Cleaning

Welcome to your cleanest home yet. We have everything you need, from product recommendations to cleaning methods. You’ll see tried-and-true tricks, passed-down advice, and more to achieve a home that’s clean and in your control. Remember: it’s about progress, not perfection.

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This Is How I Clean My Entire House in an Hour
Start by getting everyone else out of the house.
Shifrah Combiths
Jun 16, 2022
If You Live In a Chicago Apartment, You Probably Have This Bathroom Feature
Here's how to clean or fix it.
Marlen Komar
Jun 15, 2022
This $10 Cleaning Solution Finally Got Rid of That Disgusting Smell in My Garbage Disposal
Finally, a clean (and fresh-smelling) garbage disposal!
Stella Totino
Jun 14, 2022
Fried Treats Season Is Here — Here's How to Properly Dispose of Cooking Oil
Don’t even think about pouring it right down the drain.
Stephanie Nguyen
Jun 13, 2022
The Little Ritual That's Helped Me Get Rid of Fridge Clutter For Good
You'll no longer have to deal with expired food.
Shifrah Combiths
Jun 12, 2022
Diptyque's New Cleaning Collection Will Make Your Home Smell So Good
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With products as beautiful as these, you might want to display them on a shelf rather than stash them under the sink.
Inigo Del Castillo
Jun 10, 2022
Is Your New Apartment Suffering from a 'Landlord Special'?
Here's a definition and a solution to this common renter dilemma.
Marlen Komar
Jun 10, 2022
Bored With Your Laundry Routine? Try Hanging a Disco Ball, According to “The Laundry Guy”
According to Patric Richardson of the Discovery+ series “The Laundry Guy.”
Lauren Wellbank
Jun 9, 2022
3 Little Habits I’ve Adopted for a Cleaner Space and a Clearer Mind
It’s best to start small.
Stephanie Nguyen
Jun 7, 2022
Actually, It's Sometimes Better to Clean Your Home Slowly
Here are four ways to determine which ones.
Alexandra Frost
Jun 6, 2022
Ever Wish Your Laundry Detergent Smelled Like Your Favorite Perfume? Now It Can
It makes curling up in your favorite blanket that much better.
Sarah M. Vazquez
Jun 3, 2022
5 Easy Ways to Make Cleaning Your Home More Enjoyable
Slow it down a little. Cleaning doesn't have to be chore.
Shifrah Combiths
Jun 3, 2022
The Brand Behind the Pretty Toilet Plunger I Love Just Released Another Surprisingly Stylish Cleaning Tool
Style and function go hand-in-hand.
Britt Franklin
Jun 2, 2022
This Secret 2-Ingredient Makeup Stain Remover from a Retail Pro Really Works
And you probably have the ingredients at home right now.
Shifrah Combiths
Jun 2, 2022
5 Kitchen Tools You’re Probably Not Replacing as Often as You Should
We're looking at you, grimy kitchen sponge.
Carla Delgado
Jun 1, 2022
I Swear By This Kitchen Sink Cleaning Trick My Mom Taught Me
And, the compliments don't stop coming.
Shifrah Combiths
May 30, 2022
Vomit Isn't Washing Machine Friendly — Plus, Other Laundry Dos and Don'ts
Smelly washer crisis averted.
Alexandra Frost
May 28, 2022
A Guide to How (and When) to Wash Your Towels
Because no one likes a scratchy, dingy towel.
Ashley Abramson
May 27, 2022
A Guide to Dealing with Common Pet Messes (and Preparing for Future Ones)
Starter Packs
Because for all of the many positive aspects of pet ownership, there is one unfortunate truth: pet messes.
Jennifer Prince
May 26, 2022
How to Keep White Patio Furniture White In a City
Here's how to keep yours fresh and clean all season long.
Marlen Komar
May 26, 2022
How to Get Rid of Fruit Flies
Here's what to do when you realize that, yep, you’ve got a fruit fly infestation on your hands.
Brigitt Earley
May 26, 2022
How to Get Rid of Pantry Moths in Your Kitchen
They are the bed bugs of pantries.
Rebecca Straus
May 25, 2022
This Was the Moment I Gave Up On Wanting a 'Perfect,' Clean House
Sometimes your house is exactly the way it's supposed to be.
Shifrah Combiths
May 25, 2022
How to Clean a Diffuser
Here's a hint: You need more than just soap and water to get the job done.
Ashley Abramson
May 24, 2022
How to Get Nail Polish Stains Out of Clothes
According to a laundry pro.
Ashley Abramson
May 21, 2022
This Tiny $16 Amazon Find Is the Secret Weapon Against Everyday Messes
Keep your WFH desk pristine.
Britt Franklin
May 19, 2022
4 Ways to Protect Your Outdoor Furniture from Annoying Falling Debris
Because outside is officially open.
Marlen Komar
May 18, 2022
This $20 Amazon Find Instantly Solved My Most Annoying Sink Dilemmas
I love a good problem solver.
Shifrah Combiths
May 16, 2022
3 Ways to Make Spring Cleaning Irresistibly Fun to Kids
It’s not too late for the whole family to pitch in for a pre-summer reset.
Alexandra Frost
May 15, 2022
As a Mom of 5 Active Kids, These Are the Laundry Products I Swear By
Laundry consumes my life, but this arsenal helps me get it all done.
Shifrah Combiths
May 13, 2022
This Super Compact Trash Can Doubles as a Cleaning Tool — and It’s Perfect for Tiny Bathrooms
It even includes a hidden toilet brush!
Amy Gordon
May 12, 2022
Is There “Poop Soup” Lurking in Your Bathroom?
Yes, it's a thing, Now here's how to avoid it.
Shifrah Combiths
May 12, 2022
The $8 Blind-Cleaning Hack You’re Going to Wish You Knew About Sooner (Bonus: It’s on Major Sale Right Now!)
Do right by your space *and* your health.
Amy Gordon
May 10, 2022
I Finally Found a Vacuum That Actually Makes Me Want to Use One Way More
I used to struggle with vacuuming consistently, until this guy came along.
Marlen Komar
May 10, 2022
8 Cleaning Items Past Their Prime that I'm Officially Giving the Boot
Goodbye, fickle soap dispenser! It's definitely time to let go.
Shifrah Combiths
May 9, 2022
I Tried My Mom's Technique for Keeping Baseboards Clean and I'm Never Going Back
She's a professional housekeeper.
Marlen Komar
May 8, 2022
Febreze Has Launched An Astrology Range So You Can Match Your Car’s Scent to Your Star Sign
Car-strology.
Emma Kershaw
May 8, 2022
I Bought This $80 Pro Cleaner-Approved Vacuum — And It's Nothing Short of Amazin
It's so lightweight! And still so suction-y!
Lisa Freedman
May 7, 2022
This Absurdly Simple Cooking Habit Keeps My Kitchen Counters Spotless
It was always my mother's biggest kitchen rule.
Shifrah Combiths
May 6, 2022
Amazon Reviewers Swear This Lightweight Steam Mop Cleans Any Mess In Half the Time (Bonus: It’s On Sale!)
For squeaky clean kitchen floors!
Erin Cavoto
May 3, 2022
This Is Exactly How Long It Takes to Do Those Chores You’ve Been Putting Off
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I timed them for you.
Shifrah Combiths
May 2, 2022
A Better Alternative to the TikTok Dryer Sheet Hack for Cleaning Toilets
Some TikTok users are cleaning their toilets with dryer sheets, but there's a better way.
Ashley Abramson
May 1, 2022
Rental Hosts Can Purchase A “Starter Kit” Filled With Necessities
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Renting your property has never been easier (or more sustainable!).
Olivia Harvey
Apr 29, 2022
How to Actually Get Coffee and Tea Mugs Clean, According to a Barista
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Yes, even the white ones.
Ashley Abramson
Apr 29, 2022
The $26 Amazon Find That Makes Cleaning Pet Hair and Under Furniture a Breeze
It's like having three specialized cleaning tools in one.
Amy Gordon
Apr 27, 2022
These 3 Easy Rituals Will Keep Your Home Neat and Clean on a Daily Basis
According to organizing and cleaning pros.
Ashley Abramson
Apr 27, 2022
IKEA's Scented Hangers Make Your Closet Smell Like Freshly-Cut Grass
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Say goodbye to that stuffy closet smell.
Inigo Del Castillo
Apr 26, 2022
The Best Cleaning Tips for Pet Stains, Messes, and Smells
You’ll always know exactly how to handle it.
Celia Shatzman
Apr 25, 2022
This Tiny Shift in How I Approach Cleaning Really Takes Away the Stress of It
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I’m in one of the busiest seasons of my life, and this is helping.
Shifrah Combiths
Apr 24, 2022
The 9 Cardinal Sins of Stain Removing
Here's how to make sure you get a stain out without ruining your clothes.
Shifrah Combiths
Apr 22, 2022
Mosquitoes Swarm Around These Four Colors the Most
Avoid these hues.
Inigo Del Castillo
Apr 21, 2022
This Small Swap Will Instantly Make Your Cleaning Routine Less Wasteful
Spoiler alert: You don't have to buy a thing.
Marlen Komar
Apr 19, 2022
I Don't Have a Dishwasher, But J.R. Watkins' Dish Soap Is the Next Best Thing
It's affordable, effective, and smells SO good.
Blair Donovan
Apr 18, 2022
Amazon Shoppers Swear This $40 Steam Mop Makes Cleaning Floors a Breeze
Springtime grime is no match for this steam mop.
Alyssa Longobucco
Apr 18, 2022
3 Personal Dishwasher Rules I Break (A Little) Sometimes
Lightening up a little goes a long way during kitchen cleanup.
Shifrah Combiths
Apr 17, 2022
I Tried the Fancy Detergent Trending on TikTok
Who wouldn't want to know what "laundry nirvana" feels like? Here's how it went.
Ashley Abramson
Apr 16, 2022
This $12 Find Is Like a Magic Eraser for Scuffed Shoes and Sneakers
Make your favorite white kicks look brand new.
Tamara Kraus
Apr 15, 2022
The $2 Find This Pro Baker Swears By for Removing Stubborn Stains (Including Turmeric!)
It's a sensitive-skin-friendly (and delicates-friendly) stain-removing solution.
Kendall Cornish
Apr 13, 2022
The Best Time to Clean Your Shower, According to a Cleaning Pro
Now this is how you get ahead of the curve.
Marlen Komar
Apr 13, 2022
These 19th Century Bed-iquette Rules Never Went Out of Style in My Home
No street clothes on the bed, period.
Jenna Gallagher
Apr 12, 2022
6 Things You Should Never (Ever) Put Down Your Kitchen Drain
Here's what to do with them instead.
Marlen Komar
Apr 11, 2022
7 Super Easy Ways to Fight Off Pests This Spring (Before They Take Over)
Stop them in their tracks with these common hacks.
Marlen Komar
Apr 9, 2022
Give the Most Used (and Overlooked) Thing in Your Living Room Some TLC
This quick cleaning task will instantly inspire more relaxation, promise.
geraldinemcampbell
Apr 5, 2022
This Cleaning Technique Has Kept My Grandma's Coffee Pot Spotless for Decades
ORGANIZE & CLEAN
Talk about a "cool" trick.
Marlen Komar
Apr 5, 2022
The Reason I Love Spring Cleaning That Has Nothing to Do with Hygiene
I never knew sunlight could be considered an amenity until I moved to Manhattan.
Katherine Laubscher
Apr 4, 2022
The One Thing Almost Everyone Forgets to Clean (and How to Do It)
Prepare to be amazed by how much more effective your spring cleaning will be after completing this one overlooked task.
geraldinemcampbell
Mar 29, 2022
I’ve Used This Stain Remover on Everything from Clothes to Furniture and It’s Truly Magic in a Bottle
The spot cleaner that made me believe in cliches.
Kendall Cornish
Mar 31, 2022
The $11 Tool That Keeps My Sinks and Counters Spotless
Goodbye sponges and towels, hello squeegee!
Britt Franklin
Mar 29, 2022
This Shark Tank Product Might Be Your New Cleaning Secret Weapon
This multi-use cleaner saves you time, space, and money.
Shifrah Combiths
Mar 27, 2022
The $6 Crafting Tool I’m Adding to My Cleaning Kit
It's perfect for lifting sticky messes from stovetops, oven surfaces, glass, and even flooring.
Shifrah Combiths
Mar 25, 2022
6 Satisfying Steps For Doing a Digital Spring Cleaning
If you’re looking to organize your cyber clutter, here's how to get started. 
Kristen Garaffo
Mar 23, 2022
This Steam Mop Finally Got Me Excited to Clean My Floors
It’s worth the small investment.
Marlen Komar
Mar 23, 2022