Cleaning

The bathroom is a place where your primary cleaning MO might be about controlling germs, and rightly so. Learn how to clean those germs in an eco-friendly manner.

By the Editors of Publications International, Ltd.

Laundry can seem like an endless task. This article offers a few practical laundry rules for you to follow, including energy-, labor-, and product-saving tips.

By the Editors of Publications International, Ltd.

These 10 ways to organize your closet for less than $50 will help you create a tidy and orderly space.

By Alison Cooper & Jessika Toothman

With your checklist and cleaning supplies in hand, you're ready to scrub your house from top to bottom. But where does this seasonal tradition come from?

By Josh Clark

The word "green" is so ubiquitous these days, it's almost irritating. Companies are vigorously marketing their new green products, but consumers aren't total suckers. Who's to say these products really are green?

By Cristen Conger

We have handy suggestions to help you efficiently clean your home, such as cleaning a room from top to bottom (dust settles downward) and making a cleaning apron. Keep reading to see these guidelines.

By Editors of Consumer Guide

Good food, good company -- what more could you ask for? How about someone to clean up all those dirty pots and pans? Follow these guidelines for making your cookware cleanup easier.

By Editors of Consumer Guide

There's nothing more daunting than facing a goopy, stuck-on cheesy pan of lasagna after a big Italian meal. Learn helpful guidelines for cleaning servingware, from everyday flatware to crystal glasses.

By Editors of Consumer Guide

Windows look best if they are cleaned on a regular basis — at least twice a year on the inside and outside. Check out these tips for making your windows sparkle.

By Editors of Consumer Guide

Everyone wishes they had a little more storage space in their home -- or maybe a lot more. In this section, we provide myriad tips on finding and using new storage space. Learn more.

By Editors of Consumer Guide

Garages almost always hold more than just our cars, so designing a versatile garage and workspace requires careful planning. Find tips and advice on organizing your garage.

By Debra K. Melchior

Three words -- "organizing your closet" -- might strike fear in a lot of people. But having a clean storage space doesn't have to be a complicated process.

By Debra K. Melchior & Austin Henderson

Dividing space is important when it comes to organizing your closet, and different items require different boxes and containers. Learn more about the organizing accessories you can use to maximize your space.

By Debra K. Melchior

Baking soda can safely tackle kitchen jobs above and beyond the legendary box at the back of the refrigerator. Learn more about how baking soda can play a role in the kitchen.

By Christine Halvorson

Want a cleaning product that lives up to the hype? One cleanser really can freshen your entire bathroom — and it's probably already in your cabinet.

By Christine Halvorson & Christine Venzon

Salt can be a useful tool around the house. Salt is an extraordinary cleaning and deodorizing agent for your entire home. Learn more about how salt can help with numerous household projects.

By Christine Halvorson

Salt is a super stain remover on clothing, helps maintain bright colors, and can even eliminate sticky spots on your iron. Learn about how salt can be used in the laundry room.

By Christine Halvorson

Vinegar is a veritable powerhouse when it comes to pretreating stains, softening water, and boosting regular laundry detergents. Learn how vinegar helps with the laundry.

By Christine Halvorson

Vinegar has astounding power over the surfaces in your home, acting as both a cleaning and deodorizing agent. Keep reading for helpful and surprising hints about how vinegar can be used to clean your home.

By Christine Halvorson

This helpful article will give you eight basic rules for organizing your paperwork, plus a more detailed description of filing techniques that work.

By Editors of Consumer Guide

Although modern appliances have removed much of the misery of doing laundry, someone still has to sort it, load the washer, etc. Read these cleaning suggestions for clothes that are made from natural fabrics.

By Editors of Consumer Guide

Along with good laundering and mending techniques, your clothes will benefit from proper care and storage. Follow these guidelines on how to keep your clothes and shoes in good condition.

By Editors of Consumer Guide

Most small kitchen appliances are designed to be easy to clean, but they still require some work. Follow these suggestions and guidelines for cleaning blenders, toasters, coffeemakers, waffle irons, and more.

By Editors of Consumer Guide

Do you sometimes feel like your clothes look even more wrinkled after you iron them? Then it's time to take command of your iron by using the helpful tips and guidelines outlined in this article.

By Editors of Consumer Guide

Sometimes we get so caught up in cleaning 'the bones' of our home, we forget about the dirt accumulating on what's actually in it: the furnishings. Follow these tips and guidelines for cleaning furnishings.

By Editors of Consumer Guide