All posts by : Christin Perry

Baking soda and vinegar can break down mineral deposits that build up in drains and cause blockages. The drains in your home are a workhorse—but over time, they can accumulate food waste, oil, coffee grounds, shampoo, hair, and other debris that can resu ...

How's this for an unsettling fact? According to cleaning expert Lana Tkachenko, your earbuds can contain way more bacteria than your kitchen sink, one of the germiest places in a home. But while your home's sinks are likely already a part of your cleaning ...

Make sure you have these materials on hand when cleaning soapstone countertops. Dish soap Soft cloth or non-abrasive sponge Spray bottle or bowl Mineral oil (optional) I’ve found that keeping these items in a dedicated cleaning caddy under the si ...

Restore aluminum cookware to its original luster with these cleaning tips. Why Aluminum Pans Become Blackened Aluminum cookware can become blackened from misuse or if it's not cared for or cleaned properly. Heat Exposure Prolonged exposure to high hea ...

Remove discoloration and stuck-on food from your stainless steel pans with these expert-approved tips. Materials Needed Make sure you have these basic cleaning supplies on hand before getting started. Non-abrasive sponge Dish soap Baking soda Vine ...

These are the tools and techniques you need to get your most delicate items crystal clean. Your dishwasher is designed to take on the dirtiest part of your end-of-the-day kitchen cleaning routine, but not every item is meant to stand up to a machine clea ...

Mix up these simple cleaning solutions to keep your kitchen and bathroom sink drains free of hair, food scraps, and built-up grime. Cleaning Frequency To prevent a buildup of hair, food scraps, dirt, and other debris, it's best to deep clean your drains ...

How frequently you clean your baseball cap depends on how often you wear it. For light use, washing it as needed is fine. For everyday wear, you may need to wash it once a week or more in hot weather. "On the other hand, if you sweat heavily while wearing ...

Experts weigh in on when it is safe to use takeout containers for food storage and heating up leftovers. We're getting better at reducing our kitchen waste. We store foods properly to keep them fresh longer, compost, and try to buy food in recyclable con ...

These expert-recommended DIY solutions banish ants using common household ingredients. Vinegar Credit: Michelle Lee Photography / Getty Images According to Vincent Luca, a licensed pest control technician and the owner of On Demand Pest Control, you ca ...