Cleaning and Housekeeping Tips

It was nearly impossible.

Use it when washing dishes by hand or in the dishwasher.

It actually goes against what a lot of our staffers do.

The woman has some serious standards!

You'll be mad you didn't know this sooner.

Sometimes these one-handed wonders can work a little too well — particularly on polished and easily scratched areas.

Here's why.

It seems like taking a hard stone to a metal surface would be a bad idea ...

Get it now while it's in stock.

Here's what we could find out about the hack.

We're happy to report that our tried-and-true method ended up being the winner.

Keep these things in mind this Thanksgiving.

There's hope! Promise.

Shave time off your own cleaning routine!

Make no mistake about it: There is no "okay" way to send kitchen grease down the sink.

While the dishwasher is hard at work washing my dishes, isn't it also washing itself?

We actually really liked two methods.

Opened Crisco is only good for about a year. Here's how to make the most of that newly purchased tub.

Who knew Windex and dishwasher tablets had so many alternative uses?

His list includes one of our favorite hardwood floor cleaners!

It's an effective way to tackle plenty of other household chores, from the kitchen to your patio.

Plus, three things you should always do.

This is very important.

It reminds me of deodorant!

Did you know you can clean your oven door with a Magic Eraser or a dishwasher tablet? Or that you can soak the knobs so that they clean themselves?

The best way to regain control of a messy kitchen is to focus on and change your behavior, one bad habit at a time.

Say "buh-bye" to smudges!

Work these small-but-effective cleaning habits into your routine.

Cleanest EVER.

They're not all that hard. Promise.

Buh-bye, gross fridge odors!

That gross orange ring had to go.

Make a little bit of space!

Whether they're coming to clean your kitchen or not.

We asked the experts.

Mom knows best!