mattress

    Pet accidents happen — sometimes on your bed — but that doesn't mean you have to live with the unpleasant...

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    21 Things Every Homeowner Needs to Know

    While rewarding, being a homeowner can be costly and frustrating if you're not in the know. Here are 21 essential...


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    6 Best Pet Urine Remover Products for the Carpet

    Wondering how to get pee out of carpet? Erase all evidence of accidents with a first rate carpet cleaner for...


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    Cleaning With a Lemon Actually Works for These 15 Things

    From tough stains to clogged drains, lemons are the cleaners you didn’t know you had. Take advantage of the surprising...


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    9 Ways to Get Dog Smell Out of a Couch

    If you're wondering how to get dog smell out of your couch, there are a number of things you can...


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    How to Get Pet Stains Out of Carpet

    Home remedies and products to clean your pet-stained carpet.


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    How to Remove Pet Hair From Your Couch

    If pet hair has taken over your furniture, there's a way to get it off quickly and easily.

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    7 Best Products for Removing Pet Stains on Furniture

    If your pets are allowed on the furniture, the occasional stain is inevitable — just be sure to have a...


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    7 Best Car Stain Removers of 2022

    The best car stain remover banishes grease, spilled coffee, pet accidents and just about any other upholstery mess in between.


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    Top 10 Car Interior Cleaning Tips

    If you drive a lot for work or have kids and pets, you know how hard it can be to...


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    Top 10 Car Window Cleaners

    The best car window cleaners boost visibility and protect the glass. Read on for our top 10.


    Can You Wash ‘Dry Clean Only’ Clothes at Home?

    It's late, your suit is dirty but you need it for tomorrow's meeting. Here's how to dry clean clothes at...


    Can Microfiber Cloths Go In the Dryer?

    Can microfiber cloths go in the dryer. Learn if they're dryer-safe and how to maintain their lint-free quality effectively.