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The 7 Best Paint Brush Cleaner Options That Extend the Life of Your Tools

These top-rated paint brush cleaner options, including solvents, will extend the life of the tools.


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How To Clean an Oven With Lemon

Do you have a dirty oven? How about a couple of lemons? That, and two hours, are all you need...


Cleaning Hacks 101: “CleanTok” Dos and Don’ts

The cleaning niche of TikTok, dubbed "CleanTok," is filled with tips, tricks and hacks. But which ones are good ideas...


Why the TikTok “Product Overload” Trend Is So Dangerous

Love a good cleaning trend? Don't try this one at home. Why "product overload" is just as stupid and dangerous...

Will This TikTok Hack Make Your Bed Smell Fresher?

Who doesn't want their bed to "smell like a dream"? But nothing is as easy as it seems.


Can This TikTok Massage Gun Hack Help Clean Your Car?

A day at the beach can mean a lifetime of sand in your car. The latest TikTok cleaning hack claims...

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No Job Is too Tough for Family Handyman Approved Grime Hand Soap

A fiercely degreasing hand soap that's still gentle on your skin?  Give this Family Handyman Approved Grime Hand Soap a...


Can You Use Vinegar To Fix a Stinky Car?

We tested this hands-free TikTok hack to see if vinegar actually can remove bad smells from your car.


18 Tips for Removing Common Household Stains

That pesky stain doesn't have to be permanent. Turn to these handy tips for quick removal.


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Having Trouble Finding Bleach? Here’s What To Use Instead

Bleach is hard to find right now. Experts recommend these three bleach alternatives for cleaning.

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This Car-Cleaning Putty Is All over TikTok — Here’s Why

This fun-looking car-cleaning putty gets weird, crusty stuff out of your air conditioner vents.


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How To Make DIY Cleaning Slime

This handy cleaning slime is great for getting all the crumbs, dirt and dust out of hard-to-reach places.


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How To Clean Gold

Regular cleanings boost gold's characteristic shine and preserve it for generations to come. Here are pro-recommended methods for how to...


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How To Clean Silver

These DIY methods and top-rated products help clean silver and keep it looking beautiful.


How To Clean a Bathroom Exhaust Fan

Here’s the plan — don’t neglect the fan.

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5 Tips for Getting Dog Smell Out of Your House

Can't rid your home of a certain pet odor? Here are five expert recommended tips for how to get rid...


8 Things You Shouldn’t Touch in Someone Else’s Home

Follow this etiquette advice when visiting someone's house to keep your host happy.


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How to Clean Corroded Battery Terminals

Car battery maintenance is an important part of keeping your vehicle running smoothly. Here's everything you need to know.


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How to Clean Stainless Steel with Olive Oil

You'll need a clean microfiber cloth, a fresh bottle of olive oil and some elbow grease!


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How To Clean Fireplace Brick

Keep your brick fireplace functioning well and looking good inside and out with these tips for how to clean fireplace...


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9 Best Shop Vacs for Cleaning a Workshop

Looking for the best way to keep your workshop dust free? Check out this roundup of nine fantastic shop vacuums.


15 Things You Shouldn’t Be Cleaning with Paper Towels

Most things can be cleaned with a reusable sponge or cloth. Save paper and clean a lot more efficiently with...


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5 Simple Ways for Getting Rid of Cat Smell

Cat smells stinking up your home? Here are five DIY ways to get rid of the stink for good.


Can You Use Dishwasher Tablets to Clean the Shower?

Your dishwasher tablets are tough on soap scum, too.
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10 Ways to Prep Your House for a Holiday Party

Halloween is on its way, and before you know it, Thanksgiving and Christmas will follow. More than likely, you'll be...


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How To Prepare Your Home for Holiday Guests

Make your guests comfortable and save yourself some headaches.


8 Best Air Fresheners for Your Kitchen

Need to get some unwanted smells out of your kitchen? These eight odor-eliminating products should be a big help.


How to Wash an Electric Blanket

Before you snuggle up with your electric blanket this winter, make sure it's clean. Here's how to do it.


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9 Things You Can Do With Bar Keepers Friend

Learn how to use Bar Keepers Friend in ways you'd never thought of before, including cleaning rusty tools, removing a...


9 Genius Ways to Get Rid of Dust in Your Home You Never Thought Of

The never-ending battle against dust just got easier. Find out how to get rid of dust once and for all!