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How to Properly Dispose of Household Waste

Not all discarded materials belong in the trash.

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How to Spring Clean a Mattress

Don't skip cleaning this important and often used household item.

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How to Deep Clean a Keurig

Clean your Keurig regularly by following these easy steps to avoid grime build up.

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Spring Cleaning Strategies

Create a checklist and take inventory of supplies.

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How to Clean Your House for Unexpected Guests

Don't panic when you get that phone call! Go from dirty to clean in minutes with these tips.

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If Your Vacuum Smells Burnt, Check These 3 Things

When your vacuum smells, here are the tells.

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How to Get Rid of Static Cling at Work

Don't let static cling ruin your professional look.

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How to Hang Christmas Lights Outside Your House

Which lights should you use? How many are enough? The answers are here.

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The Content of Your Vacuum Bags Can Make Great Compost!

Your vacuum collects organic material you can compost.

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How to Remove Body Wax from Hard Surfaces

At home waxing can get messy, so be sure you know how to clean up any potential spills.

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6 Fall Hacks for Your Home and Yard

Enjoy the season—don't waste time cleaning!

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3 DIY Projects Worth the Time

We all have chores we'd rather not do, but here are several that when done make all the difference.

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How to Clean Faux Leather: Step-by-Step Guide

Faux leather is a common material in clothing and furniture.

A woman powerwashing her house.
How to Powerwash Your Siding

Consider giving the exterior of your house a bath with a good powerwash.

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16 Household Life Hacks

Want to make life just a bit easier around your house?

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5 Hacks for a Cleaner Home

Get your household upkeep routine on track with hacks.

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How to Accommodate Last Minute Guests

While it is great to see a friendly face drop in to spend a few days, entertaining them can be tricky.

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DIY Cleaning Methods: Cleaning Your Kitchen

From bottom to top, here are some tips and tricks for a squeaky clean kitchen.

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DIY Cleaning Methods: Removing Food Stains

Here's how to get four different types of food stains out.

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Cleaning Windows

There aren't many downsides to the arrival of spring, but one that comes to mind is spring cleaning,

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Can I use ammonia to clean silver items?

You can use ammonia to remove tarnish and clean silver items.

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How to Remove Hard Water Stains from Glass Windows

Hard Water Stains on windows are unsightly and can be tricky to remove.

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Rust Stain Removal: Stucco

Rust stain removal on stucco can be frustrating.

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How to Remove Stains from Your Marble Countertop

A marble counter top can create a sense of elegance in a kitchen or bathroom.

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How to Clean Silver Plated Items

Don’t clean them the same way you clean silver.

Two lizard toys sit in the drain of toilet bowl.
Clogged Toilet: How to Remove Toys and Objects

There are steps you can take to unclog it yourself.

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How to Fix Lost Vacuum Suction

Vacuums are expensive to replace.

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How to Clean Rust Off Your Window Frames

Metal window frames are often easy to care for.

A water heater.
How to Fix a Water Heater that Produces Smelly Water

A heater producing smelly water can be fixed.

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How to Attach Your Garden Hose to the Kitchen Faucet

Missing an outdoor spigot? Don't worry. With these steps, your kitchen faucet can provide your hose with water.

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How to Remove Colored Oil Stains from Marble

Oil stains on marble can be difficult to remove.

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Will Using Baking Soda in My Laundry Cause Colors to Fade?

Baking soda has myriad uses in the laundry room.

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How to Clean a Bearskin Rug

Use the proper technique to avoid damaging the fur.

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How to Repair a Tiffany Lamp

The Tiffany lamp is characterized by the many different sections of glass in the metal frame.

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How to Install a Central Vacuum System

A central vacuum system makes cleaning your home easier.

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How to Clean a Vacuum Brush Roll

For optimal vacuum cleaning it is important to maintain and clean your vacuum brushes and roller.

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How to Vacuum Oil

Get that oil off your garage, driveway.

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How to Vent a Central Vacuum System to the Outside

A central vacuum system vents to the outside of your home.

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How to Clean an Ice Maker in a Freezer

Keep your freezer on ice, like it's supposed to be.

Rust Stain Removal: Plastic

You don't have get rid of your rust-stained items.

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How to Clean Your Baseboard Heater

The electric baseboard heater system of your home can become clogged with human and pet hair.

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How to Clean a Chandelier on a High Ceiling

A chandelier can make an excellent focal point of any room.

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How to Clean Water Softeners

Clean your water softener so it can remove harsh minerals.

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How to Clean Jewelry

Tips for cleaning jewelry for the beginner.

A baking pan.
How to Clean a Baking Pan

Some methods are better than others.