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How to Clean a Microfiber Couch
Find out the best way to remove stains from a microfiber couch, and how you might be making them worse!
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13 Things You Should Never, Ever Vacuum
Getting out the vacuum may seem like a quick solution for any spill, but some things just aren’t meant to...
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This Is the Right Way to Clean a Flat Screen TV Safely
Brush the dust off your TV screen the right way with these tips.
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How To Clean with Bleach In a Bathroom
When used correctly, bleach is an effective way to sanitize and clean certain areas of the house. Here's a few...
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How To Clean Black Spots In the Bathroom
Find out how to clean black spots in the bathroom with a few supplies and a little elbow grease.
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10 Cleaning Mistakes That Actually Make Homes Dirtier
From misusing cleaners to spreading germs, bad cleaning habits are hard to break. Learn how to avoid these common cleaning...
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5 Mistakes You Keep Making When Cleaning with Bleach
When it comes to fighting bacteria and germs, bleach can be your ally. However, if you don't use it correctly,...
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Is it Better to Hand Wash Dishes or Use the Dishwasher?
When it comes to washing dishes—believe it or not—as long as you have a newer model dishwasher, it's better to...
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Save Time and Money With This Spring Cleaning Guide
We've created this detailed guide that highlights when and how to begin spring cleaning and everything you need to get...
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13 Top Reviewed Products That Will Help Remove Stains
Anyone's that spilled wine on their white carpet or dripped ranch dressing on a $120 tie understands the importance of...
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Best Car Cleaning Tips and Tricks
Simple ways to get your car clean and looking almost brand new!
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If You Haven’t Been Cleaning With Microfiber Cloths, You Should Be
You can use a microfiber cloth to remove 99% of bacteria with just water. No chemicals needed!
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The Best Way To Eliminate Garbage Can Odors
This will make a big difference in your kitchen aroma.
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This Is How Often You Need to Replace Your Kitchen Sponge
You could clean that old kitchen sponge—but experts agree that it's safer to toss and replace them.
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12 Times You Shouldn’t Use Multi-Purpose Cleaner
The idea of an "all-purpose" cleaner is a bit misleading—it isn't the right product for every task around the house....
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15 Top-Rated Cleaning Supplies on Amazon for a Spotless Home
Scrub, spray and wipe your way to a cleaner home with the best Amazon cleaning supplies.
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This Is How Often You Should REALLY Be Vacuuming
If you wonder if your lack of love for your vacuum cleaner is damaging your flooring, or jeopardizing your health,...
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15 Things You Should Never Put Down Your Garbage Disposal
Avoid these to keep your garbage disposal running smooth and your drains clog-free.
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5 Ways to Keep Your House Clean During a Muddy Spring
What’s your best keep-clean tip for mud season?
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6 Ways to Upgrade Your DIY All-Purpose Cleaner
Vinegar is the best natural cleaner out there, but it doesn't smell the greatest. Embrace the aromatic benefits of other...
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Pool School: Pool Maintenance for Beginners
By practicing some simple, basic maintenance, you can help maximize the life of your pool—keep it at the center of...
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5 Crucial Tips for Concrete CareÂ
Here are five easy—and relatively inexpensive—ways to keep your concrete as strong as King Kong, according to Acid Magic.
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8 Common Items That Remove Blood Stains
Wondering how to remove blood stains? Work as quickly as possible with these household items to save your soiled clothes.
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This Hack Is the Easiest Way to Get Wax Out of Carpet
A pro shares his method on how to remove wax
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15 Simple Ways to Clean Your Cleaning Tools
When not properly cared for, the equipment and appliances we use to clean the house can spread bacteria and germs....
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34 Spring Cleaning Tips to Make It a Breeze
Let's just admit to ourselves that spring cleaning is a lot of work, so to make things flow a little...
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The Quickest and Easiest Way to Clean Legos
Children’s toys are a breeding ground for germs. So learn how to quickly clean your kid's favorite toys.
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Here’s How To Clean A Burnt Pot or Pan with Two Ingredients
Say goodbye to burnt pans for good!
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30 Spring Cleaning Tasks to Add to Your Checklist
Start thinking of spring cleaning as the calendar turns a page. Develop a plan with these tips on what to...