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Keeping your home neat and tidy isn’t an impossible task once you know our best cleaning and organizing tips. We’re here to help with the only cleaning schedule you’ll need, along with advice on everything from cleaning your kitchen and bathroom to stain removal to doing your laundry the right way. Plus, we have strategies for organizing your bedroom closet, linen closet, pantry and more.

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The 7 Best Steam Cleaner Picks of 2023, According to Cleaning Experts

Looking for a way to naturally disinfect everything from your home to your car? Discover the best steam cleaner to...


10 Tips for Wood Floor Scratch Repair

Do you have ugly scratches in your wood floors? You can make those imperfections go away—or at least make them...


How Often Should You Wash Your Jeans?

Yes, there is a correct number! Here’s what experts say about how frequently you should wash jeans to keep...


The 8 Best Cordless Vacuums of 2023, According to Cleaning Pros

We found the best cordless vacuum options for every budget, flooring and space.


How to Get Dog Poop Out of Carpet and Other Hard-to-Clean Spots

Did your pet have an accident? Whether it's an old mess or a new one, these tips from the pros...


I Have Two Kids and Dog—and I Swear by Ruggable Washable Rugs

Yes, you really can wash Ruggable rugs in the washing machine! Our Ruggable review answers the questions you...


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12 Best Vacuum-Mop Combos with Near-Perfect Reviews for 2024

Clean your floors in half the time with the best vacuum-mop combo. Trust us, you won't know how you ever...


31 Expert Spring-Cleaning Tips for Your Cleanest Home Ever

Follow these expert-approved tips to get your dusting, scrubbing, and vacuuming done in half the time.

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How to Clean Your Baseboards Quickly and Easily

It may not be particularly fun, but cleaning baseboards is faster and easier than you'd think.


How to Wash Pillows So They’re Completely Clean and Super Snuggly

Yes, pillows need cleaning too. Here's how to wash pillows correctly, plus how often you should be doing it.


How to Clean a TV Screen for the Clearest Picture

Follow this expert advice for making your LCD, LED, OLED and plasma TV screens sparkle


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...


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How to Clean Your Kitchen from Top to Bottom

Follow our pro's step-by-step guide to deep cleaning your kitchen and you'll never be embarrassed by an unannounced visitor again.


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This Is Why You Should Put Aluminum Foil in Your Dishwasher

Say goodbye to dull silverware with this TikTok hack!


This Homemade Laundry Detergent Will Save You Loads of Money

Our homemade laundry detergent recipe is just as effective as store-bought detergent, but it's much better for your pocket and...


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20 Best Laundry Baskets and Hampers for Every Need

Hold everything! Laundry day just became so much easier thanks to these laundry baskets and hampers.


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How to Clean Quartz, Granite, Marble, and Butcher Block Countertops

Follow our guide to keep your quartz, granite, marble, and butcher block countertops looking brand new for years.

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


How to Clean Your Dryer—and What Happens If You Don’t

Buildup in dryer lint traps and vents can become a major fire hazard. To properly maintain your appliance, follow these...


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How to Clear a Clogged Sink Drain—Without Needing to Call a Plumber

With these simple steps, you can learn how to unclog a sink and save yourself a call to the plumber


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How to Clean a Dishwasher: A Step-by-Step Guide

Follow these simple steps for a cleaner-than-clean dishwasher.


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


How to Clean a Garbage Disposal So It Doesn’t Stink Up Your Kitchen

Learn how to clean your garbage disposal using things you already have at home with these expert-endorsed tips

How to Clean Your Microwave the Right Way, According to Cleaning Experts

Stuck-on mess from exploding leftovers? Grease and grime from splatters? We've asked the experts how to clean a microwave, and...


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How to Clean a Humidifier, According to Experts

Yes, you need to clean your humidifier regularly. Here's how.


How to Clean a Keurig Coffee Maker

Get the most out of your single-serve coffee maker—and the best-tasting coffee—by learning how to clean a Keurig the right...


The Best Oven Cleaners to Tackle Caked-On Gunk

Get rid of caked-on food and grease with the best oven cleaners.


How to Clean an Oven Quickly and Easily

Say goodbye to grease, grime and baked-on gunk! Here's how to clean an oven the right way, according to cleaning...


How to Clean a Shower Head (and Why You Really Need To)

Improve your shower's water flow and eliminate gross buildup with these simple, step-by-step instructions for how to clean a shower head