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There’s no place like home—especially when it’s in tip-top shape. We’ve rounded up the best cleaning and organizing tricks, affordable decor ideas, DIY hacks, and more. Warning: Once you’ve got everything just the way you want it, you may never want to leave!

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The 5 Best Mini Freezers Mean Storing More Ice Cream in 2024

The best mini freezer provides additional storage without taking up a lot of space (or costing you a fortune!).

How to Do Laundry the Right Way: A Step-by-Step Guide

Here's everything you need to know about how to do laundry—from sorting to removing stains to drying—so your clothes stay...


The 5 Best Washer and Dryer Brands, According to Experts

In the market for some new appliances? These are the best washer and dryer brands around.


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19 Plants That Are Poisonous to Dogs

Listen up, pet parents! Your home may have poisonous plants for dogs, and it's time you made some smart plant...


11 Polite Habits House Cleaners Secretly Hate—and What to Do Instead

Your intentions may be good, but these "helpful" habits don't help your house cleaner at all

How to Get Paint Out of Clothes: 3 Methods That Actually Work

Whether you're dealing with acrylic, latex, oil-based or dried paint stains, here's how to get paint out of clothes, according...


37 Cool Things to Buy Online Right Now

Prepare to click "add to cart." These quirky, practical, cool things to buy are sure to put a smile on...

10 Mosquito-Repelling Plants You Need in Your Backyard

Why invest in pesticides or bug sprays to control mosquitoes when you can repel them naturally with plants?


The Best Cleaning Schedule to Keep Your Home Spotless

Here's the ultimate cleaning schedule for household chores ranging from daily and weekly tasks to deep-cleanings that need to be...


How to Clean Leather and Protect It for Long-Lasting Results

For a supple, smooth finish and long-lasting protection, follow these expert-recommended methods for how to clean leather


Here’s How Often You Should Wash Your Sheets—and the Gross Things That Happen When You DonR...

A microbiologist, dermatologist and cleaning pro explain just how often you should change your sheets

What Do Dryer Sheets Do? 9 Genius Ways to Use Them Around the House

The laundry staple does more than create soft, scented, static-free clothes. Here, top laundry experts explain what dryer sheets do...


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9 Best Dryer Sheets for the Softest, Best-Smelling Clothes

Say goodbye to static and wrinkles, and hello to soft, fresh-smelling fabrics.


9 Natural Cleaners That Get Your Home Sparkling Clean, According to Pros

These eco-friendly DIY cleaning solutions are easy to make, affordable and incredibly effective


20 Low-Maintenance Houseplants Anyone Can Grow

Don't have a green thumb? Don't worry! These low-maintenance indoor plants will stay green with even the tiniest bit of...


How to Recycle Old Clothes According to Experts

Not all closet castoffs are destined for the dump. Try these Earth-friendly alternatives to tossing old clothes and other textiles,...

Here’s Exactly How You Should Clean Your Car’s Interior

Chances are, you’re missing a few important steps! Here’s how to clean your car’s interior the right way, according to...


14 Things Feng Shui Experts Place in Their Homes for Good Health

Boost your health and happiness by maximizing the positive energy in your home. Not sure if these tactics will work?...


10 Things You Should Never Clean with a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser

These powerful little scrubbers clean like, well, magic. But they can't do it all. Never use a Magic Eraser on...


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17 Products That Will Clean Your House in Less Than an Hour

Hate scrubbing, mopping and vacuuming? You’re in the right place. These genius inventions will cut cleaning time by doing the...