Although cookie sheets are often referred to as "baking sheets," there are differences between a cookie sheet and a baking sheet (also known as a baking sheet pan or simply a sheet pan): Baking SheetsBaking sheets have rolled edges with a lip around the ...
The 10 Best Nonstick Pans to Buy Now
If you've ever experienced the frustration of mangling a stuck egg in a frying pan or had a pancake that simply refuses to flip, you're ready for a nonstick pan. The best nonstick pans make cooking easier. That’s because they allow you to cook delicate fo ...
How to Clean a Water Bottle—and How Often You Should
To clean a reusable water bottle, you will need a few common supplies and the simple steps outlined below. Materials Needed Make sure you have these cleaning supplies on hand before getting started. Dish soap Baking soda Bottle brush Toothbrush P ...
How to Clean the Toilet Tank, According to Experts
Though cleaning the toilet tank is a little more involved than cleaning the exterior, it doesn't need to happen as frequently. Add this chore to your list just "once or twice a year for upkeep," says Patty Stoffelen, a bath fixtures merchant for The Home ...
What Is Borax—and How to Use It for Household Cleaning
Borax (sodium tetraborate) is a compound that contains boron, an element that is found naturally in our environment in the air, soil, and food we eat, says Maryann Amirshahi, PharmD, MD, MPH, PhD, FACMT, FACEP, FASAM, FCP, co-medical director of Poison Co ...
8 Castile Soap Uses—the Natural Way to Clean Almost Anything
Castile soap is a natural, biodegradable, and completely vegan cleaning agent that’s formulated with plant-based oils. It’s never made with animal products or synthetic ingredients. "This soap is named for the Castile region of Spain, which is where it wa ...
A Guide to Collecting Milk Glass
Creating opaque white glass is an ancient art since similar vessels were made as early as 1500 B.C. in Egypt. But the term "milk glass" almost always refers to the white glass that was popular from 1835 through the 1980s in America and England. To create ...
How to Clean Butcher Block Countertops
Butcher block is a popular choice for countertops because it's touted as something you can cut directly on, replacing the need for a cutting board. While this is true, doing so can degrade the porous material faster and make it more susceptible to stains. ...
8 Home Safety Tasks You Should Never Forget Before a Vacation
8 Tasks You Should Never Forget Before a Vacation, According to a Home Security Pro These essential to-dos are often overlooked—even by seasoned travelers. Key Points Completing key household tasks before traveling—like cleaning out the fridge and ...
A Guide to Collecting Vintage Pyrex—Plus, How Much It’s Worth
Until recently, vintage Pyrex was purchased mainly by longtime devotees—or passed down from previous generations. But in the past few years, the cookware collection has attracted new admirers. While those who grew up with it are familiar with its durabili ...