Cleaning

It's good for the planet and my laundry.

Hello, spa-like shower!

The best advice on cleaning before, during, and after hosting guests this holiday season.

It cut my cleaning time in half!

Here's what I did to get it looking like new!

It'll make coming home that much sweeter.

This is the next best thing to a cottage in the Cotswolds!

A cleaning pro shares their step-by-step process.

No-fail solutions for cleaning greasy, grimy kitchen cabinets.

Everything you need to know about its shelf life.

Don't let these unwelcome visitors make your house their home!

It’s a simple, straightforward solution to a tricky issue.

Doors were invented for a reason.

It's over $100 off!

According to a laundry pro.

It cut my cleaning time in half and got my supplies more organized.

They come in a 12-pack.

It's typically done on the first of the month, too.

It helped me stay on task despite distractions.

It transforms three simple ingredients into a powerful, chemical-free cleaner.

It saved my linens from a dire fate.

An appliance specialist shares how it compares to a traditional washer.

According to professional cleaners.

And they’re just under $12 for five pairs.

You'll want to get it before it's gone!

Number five might surprise you.

Research shows it's actually good for you.

You'll want to hear our experts' recs!

Just in time for Halloween.

According to a sleep expert.

You’ll never have to struggle with this frustrating task again!

The best part? Not having to bend down or be on my hands and knees to do it.

Here are some of the best ways to turn this small, often neglected room into its very best self.

Banish pet hair, dust, and crumbs from all surfaces in your home with these handy canister vacuums.

Vinegar is your best friend when it comes to cleaning this.

You'll be ditching your old broom in no time.

According to a chemist.

Let’s talk about a struggle all pet parents face . . . hair. I grew up surrounded by dogs and cats, so I know how unruly it can be. No matter how much we love our furry friends, the heaps of hair they shed is a never-ending task. Carpets, floors, furniture, you name it, your pet’s fur has probably touched it. The good news is we’ve stumbled across a nifty pet hair remover, and while it’s not exactly a magic wand, it might just save your day.

It leaves our tester's furniture feeling clean.

It'll take the effort out of scrubbing.

If you’re not taking advantage of this feature, then you’re missing out.

Your floors will sparkle!

It's a must-have for apartment-dwellers.

There was a clear winner.

Bad-smelling habits you’ll want to avoid, too.

It's a reliable partner in my household.

Dry ice can bring an air of mystery to your Halloween party, elevating the spooky vibes with billows of chilly fog that hang around or come straight out of a cauldron of punch (aka witches brew). But once the night is over, getting rid of dry ice isn’t as straightforward as you may think. In fact, it can even be dangerous to handle. Luckily, there’s a “spell” (method) to do this safely. Below, the best way to safely dispose of dry ice.

According to cleaning experts.

My disability makes me a bit of a cleaning fanatic.

This is the cheapest, easiest way to clean glass.

According to a laundry pro.

Five methods ranked from best to worst.

It requires just two things.

Who doesn’t love a good all-in-one cleaning tool?

It tackles odors and germs!

It’s the tool everyone needs in their cleaning kit.

Keep spiders (and their webs) away for good.

Even if we can’t muster a wholesale change of perspective about maintaining our homes, most of us could use a spoonful of sugar when it comes to the challenge of keeping up with our cleaning tasks. Here are some easy ways to take a little bit of the sting out of it each time you reach for those housework gloves. Nothing makes you forget that you’re doing something you don’t want to do like occupying your mind with something else.

This weekend, we’re focusing on one of those seemingly minor details that actually makes a huge impact in your home. You might not be able to put a finger on it, but it means the difference between a space that feels distinctly dingy versus one that totally sparkles. All during October, we’re tackling your home’s “scariest” tasks — the dirtiest, foulest, most dreaded jobs on your to-do list.

It puts every last drop to use.

BKF can be put to work in kitchens, bathrooms, garages, and backyards. But there are certain surfaces in each of those spaces that the cleaner is not so friendly with.

You have to see how one shopper reused hers.

It makes completing the cycle much less painful.

It actually makes cleaning up more efficient.

These mini vacuums are perfect for smaller messes, or just more precise, deeper cleaning.

Any one of these methods should do the trick to remove a face full of paint or makeup.

Never underestimate the power of a space-saving waste bin.

Don't be so quick to just rip it open!

Hold on to your dry-clean-only hats.

You’ll be kicking yourself for not having thought of this sooner.

Here's what I learned.

It's a must-have to keep your sink organized.