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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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    How To Use Bleach in Laundry the Right Way

    Get your clothes spotless and bright with these expert tips.

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    10 Things You Should Never Put in the Washing Machine

    Some items can shrink in the washer, while others can be totally destroyed or even break your machine!


    The 15 Best TikTok Cleaning Products That Actually Work

    CleanTok has us in the cleaning mood! Here are cleaning products from TikTok that are worth your money...


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    10 Essential Fall Clean-Up Tasks

    The seasons are changing, and it's time to prepare! Here are common post-summer clean-up chores to get your home ready...


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    How to Remove Dryer Burn Marks from Clothes

    Scorch marks from the dryer on your favorite piece of clothing? In many cases, you can still salvage it. Here's...

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    Are You Getting the Most Out of Your Dishwasher?

    Common dishwasher mistakes may be costing you valuable time and money. Here's how to avoid them.


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    How to Clean Grill Grates

    Read on to learn how to keep your grill grates in great shape and guarantee your food always tastes great.


    The Viral O-Cedar Spin Mop Is a Beloved Cleaning Tool, So We Tested It Out

    Mopping no longer has to be a chore you deplore, thanks to the O-Cedar spin mop.


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    Chomp Wall Mop Review: Is It the Best Mop of 2023? (TikTok-Approved)

    You'll no longer have to stand on a chair when cleaning out-of-reach areas, thanks to the Chomp wall...


    The 20 Best Men’s Gifts on Amazon That’ll Arrive in No Time

    Have a guy who's difficult to shop for? These men's gifts on Amazon will get a five-star rating from your...


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    How to Clean a TV Screen

    Fingerprints on your TV? It's easy to clean a TV screen so it's crystal clear without causing any damage.


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    10 Surprising Uses for Windex

    Contrary to popular belief, the common household cleaner is not just for glass.


    Space-Saver Vacuum Storage Bags Saved My Life While Moving

    If you’re moving or swapping out your summer wardrobe for cold-weather clothes, you’ve got to try these space-saver...

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    Steel Wool Comes in 8 Different Grades—Here’s How to Use Each One

    From wiping windows to scrubbing cast iron, there's no task steel wool can't handle.


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    How to Clean Up Blood Spills

    Let's hope you never need this information. But if you do, these tools, materials and procedures can help you safely...


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    How To Clean a Flat Top Grill

    Flat top grills are selling like hotcakes (wink!). If you get or have one, be sure you know how to...


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    6 Ways Clean Furniture and Fight Odors Without Chemical Cleaners

    The best all-natural solutions for how to clean furniture and how to deodorize a couch without chemicals and store-bought cleaners.


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    How To Clean White Walls

    Are your white walls looking dull and dirty? Learn how to clean them and bring back their luster with our...


    The 6 Best Toilet Cleaners, According to Editor Testing

    Here are the six best toilet bowl cleaners our editors love.


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    This Hack Will Revolutionize How You Clean Your Dishwashing Gloves

    Never plunge your hand into a wet, sweaty glove again!


    The EyeVac Home Vacuum Is Our Editor’s Pick for Eliminating Pet Hair and Dirt From Floors

    The touchless EyeVac vacuum sucks up any debris you send its way, making dust pans and lingering pet hair a...


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    5 Tips on How to Lower the pH In an Aquarium

    If your tank is testing higher than you would like, check out these expert-approved methods for safely fixing the pH.

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    Should You Clean Your Cleaning Tools?

    Don't toss your cleaning tools when they're dirty. Here's how to clean them — all of them — and extend...


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    How To Clean Pavers

    Got some dirty pavers in your garden, patio or walkway? With proper cleaning, they can look as good as new.


    Best Washing Machine for Your Cleanest Laundry Yet

    Need a little help picking the best washing machine? Family Handyman has you (and your toughest stains) covered.


    The 6 Best Grill Cleaners to Tackle Caked-On Grease

    From foams and sprays to even automatic brushes, we've got you—and your grill—covered with the best grill cleaners.


    Finish Dishes in Minutes with an Easy-to-Install Motorized Glass Rinser

    Sick of spending hours slumped over the sink? No need to stuff your hands into narrow glasses—this bar glass rinser...