Discover how to clean your home’s baseboards even if you have a bad back. You’ll see so much less dust floating around when you’re done. The wood trim that runs around the base of a room’s walls has a different name depending on where you live. Some people refer to them as baseboards. In other […]
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A little weekly attention is all your artificial leather furniture needs to stay looking new. Removing stains is almost as easy, which is another reason this material is ideal for those with kids or pets.
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People who keep a clean home all share the same secret: they use a daily cleaning routine like this one to get everything tidy in minutes.
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Don’t let winter ruin your favorite footwear. Here’s how to get salt stains off shoes, boots, even Uggs. If you live in a snowy area, you’ve probably got a specific pair of shoes you wear while shoveling the sidewalk or driveway. Still, your shoes are likely to develop salt stains from snow melting products used […]
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There's a quick and easy way to clean your microwave and get rid of cooked-on food. It even gets rid of that burned microwave popcorn smell that somehow stinks up an entire home.
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Maintain your home’s value by cleaning stained cement floors and patios. You don’t need any special equipment, just a few common ingredients. Before You Begin Cleaning a stained cement or concrete floor isn’t a quick task, but it’s not a difficult one, either. Before you get started, there are a couple of important things to […]
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Everyone knows a mom who needs a little downtime to just relax. If you can't be there to give her a break, these gifts that pamper or save her time are the next best thing.
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This easy homemade taco seasoning mix recipe delivers all the taqueria flavor you love, fresh from your spice rack. Try it with your favorite taco meat, and check out the other ways to use taco seasoning, too. Homemade Taco Seasoning Recipe Homemade taco seasoning is so easy to make! I like the ability to control […]
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Hate those streaks and fingerprints on your appliances and sink? Here’s how to clean and revitalize your stainless steel surfaces, including a homemade cleaning spray. How to Clean and Shine Stainless Steel Stainless steel appliances can look gorgeous in your kitchen as long as they’re spotless and streak-free. Unfortunately, these surfaces are magnets for fingerprints […]
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Are you looking for great gifts for guys? It's not easy finding the right Christmas present for a man. I surveyed dozens of them to ask what gifts they loved receiving the most and used their answers to put together this list. So this year, you can feel confident you'll give him something he'll love for years to come.
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A delicious combination of a sweet and spicy glaze slathered over smoky ham. Serve it at your next holiday meal for a low-fuss entree that tastes gourmet.
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Steps to clean poop stains, kill germs, and eliminate odors on a variety of household surfaces and fabrics.
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Dryer sheets aren’t just one-task wonders. Get your money’s worth from them with these clever uses for used dryer sheets around the house. Uses for Used Dryer Sheets Most brands of dryer sheets have so much softener embedded in them that they’ll work in more than one load of laundry. It all depends on the […]
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Professional chefs know a thing or two about keeping kitchens clean. Now, you can use their secrets to keep your kitchen clean all the time, too.
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Getting a lot of spiders in your home? Find out what's attracting them and how to get rid of spiders naturally. Then use a homemade spider spray to keep them away for good.
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Dusty, musty house? Dingy carpets? The problem may not be your floors or even your vacuum cleaner. Read on for how to vacuum the right way, what to do before and after, and how often you should vacuum your home.
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Does it seem like your toilet keeps clogging? If you're tired of racing to grab the plunger, it's time to look for another cause. Like, maybe you or someone in your family keeps flushing things that should never go in your toilet?
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Found an ink stain on your clothing? Don't worry, you can get it out. Follow these steps to remove ink stains from fabric, even old stains that have gone through the dryer.
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Made from scratch, this Saucy Pinto Beans recipe is full of flavor, frugal, and freezes well, too. It's vegan, so you can make one pot for the whole family.
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This recipe for sweet, moist Apple Bread with a touch of cinnamon and vanilla says "Welcome to Autumn!" And it freezes beautifully, too.
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You can make this creamy homemade Ranch salad dressing in minutes using fresh or dried herbs. Drizzled on your favorite salad, or used as a dip, it's so much better from scratch!
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This weekly cleaning schedule lets you keep your weekends free. This room-by-room checklist gets your whole house clean plus monthly maintenance tasks, too.
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With the kids back in school and the sun rising later, it's time to get your home ready for fall. Here's what you should do before cold weather arrives.
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Want to get started making homemade cleaners? These are the best recipes for homemade cleaners and the ingredients you'll need to make them for your home.
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Feeling like the water coming out of your faucet or shower isn’t strong enough? Most of the time, you can fix low water pressure problems yourself. Here’s how. Getting a good stream of hot or cold water when we turn on a faucet is something we tend to take for granted. That is until you […]
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Break these bad cleaning habits that cost you time and money. You'll get a cleaner home and it will stay tidier all week, too.
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Want to sleep better or wake up feeling refreshed? Stop keeping these things in your bedroom. Your room will instantly feel less cluttered and more serene.
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Delight your kids this Christmas with these stocking stuffers. There's something for every budget and age. Don't forget the Christmas orange!
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Here are the easiest ways to clean brass accents in your home and restore their shine. You already have the tools and equipment to get it done today.
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Follow these steps to deodorize your shoes and get them fresh and clean. Then, use the homemade shoe deodorizers and home remedies to stop foot odor for good.
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Discover how you can unshrink clothes using common household ingredients and a few minutes of your time. Have you shrunk your favorite sweater or hoodie and can’t bear the thought of throwing it out? Or maybe that comfortable pair of jeans shrank in the dryer and now they’re too tight to zip? Don’t panic. The […]
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You don't need special equipment to clean vinyl siding. Follow these steps using common household products to get your home's siding clean and stain-free.
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Can’t decide what’s clutter and what’s not? Ask yourself these questions, then feel good about letting stuff go. You already know how stressful and overwhelming clutter feels. You know the guilt and embarrassment it causes, and how hard it is to keep a cluttered home clean. Surrounded by a mess, you feel anxious and restless. […]
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Using a wood-burning fireplace or wood stove to heat your home doesn't have to cost you lots of money. You can find free firewood if you know where to look. With the right tools, a little planning, and good manners, you can scavenge wood of all sorts. You might even score enough to sell and make some money, too.
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Need a quick weeknight dinner? Your whole family will love this easy seafood and noodles stir-fry recipe that's ready in just 20 minutes.
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You don't have to constantly clean to have a tidy house. Here are proven ways to keep your home clean longer, so you can spend more time doing things you enjoy.
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Making homemade garlic powder is a great way to use extra heads before they go bad. If you prefer organic spices, you’ll find making your own garlic powder is a lot less expensive than buying it, too. With stores running low on kitchen staples lately, it’s always good to know how to make your own. […]
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Overwhelmed by mess? Don't give up hope. Learn the basic rules of decluttering and organizing your home to get it under control.
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Here's everything you need to know to use your freezer, oven, or dehydrator to preserve your favorite fruits and vegetables without canning.
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Everything you need to know to get your grout clean and stain-free using common household cleaners. Plus, how you can keep your grout looking new. Grout does more than fill the space between tiles — it enhances their beauty. Since grout lines are lower, they collect a lot of greasy dirt that runs off the […]
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