5 Ways to Fix Up a Family Room
Interior designers reveal their secrets for making a den more inviting (plus: what do with the tons of books that tend to pile up in there). Sort Colors "Arrange your books by color. When they're grouped together with similar hues, [...]
How to Deodorize Your Trash Can in 10 Seconds
Last night you cooked a feast. Too bad the stench lingering around your trash can the morning after is, um, less than pleasant. (Who knew vegetable remnants and cooking oils could smell so…bad?) This genius trick will clean up the air [...]
Here’s How Often You Should Really Replace Your Sponge
It's sooner than you think. If you’re someone who repeatedly uses the same sponge to wipe your kitchen counters, table and dishes, replacing it only every month or so, a new study published in Scientific Reports may make you want to change your cleaning habits [...]
9 Ways to Detox Your Home
Greening your space can be confusing: Should you use natural cleaning products? Which plastics are OK? We've boiled it down to the moves that matter most. Green your home We carefully watch what goes into our mouths and on our [...]
The Easiest Way to Clean Oven Racks
Cleaning your oven racks doesn't have to be a hassle. With a couple of household items, you can clean them quickly and easily. (And don't just stop there! Try this homemade oven cleaning spray to give your oven a total cleaning makeover.) [...]
How to Clean Kitchen Equipment
Things You'll Need Two-sided sink Mild dish washing soap Bleach Drying rack Sponges and cleaning brushes Cleaning a kitchen filled with dirty cooking and baking equipment can seem like a daunting task. However, cleaning these items is fairly simple, if [...]