Cleaning

An owner review of the fabulous cordless Digital Slim Dyson DC35 cleaner. Girls, buy this machine for your man, and you'll never have to lift a finger to clean again!

Learn several quick and effective methods to remove coffee stains.

Prevent potential health problems and avoid unnecessary repairs by removing limescale, soap scum, grease, smelly odors, mold, and bacteria from your washing machine drum, gasket, and filter using this method with 5 different ingredients that really work.

Blood stains are common in every household and numerous home treatments have been devised to remove blood from almost any surface. Blood stains are notorious for being particularly difficult to remove, especially opposed to coffee stain removal or...

Learn how to get rid of that standing water in your sink. Liquid drain cleaners don't always work and it requires a bit more effort but knowing how you can do this yourself can save you big money.

I absolutely love my double kitchen sink. It is perfect in every way. I can wash dishes in one side and then place them in the drying rack on the other side preventing the issue of wet counter tops. I can have a pot or pan soaking in one sink and still have another sink on hand ready for use. It is the perfect set up for our home. But being that this is the first double sink I have ever had I was unaware of one issue that drove me to the edge of insanity one night some nine years ago........

The term ‘upholstery' originated from the words ‘up' and ‘holden', or ‘to hold up.' Upholstery is the work that provides furniture (particularly seats and beds) with the following: padding, springs, webbing, and fabric/leather covers. However, the word ‘upholstery' is commonly used to refer to the covering of domestic furniture; and also in automobiles and boats.

When your house is stinky, you need some natural home deodorizing tips for every room. By using some simple, natural, healthy ingredients that you likely already have in your home, you can have a clean smelling home again quickly and easily.

Simple steps for cleaning and ridding your house of mold.

Plumber's snakes: how to use them for clearing simple clogs. Save yourself the cost of a plumber's visit. D.I.Y. household maintenance and repairs.

The difference between recycling and hoarding is a subtle one. Take the test to see if your accumulation of treasures is a euphemism for trash and clutter.

Make laundry soap and save tons of money! This soap actually works, and it's really easy and cheap to make! Safe for all washers, including high-efficiency (HE).

This is a detailed step by step guide in how to get the smoke smell out of your house.

Sometimes the hardest part about decluttering a space is the many decisions that need to be made about each item of clutter. This article helps you streamline these decisions so that decluttering is not a mind-boggling chore.

With a little organization and consistency you can can clean your house a lot faster and with a lot less effort. Here are a few tip from a former "pro."

Fogging and aerosols for mold and mildew ate common methods used to kill and eradicate mold. It does its best work in hard to reach places like behind walls, under steps, in cellars and basements.

Exhausted by itchy bites, crawling and pinprick sensations, and something invisible landing on your skin? Mystery solved: Here is how I dealt with black mold in my home.

Maybe you have decided to go off-grid. Maybe your washer or dryer has broken down, and you can't fix or replace them. Maybe the power went out. Whatever your situation, sooner or later you are going to need clean laundry. Here is how to get your laundry clean without electricity.

Drying your laundry in humid weather can be a pain. Fortunately, there are a few tricks to help you.

If you have a lingering odor in the kitchen, it may be the refrigerator. This article demonstrates how to clean your refrigerator and offers a couple of tips and tid bits that you may not have considered when doing this chore in the past.

Tree sap is very difficult to remove from your hands, clothes, and most of all, the paint on your car. I will show you how to remove it from almost anything with ease.

Tips on getting the best results when using a carpet shampoo machine.

We tested six top rated and top selling vacuums from Hoover, Shark, Dyson, Miele and Bissel and rated them according to durability and best overall value. The results surprised us and will you too.

Clean sticky label glue from glass jars using coconut oil. The adhesive residue comes off in minutes using this method.

Learn about simple and effective ways to remove smoke odor from your house or car using items you already have in your house, such as vinegar, baking soda, and coffee grounds!

Treat your carpet stains with simple and inexpensive homemade carpet cleaning solutions.

I'll show you how to de-freeze your freezer in double-quick time without melting your food. You'll be amazed what a difference it makes knowing how to defrost in 20 minutes.

Cats are generally pretty awesome. They're less awesome when they pee on things. If you have cat urine to remove from washable fabrics, carpets, or couches, read on.

Decluttering your home and getting organized is a commitment to yourself. It says: I'm worth the time and effort it takes to create a positive, peaceful space where I can thrive. Let's get going!

Whether you need to remove labels from a jar, a new appliance, or a window these tips will help you get rid of, not only the label but that horrible sticky glue as well.

This article will provide you with tips and tricks for how to create and use your own homemade, eco-friendly laundry detergent. It will also share helpful info about other natural additives to add to your clothes-washing routine.

Homemade anti static recipes to eliminate static cling on synthetic fabrics. Home made fabric softener, static spray and fabric softening dryer sheets.

When you do the “the big clean”, you really need to know what you’re doing and be prepared for a thorough job. My personal recommendation is to use The Rug Doctor. You can rent one of these in most supermarkets around the country. They’ll sell you all of the cleaning supplies you’ll need along with the machine. The machine itself will cost about $25 - $30 to rent for twenty-four hours.

Tips to avoid getting condensation in your bathroom, from providing adequate ventilation to installing extractor fans and dehumidifiers.

Baby wipes aren't just for diaper changing. Use these, cheap, products for a variety of frugal personal and household uses.

Rust loves the high-carbon steel of katana blades, so they need to be cleaned and protected regularly. Here's how to keep your katana and saya in top condition.

A step by step home remedy for removing the odor of dog urine from carpets quickly without chemicals and how to find invisible stains with a UV black light!

Save money and do it yourself! This article shows you a step-by-step guide to how to get rid of black mold in a bathroom or carpet by using natural, non-toxic products.

Need to know how to clear a clogged shower drain? Here are the best 8 methods to try. Unclogging a shower drain yourself can save you money.

One of the biggest cleaning problems in your home is about to be one of the easiest. For longer than I could imagine, water spots on my glass shower doors, on my faucets and in my sinks, and soap scum

Don't know how often you are supposed to wash your sheets? Here's the definitive guide! I've even added a helpful timetable and included a bunch of laundering tips. Hurrah!

Here are a number of methods for removing scratches from glass that have worked for many people. Some methods are better for certain types of glass than others.

Not everyone knows how to do laundry and get whites, white, and colors bright, but you can. Right here you will read how to launder from start to finish and have it all looking and smelling great!

Does the thought of cleaning your range hood filter scare you? Check out the 5 simple methods to get rid of the grease and dirt using everyday supplies.

If you are having problems with your laminated floors being streaky, here you'll find a solution to clean the laminate floors that really works.Just use products you already have in the house.

Before turning to serious chemicals, try this natural, homemade drain cleaner recipe to remove your clogs.

Simple methods for removing and preventing nasty yellow sweat stains that can damage your clothing. Just about everything is found in your cupboards! The rest is as easy as following a few directions. Also, a few tips for hiding those sweat stains!

Vinegar and salt does not stop fabric dye from bleeding. Find out what actually works and how you can extend the life of your clothing by preventing color run, transfer, bleeding, and fading.

No more harsh chemicals to clean away the tarnish from Brass and Copper treasures! A few tasty items from the kitchen and you are on your way to chemical free tarnish removal!

Winter is traditionally the time of year when your clothes start sticking to you, your hair starts sticking up, and you are shocking just about everyone you touch.

Clothes stained with various substances need to be treated differently. This article talks about how to remove stains from clothes with careful consideration of the type of stain on the clothes.

Lipstick is essentially a dye in an oily base, which makes stain removal difficult without the proper techniques. Luckily, a few home remedies exist to help you kiss those lipstick stains goodbye, mostly consisting of household products you probably...

We all have that useless trinket (or million) that we cannot kick to the curb. Here are easy and proactive tips to make the process a little smoother.

A large amount of people in today's society own too much stuff. Some days they feel like they spend more time cleaning up the stuff in their home than enjoying it. So how do we get a cleaner less cluttered home? By spending ten minutes a day doing these simple acts.

One of the worst household chores is cleaning a messy oven. No-one wants to spend hours cleaning up grease splashes. Here are some tips to reduce the problem.

Remove humidity from your living environment to maintain a healthy body and prevent water damage to your home.

I wanted to replace my elderly Roomba and was looking for a vacuum that was relatively agile and able to work in constricted spaces. I chose Vanigo’s new A3 Smart Robot Vacuum Cleaner.

Follow these easy steps to learn how to clean your kitchen cabinets without damaging them . Explore natural and chemical options for all of the five main cabinet types.

Learn how to make a homemade carpet stain remover that uses stuff you have around the house. A simple and natural way to get rid of old stains.

This article will walk you through how to make your own washing soda at home to help you clean all sorts of crazy messes in your house fast and easy. All it takes is an oven, a cookie sheet, and a box of baking soda.

A video demonstration of how to clean silver with baking soda and aluminum foil: the aluminum reduces the oxidation on the silver, allowing the silver metal to return to its shiny state. Silver tarnish is silver sulfide, and heavily tarnished items may create a sulfur odor when this method is employed.

So you want to declutter your home? It's a project but it's very achievable! Pace yourself and take the right approach, and your home can be decluttered in less than a month

Minimalism has moved out of its niche and become a major trend millions of people aspire to. Looking around, it seems there is always somebody decluttering and the internet constantly spits out pictures of lovely tidy, thoroughly organised spaces. But is it realistic that we can all achieve that?

You can prevent pilling or lint bobbling on clothes. Here’s why it happens and tips to get rid of fuzz-balls if they occur. Make your clothes last longer and look better with some simple hacks.

Save money and foster a healthy home by making your own DIY cleaning products for kitchen, bathroom and carpet.

Looking for a great way to clean up real silver coins? Learn how to clean silver objects in a solution of washing soda, hot water and aluminium foil in just a few minutes. A simple chemical reaction will convert silver sulfide back to silver and sulfur, with the silver staying on the coin.

To make kitchens more cleanable, combine quick cleaning tips with new technology. Get your kitchen to do some of the work for you!

Cleaning up woody debris is often the primary task following a hurricane or other wind disaster. Here are some practical tips to help you cope or prepare.

Follow this house cleaning strategy, and your home will stay clean. These tips will help you get the job done as painlessly as possible!

This is my personal method for getting musky scents and yellow body oil stains out of bed sheets. It's easy and it works (not just for me either!).

If you are constantly behind in your laundry, here are some questions to ask yourself. Get ready to conquer your laundry problems!

You can save money and the environment by using white vinegar and baking soda to clean just about anything. Vinegar even acts as an effective weed killer.

Making your own laundry soap is quick, easy and can save you money. In this article, I show you how to make it and exactly how much money you will save if you decide to take the plunge and do it.

DIY tips for designing a custom closet, using materials from any home center

A sustainable household doesn't always have to have its own washer and dryer. You can save money and water by using a laundromat instead. And you can enjoy your time there.

Are you tired of all the junk and mess plaguing your home? Is it hard to get a basic cleaning in due to all the extra STUFF? Follow these tips to get your home clutter-free in one week.

Learn how to care for your dryer properly and how it could make you some extra cash.

Save money by making your own carpet deodorizer at home. Using a few simple ingredients you already have in your kitchen, you can easily make a greener, fresher version of commercial carpet freshener.

Leather Furniture can be a great addition to your home, but can sometimes leave a nasty smell. Here are a few tips on how to get rid of those horrible toxic fumes.

A product review of the Shark Navigator NV22L. This includes: the pros, the cons, basic troubleshooting tips, the customer care number, and my personal experience with the Shark Navigator.

Have you let your house cleaning duties slip? Are you tired of looking at the dirty build-up? Follow this 7 day plan to deep clean your home and make it sparkle!

Your kitchen is looking a little dingy and worse for the wear. Looking for a cheap way to brighten up your kitchen? Spend the afternoon giving it thorough cleaning. You’ll be amazed at the results. Read these tips and get the entire family involved!

I provide you personal tips on how I got rid of unnecessary stuff in my life.

Trying to save money, my health, and help the environment means simplifying and cleaning up my cleaning supplies.

Decluttering and organizing a home makes life less stressful, enables us to accomplish tasks efficiently, creates a place to relax, and makes the home safer.

Downsizing your hoard in small, manageable steps is difficult but rewarding. This article explains a way to fight hoarding and get control back in your life.

When in doubt, don't put it in the dryer! Extend the life of your wardrobe and table linens with these simple stain removal tips.

I was searching for a budget-priced robotic vacuum cleaner with the power to keep up with the big boys. Kobot’s RV353 appeared to be exactly what I needed.

Linen clothes always looks so crisp and neat when you get them back from the cleaners. But who wants to spend the money sending linen clothes to the cleaners after every wearing? There are a number of easy home tips to keep your linen clothing looking straight from the dry cleaner fresh. Read on, and your linen clothes will be looking flawless for a lot less!

Is your home cluttered with stuff you don't need or use? Are you overwhelmed by how much you have to do to get on top of the mess? Here's a list of one-day tasks to help you tackle that clutter.

Does homemade laundry soap work? I’ve seen many recipes for homemade laundry detergent. So many, in fact, that I decided to take the initiative myself and make a batch. I whipped it up in less than an hour, and as I admired my 5 gallons of...

This review compares an old Roomba 400 series against the least-expensive robotic vacuum I could find. Although normally unbranded, these low-priced Chinese vacuums are sometimes labeled with names such as Corile or Wohome.

A review of the Duggar family laundry soap recipe: a review of the soap recipe, and the effectiveness of homemade laundry detergent.

Learn how to reclaim your home from clutter and get your unwanted stuff to people who need it.

You don't have to pay for a professional plumber to unclog your bathroom sink - in a matter of hours you will be able to do the job yourself and save hundreds of dollars!

Simplify your cleaning routine, meal prep, wardrobe, and kitchen gadgets as you single task to make housekeeping a more pleasant and satisfying experience.

If you have a wood burning stove, you need to know about cleaning and maintaining it. Here's how I clean the glass door, flue/chimney and exterior of my wood burning stove. Easy tips to follow.

Save money on laundry detergent—make your own 100% natural laundry soap! You can have fresh, clean clothes while avoiding harmful chemicals.

If you're in a hurry to go out and don't have time to wash clothes, follow these proven tips to make dirty clothes smell clean (and fool those standing near you!).

If you suffer from stinky vents, here are several DIY solutions to the problem of unwanted odors in your central heating and air system.