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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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    A Guide To Spring Cleaning Your Car

    With spring comes sunshine and warmer weather, and a perfect opportunity to clean your vehicle.


    The 7 Best Hot Tub Cleaners to Make Your Spa Sparkle

    A backyard spa is a year-round source of enjoyment—if you keep it clean. Here are the best hot tub cleaners...


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    Spring Cleaning Your Freezer

    Could you make dinner with what's in your freezer? Would you want to? If not, it's probably time to clean...


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    This Is the Best Way to Clean Your Dining Room

    Learn how to clean the dining room with the right tools, the best cleaning practices and a printable checklist. You'll...


    Freshen Up Your Basement and Floors—Shop Steam Cleaners As Low as $55

    Harness the power of pressurized steam to clean your whole house for less by shopping these steam cleaner sales.


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    What’s the Average Cost of House Cleaning? A Detailed Price Check

    There are many variables, but on average, a day of cleaning costs a little less than hiring a pro to...


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    When Is the Ideal Time To Start Spring Cleaning?

    The concept of spring cleaning dates back centuries. We emerge from winter, wanting to clean and freshen. But if you...


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    Here’s How to Clean Every Type of Couch

    Learning how to clean a couch is easier than you might think—as long as you follow these expert-approved instructions

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    How to Dust Your Home the Right Way

    There's no way to prevent dust from accumulating in your home, but you can control it with a regular cleaning...


    How to Prevent Rust Spots in Your Shower from Shaving Cream Cans

    One popular beauty item works double-duty to save your porcelain.


    7 New Uses for Dawn Powerwash Dish Spray

    This cult-favorite dish soap offers cleaning solutions well beyond the kitchen sink.


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    What Is Clutter and What Can I Do About It?

    Books, toys, tools. Clutter builds up in no time. What is clutter, and why is it important to reduce it?


    Here’s Why It Might Be Time to Stop Using Liquid Dishwasher Detergent

    Dishwasher tablets may be a more efficient way to clean your dishes in the dishwasher over liquid or gel packs.


    Here’s Why So Many Homes Have Brass Doorknobs

    These old-school fixtures are so much more than a pretty face.


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    What You Need To Know About Pool Filters

    Swimming pool filters are not one size fits all. Here's a look at the different types and which one might...


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    Have Guests Coming? Here’s How to Clean Your Home in 30 Minutes or Less

    Hosting a get-together comes with a lengthy to-do list, which makes it easy to drop the ball on cleaning your...


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    Why You Should Use Microfiber Towels

    Product cleaning instructions more frequently recommend a microfiber towel instead of a soft, clean lint free cloth. Here's why.

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    How Much Does a Professional Organizer Cost?

    We'll answer that, as well as some other professional decluttering FAQs.


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    How To Declutter a Room in 3 Easy Steps

    Clutter accumulates in no time and overwhelms our living spaces and minds. Get back on track with these three surefire...


    How To Wax a Boat

    Boats are made for fun in the sun, but that sun (and water) dulls the surface over time. Learn how...


    How To Clean a Pool Filter Cartridge

    Be sure to clean your pool filter cartridge system as part of your pool winterization process. It's easy if you...


    How To Shock a Pool

    A little shock therapy is just what your pool needs to stay clean and sanitized for the winter. Here's all...


    This DIY Cleaner Will Prevent Dust From Building Up in Your Home

    Dust isn't just dust—it's a veritable smorgasbord of grossness containing mold, skin cells, dust mites, and bacteria. Learn how to...

    How to Remove Soap Scum

    Find out how to remove stubborn soap scum from all your bathroom surfaces and stop it from coming back.


    Light Bulb Recycling Guide

    You can recycle those old light bulbs, but there are a few important things to know before you toss them...


    8 Best Bathtub Cleaners

    It's time to say goodbye to the filth creeping in your bathtub. To get it clean and shining again, you...


    6 Best Robot Vacuums for the Easiest Cleaning Ever

    The best robot vacuum lets you clean smarter, not harder! Find one that mops, geomaps and gets every last piece...


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    How To Clean Sticky Grease Off Kitchen Cabinets

    Grimy cabinets make a clean kitchen seem dull and dirty. Clean sticky grease off your kitchen cabinets with powerful...


    Can You Use Oven Cleaner On Kitchen Countertops?

    What is the effect of oven cleaner on kitchen countertops? We hashed it out with a pro, and this is...