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  • Spilled water from a cup on a kitchen floor.

    Why Water Spills Could Actually Be Damaging Your Kitchen Floors

    The flooring in your kitchen needs to be durable to withstand wear and tear. Choose the wrong one and it can easily become damaged from accidental spills.

    By Georgina Jedikovska 18 hours ago Read More
  • Plastic food containers filled with vegetables.

    The Real Reason Your Plastic Storage Containers Still Smell Like Food After Washing

    Real pain is scrubbing plastic containers after they've stored oily, saucy food. Here's why those stains and smells are so stubborn to clean out.

    By Georgina Jedikovska 1 day ago Read More
  • Man and woman standing in front of open fridge with disgusted expressions due to bad odor.

    Not Coffee Or Baking Soda: Tackle Fridge Odors With An Unlikely Pantry Staple

    Fridge odors don't stand a chance against this surprising pantry staple, and no, we're not talking about the coffee grounds or baking soda hack.

    By Lauren Bulla 6 days ago Read More
  • Clean empty oven with its door open

    The Step You Can't Skip To Safely Use Your Oven's Self-Cleaning Feature

    The self-cleaning feature makes it easy to clean an oven without much effort on your part. But there's one crucial safety tip to keep in mind when using it.

    By Amanda Berkey 7 days ago Read More
  • Two kitchen towels hanging on an over door.

    To Revive Stiff, Stained, And Stinky Kitchen Towels, Wash Them With These Kitchen Staples

    If your kitchen towels are a chore to clean, there are some easy ways to spiff them up using a few kitchen mainstays you probably already have.

    By Georgina Jedikovska 8 days ago Read More
  • A woman cleaning with a steam mop.

    Stop Getting On Your Hands And Knees To Scrub Kitchen Grout: Just Use This Cleaning Tool

    Make getting rid of grout easy with one cleaning tool. Next time you need to clean up dirty tile kitchen floors, you won't even break a sweat.

    By Georgina Jedikovska 11 days ago Read More
  • Dishwasher tablets in red, blue, and yellow colors.

    Stop Using Dishwasher Tablets To Clean Your Air Fryer: Here's The Right Way To Do It

    Dishwasher tablets can damage the inside of your air fryer, but these handy cleaning tips will help you keep your appliance in peak condition.

    By Georgina Jedikovska 12 days ago Read More
  • woman cleaning a kitchen faucet with a sponge

    The Paper Towel Trick For Removing Hard Water Stains From Your Kitchen Sink Faucet

    Most homes in the U.S. have hard water, which can lead to annoying mineral buildup on your kitchen sink faucet. Fortunately, there's an easy way to clean it.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz 13 days ago Read More
  • A remodeled kitchen with quartz countertops.

    Stop Using Harsh Chemicals On Quartz Countertops: Here's The Right Way To Clean Them

    Quartz countertops are non-porous and pretty durable, as long as you take care of them properly. Using the wrong cleaners can damage them if you aren't careful.

    By Georgina Jedikovska 15 days ago Read More
  • vintage china tea cups with a lacy rose pattern

    Stop Chipping Vintage Dishware With This Cleaning Mistake

    Vintage dishware often chips and dings more easily than sturdy modern platters and bowls, but you may be making it worse by stacking them when you wash.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz 18 days ago Read More
  • Stainless steel kitchen sink with water pouring down the drain.

    The Pantry Ingredient That Takes Stainless Steel Sinks From Dull To Sparkling

    This pantry item often gets shuffled around the pantry. You don't use it much, but you don't want to get rid of it either. However, it can clean your sink.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz 19 days ago Read More
  • Woman examining a glass that has been removed from an open dishwasher

    5 Dishwasher Brands To Avoid Buying, According To Reviews

    When it comes to squeaky clean dishes, the right appliance is everything. We scoped out all the options for you so you don't buy a dud that is subpar.

    By Sarah Vallie 22 days ago Read More
  • kitchen towels of various colors piled together

    How To Properly Wash Dish Towels To Remove Bacteria And Odors

    Dish towels quickly and easily collect nasty bacteria, especially if you're always in the kitchen. Here's how to truly get them clean.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz 25 days ago Read More
  • vintage teacups on display

    7 Tips For Carefully Cleaning Vintage Dishes Without Wrecking Them

    If you recently purchased some vintage dishes, you'll want to keep them in pristine condition. Here is how to clean them without wrecking them, per experts.

    By Ashley Chalmers 25 days ago Read More
  • Close up of hands holding a coffee filter with used coffee grounds

    Combine This Pantry Staple With Coffee Grounds For The Hands-Down Best Natural Kitchen Cleaner

    Instead of throwing out your used coffee grounds, combine them with this pantry staple for a kitchen cleaner perfect for tackling bad odors and stuck-on messes.

    By Nicole M. LaMarco 27 days ago Read More
  • Woman cleaning kitchen counter

    The Gross Kitchen Cleaning Habit Newer Generations Have Left In The Past (Fortunately)

    This old-school cleaning habit is notorious for spreading bacteria around your kitchen, but, thankfully, most people are starting to ditch it.

    By Amanda Berkey 27 days ago Read More
  • Women wearing overalls, a t-shirt, and yellow cleaning gloves wiping down her kitchen island

    Aldi Has You Covered On This Popular Cleaning Item That Keeps Kitchens Sparkling

    Aldi is a great place to find popular products at discounted prices. That includes this must-have cleaning paste and sponge for tackling kitchen messes.

    By Nicole M. LaMarco 1 month ago Read More
  • open empty dishwasher

    ​​Don't Throw Your Orange Peels Out — Use Them To Remove Dishwasher Stench Instead

    Don't throw away your orange peels! Turn them into a powerful, eco-friendly dishwasher deodorizer that banishes odors and brightens your kitchen air.

    By Amy Andrews 1 month ago Read More
  • light blue slow cooker and matching bowls on a counter

    Neither Soap Nor Vinegar: To Clean Cookware And Crock-Pots, Head To The Laundry Room

    Forget soap, vinegar, or frantic scrubbing. The next time you're trying to remove stuck-on food from cookware or a Crock-Pot insert, grab this laundry staple.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz 1 month ago Read More
  • Woman standing in front of clogged kitchen sink surrounded by cleaning materials.

    5 Tricks For Unclogging Your Kitchen Sink You Need To Know

    If your kitchen sink is clogged, it's worth trying these five tricks before you call in professional help. You might already have the items you need on hand.

    By Lauren Bulla 1 month ago Read More
  • garbage disposal with water running into it

    Here's How Often You Should Actually Clean Your Garbage Disposal

    The garbage disposal is a miracle of modern engineering, but it does require some consistent upkeep. Here's exactly how often it needs a good cleaning.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz 1 month ago Read More
  • Cast iron skillet on dish towel

    This Old-School Cast Iron Refurbishing Method Will Give Your Thrifted Cookware New Life

    Give your cast iron cookware a second life with this old-school refurbishing method that’s simple, effective, and keeps it looking like new.

    By Emmy Schneider-Green 1 month ago Read More
  • Modern Ikea kitchen with several accessories on display

    9 Ikea Kitchen Essentials To Snag For $5 Or Less

    When you're looking for some basics to outfit your kitchen, check out these affordable, and sometimes colorful, essentials that Ikea customers love.

    By Sarah Vallie 1 month ago Read More
  • A hand holding a bottle of shampoo

    3 Spots In Your Kitchen You Should Be Cleaning With Shampoo

    Shampoo isn't just for washing your hair. Take it out of the shower and into a few unexpected kitchen spots with simple, effective cleaning tips.

    By Georgina Jedikovska 1 month ago Read More
  • fried chicken on parchment paper on a wire rack

    This Kitchen Staple Is Actually The Easy Answer To Removing Fried Food Stench

    Fried food might smell good when its fresh, but the lingering scent can turn stale fast. Fortunately, there's an easy way to get rid of the unpleasant odor.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz 1 month ago Read More
  • Plastic containers on a dishwasher's top rack

    How To Keep Plastic Dishware From Melting In The Dishwasher

    If you can't keep your plastic dishware from melting and warping in the dishwasher, you should try this tip to save your reusable plastic dishes.

    By Georgina Jedikovska 1 month ago Read More
  • A hand unloading a dishwasher

    Here's Why Your Dishwasher Tablet Is Not Dissolving (And What To Do About It)

    Opened the dishwasher to an undissolved tablet? It may be one of these easy-to-fix issues, but it also could require a call to a mechanic for a diagnosis.

    By Betsy Parks 1 month ago Read More
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