All posts by : Christin Perry

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 ...

No matter the season, washing your hands is beneficial to your health and prevents the spread of bacteria and germs. One way to make hand-washing even more effective is by using an automatic soap dispenser. "We know that bathroom and kitchen surfaces can ...

For many of us, plastic food storage containers are a kitchen staple, keeping our leftovers fresh and weekly meal prep organized. However, stubborn stains, lingering odors, and greasy residues can turn our convenient food storage solution into a source of ...

Washing vegetables is an essential step of any recipe, whether you're eating them raw or cutting them for cooking. According to Kimberly Baker, PhD, RD, LD, director of the Clemson Extension Food Systems and Safety Program Team, this is crucial for food s ...

Popping your pots, pans, plates, and other used tableware items into the dishwasher is a major time saver; the appliance does all the heavy lifting, from rinsing and cleaning to sanitizing and drying. But this isn't the only way to ensure your dishes are ...

Your oven is a workhorse in the kitchen, which means it's also an appliance that gets dirty fast. Spills and splatters on the walls, racks, and door of your oven can build up over time, leading to unpleasant odors and glass that's hard to see through. And ...

According to Lindsay Jones, integrated brand manager at Maytag, the technical name for your washing machine filter is actually the drain pump filter. It’s part of the machine's drainage system and catches debris that washes out of your clothing, so it doe ...

Pewter is a delicate material that must be cleaned properly to avoid damaging its surface. Pewter is a metal alloy that is used for flatware, jewelry, home décor, and beyond. While it doesn't tarnish like copper and bronze, pewter still darkens over time ...