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  • bottles of rubbing alcohol

    Maintain Clean Shirt Collars All Summer Long With A Nifty Rubbing Alcohol Trick

    Dreaded collar ring stains can be challenging to lift, but what if you could prevent them before they occur? Try this rubbing alcohol trick to prevent them.

    By Lindsay Donaldson June 13th, 2024 Read More
  • tea kettle on toilet

    We Spill The Tea On Using An English Breakfast Brew To Clean Our Toilet

    When we heard that used tea bags could work as a toilet bowl cleaner, we decided to put it to the test. Find out if you should give it a try.

    By Michelle Roberts-Garcia June 13th, 2024 Read More
  • Person using steam iron

    Think Twice About Using Vinegar In Your Iron

    Before you reach for that jug of vinegar to clean your steam iron, there are several important things you should take into account.

    By Trinity Archie June 13th, 2024 Read More
  • person using eraser on page

    14 Clever Ways To Repurpose Erasers You Aren't Using In Your Home Office

    From home improvement hacks to uses in arts and crafts, we bet you'll be surprised to learn all the ways you can repurpose erasers for use around the house.

    By Masie O'Toole June 12th, 2024 Read More
  • Dripping paintbrush

    Prevent Messy Paintbrush Drips With A Genius Container Lid Hack

    Want to keep paint from dripping down the brush and onto your hand, arm, or floor? This hack reuses a common household item to keep your paint jobs neat.

    By Michelle Roberts-Garcia June 11th, 2024 Read More
  • bathroom with greenery

    The Lemon Trick People Use For Fresh-Smelling Bathrooms (& Does It Actually Work?)

    Find out how if lemons can absorb odors in the bathroom, how to use this hack, and what you can try if lemon slices don't effectively absorb odors.

    By Juliana Lumaj June 11th, 2024 Read More
  • Laundry hamper

    Why You Should Put Some Chalk Sticks In Your Laundry Hamper

    Stinky laundry that makes your whole house reek could be a thing of the past with just a few sticks of chalk regularly added to your basket.

    By Kelly Catlin June 9th, 2024 Read More
  • Man covering nose in kitchen

    Inventive Orange Peel Hacks For A Fresher-Smelling Kitchen

    If your kitchen has an overall bad odor from the garbage can or from cooking, learn how to give it a fresher smell with the help of leftover orange peels.

    By Sakshi Khaitan June 9th, 2024 Read More
  • Hand pulling out baby wipe

    The Smart Way You Could Be Reusing Dried Out Baby Wipes Around Your Home

    It's so frustrating when you go to use a baby wipe and the whole package is dried out. But don't just throw it away. They can be super helpful when cleaning.

    By Carrie Elizabeth Bradon June 9th, 2024 Read More
  • shower with gleaming shower head

    The Secret Tool To A Perfectly Polished Shower Is In Your Kitchen

    For a quick and easy way to keep your shower shiny, look no further than your kitchen pantry. Use this everyday baking product for a pristinely polished shower.

    By Lilly Paltsev June 9th, 2024 Read More
  • clean kitchen

    Our Cleaning Expert Shares The Five Best Hacks For A Spotless Kitchen

    Maintaining a clean kitchen can be a pretty daunting task, but using these five simple hacks can make your life a lot easier and neater.

    By Eileen Conroy June 8th, 2024 Read More
  • woman with hands on hand in front of fridge

    If Your Fridge Is Making Noises, This Cleaning Hack May Easily Fix It

    A noisy fridge is understandably cause for concern, but luckily cleaning this one area may solve the problem - and improve your fridge in general.

    By Lilly Paltsev June 6th, 2024 Read More
  • Open silica gel packet

    9 Creative Ways To Repurpose Silica Gel Packets Around The House

    Instead of tossing silica gel packets in the trash, it may be better to find a way to repurpose them. Here, we've found nine different ways to do so.

    By Madisen Swenson June 5th, 2024 Read More
  • hand holding bottle of vinegar

    Think Carefully About Using Vinegar To Clean These Metal Surfaces

    Vinegar is a beloved pantry staple that pulls double duty as a fantastic cleaner, but some metal surfaces aren't built to withstand this acidic substance.

    By Trinity Archie June 5th, 2024 Read More
  • steel wool cleaning stainless steel sink

    Why You Should Avoid Cleaning Stainless Steel Sinks With Steel Wool At All Costs

    If you have a stainless steel sink in your kitchen, you need to avoid cleaning it with steel wool at all costs. We answer why this is so important.

    By Ethan Harrison Smith June 3rd, 2024 Read More
  • person holding shower head and cloth

    Try This Cleaning Hack To Degrime Your Shower Head Without A Drop Of Vinegar

    If you want to avoid cleaning your shower head with vinegar, there's a great alternative that's probably already in your house. Degrime with this cleaning hack.

    By Jahaira Arthur June 2nd, 2024 Read More
  • Housefly closeup indoors

    Deter Flies With A Spice You Likely Already Have In Your Pantry

    Flies are hardly welcome guests in the home; if you have a fly problem, put away the swatter and reach for this common spice that'll repel the pests.

    By Ethan Harrison Smith June 2nd, 2024 Read More
  • overflowing kitchen sink

    Common Pantry Ingredients That Can Bust Through Clogged Drains

    Drain clogged? Avoiding Drano? You probably have some effective, all-natural solutions in your pantry right now that can clear your pipes in a jiffy.

    By Ethan Harrison Smith June 2nd, 2024 Read More
  • Organized dresser drawers

    Keep Your Dresser Drawers Smelling Fresh With This Clever Baby Wipe Hack

    If you've noticed an unpleasant odor in any of your dresser drawers, there's an easy way to get rid of it. Simply follow this baby wipe hack.

    By Sakshi Khaitan June 1st, 2024 Read More
  • Pizza baking

    Clean Your Stained Pizza Stone With A Handy Kitchen Ingredient You Already Own

    Cleaning the stains and grease off your pizza stone can be hard work. Thankfully, you can make an easy solution with an ingredient already in your pantry.

    By Michelle Roberts-Garcia June 1st, 2024 Read More
  • Cleaning carpet with spray bottle

    Freshen Up Your Carpet In A Pinch With A Citrusy Kitchen Ingredient

    If you associate the smell of citrus with a clean home, you'll be happy to know you can freshen your carpet with this hack using a citrusy kitchen ingredient.

    By Trinity Archie May 31st, 2024 Read More
  • Dog with urine spot carpet

    Genius Coffee Grounds Hacks For A Fresh-Smelling Home

    But before you dump your used coffee grounds, consider their ability to absorb odors, acting as a natural deodorizer for numerous places in your home.

    By Carol Benton May 31st, 2024 Read More
  • Man sorting laundry

    Pests That May Be Lurking In Your Laundry Room (& Tips To Prevent Them)

    For a space dedicated to cleaning, the laundry room may be a haven for some pests. Here's what kind of bugs may be lurking, and how to prevent them.

    By Tracey Johnson May 29th, 2024 Read More
  • woman sampling paint on wall

    The Paint Finishes That Are The Easiest To Keep Clean, According To Our Paint Experts

    House Digest spoke exclusively to paint experts Julie Fisher and Lisbeth Parada from Dutch Boy Paints for the inside scoop on clean-friendly paint finishes.

    By Jahaira Arthur May 29th, 2024 Read More
  • Rusty patio furniture

    Refresh Your Rusty Patio Furniture With A Common Medicine Cabinet Staple

    Metal that lives in a moist environment will probably rust, but if you start noticing rusting on your patio furniture, an at-home staple can help.

    By Trinity Archie May 28th, 2024 Read More
  • Soaking stained plastic in vinegar

    Can Vinegar Clean Stained Plastic Containers? We Put It To The Test

    Discolored plastic containers from food stains are bound to happen. However, what if you could eliminate them with a bit of vinegar? Here, we tested it out.

    By Ron Baker May 28th, 2024 Read More
  • wooden utensils and cutting board

    Why You Shouldn't Put Wooden Utensils And Cutting Boards In The Dishwasher

    Learn why it's crucial to avoid putting wooden kitchenware in the dishwasher and explore the best practices for cleaning and maintaining wood utensils.

    By Jahaira Arthur May 27th, 2024 Read More
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