Household Hints & Tips

Jewelry can lose its shine over time due to dirt, oils and everyday wear, but a good cleaning can restore its sparkle. Whether you have solid gold, sterling silver jewelry or costume jewelry, knowing how to clean jewelry properly helps maintain its beauty.

By Yara Simón

Gold jewelry is a timeless accessory, but over time, it can lose its shine due to dirt, oils, and everyday wear. Whether you own solid gold jewelry or gold-plated jewelry, keeping it clean will help maintain its beauty.

By Yara Simón

Unlike Nespresso's Original line of coffee makers, which makes espresso-based drinks, Nespresso's Vertuo system uses centrifusion technology to extract coffee and create a thick, rich cream. That means that the capsule is spinning at high speed.

By Ada Tseng

A clean coffee maker is essential for a fresh and flavorful cup of coffee. Over time, coffee residue and mineral buildup can affect the taste of your brew and reduce the efficiency of your coffee machine. Luckily, learning how to clean a coffee maker is simple and doesn't take much time.

By Talon Homer

Baseboards are the trim or molding that runs along the bottom edge of interior walls, where the wall meets the floor. They protect walls, cover gaps, add decorative style and prevent dust and dirt from accumulating over time.

By Ada Tseng

Glass shower doors can quickly become covered in soap scum buildup, hard water stains and streaks that make your bathroom look less bright inviting. But learning how to clean shower glass is simple — and it's not just about looks.

By Ada Tseng

Silk is a delicate fabric that requires extra care to keep it looking luxurious and feeling soft. Whether you have silk clothing or other silk items, it's important to properly wash them to prevent damage.

By Mack Hayden

A clean couch makes your entire living space feel fresher, but upholstered furniture can trap dirt, dust and even pet hair over time. Whether you have a fabric sofa or leather couch, the right cleaning method can make all the difference.

By Yara Simón

Keeping your solar panels clean is essential for maintaining their efficiency and maximizing energy output. While professional solar panel cleaning services are available, you can tackle DIY solar panel cleaning with the right tools and techniques to save money.

By Yara Simón

Permanent marker used in the wrong places can be a real headache, whether it's on a countertop, painted walls, clothing or your child's face. Knowing how to remove permanent marker stains can save you a lot of frustration.

By Ada Tseng

A dirty microwave oven can make your kitchen smell unpleasant and even affect the taste of your food. Spilled sauces, food particles, stubborn stains and built-up grease can quickly make the interior look grimy. Luckily, learning how to clean a microwave is simple and doesn't require harsh chemicals.

By Talon Homer

Keeping up with household chores can feel overwhelming, but a weekly cleaning schedule makes it easier to stay on top of things. Instead of trying to clean the entire house in one day, breaking tasks down helps spread the work throughout the week. This approach keeps your home consistently tidy without spending hours cleaning at once.

By Yara Simón

A dirty oven can make your entire kitchen smell unpleasant and even affect the taste of your food. Grease, food spills and burnt residue build up over time, making it harder for your oven to work efficiently.

By Talon Homer

Laminate floors can add a sleek and modern touch to a home, and keeping them clean requires a little care. Honestly, it's not hard to learn how to clean laminate floors.

By Ada Tseng

Blinds are great for controlling light and adding privacy, but they tend to collect dust and grime over time. Whether you have faux wood blinds, plastic blinds or fabric blinds, regular cleaning can keep them looking fresh and dust free.

By Mack Hayden

If you're planning on ripping some big hits from your water pipe, it's probably best to learn how to clean a bong. After all, keeping your bong clean is essential for a smoother and healthier cannabis smoking experience. Over time, resin buildup and dirty bong water can affect the flavor of your sessions and even harbor bacteria.

By Zach Taras

A Keurig coffee maker is a convenient way to enjoy your morning coffee, but it needs regular cleaning to ensure it brews better-tasting coffee every time. Over time, coffee oils, coffee grounds and mineral buildup can affect the flavor and performance of your machine. It doesn't take much effort to learn how to clean a Keurig, and those cleanings go a long way in helping maintain its longevity.

By Talon Homer

Stainless steel appliances add a sleek, modern touch to your kitchen, but keeping them looking their best can be a challenge. Fingerprints, smudges and streaks often mar their shiny appearance, making regular cleaning essential.

By Yara Simón

Water stains on wood furniture and flooring can be frustrating, especially when they appear as unsightly white rings or dark stains. These blemishes often form when water seeps into the wood grain or the protective finish. The good news is that with a few simple techniques and household items, you can learn how to remove water stains from wood without causing damage.

By Talon Homer

Hard water stains can make even the cleanest spaces look dull and unkempt. These stains are caused by mineral deposits left behind when water evaporates, often appearing on glass shower doors, faucets and even toilet bowls.

By Mack Hayden

Sticker residue can be incredibly frustrating to deal with, whether it's leftover from a price tag, a bumper sticker or sticky tape. The sticky residue left behind seems almost impossible to remove at first, especially on delicate surfaces.

By Mack Hayden

Brass is a timeless material that adds charm and elegance to everything from home decor to jewelry. Over time, exposure to skin oils, air, and moisture can cause dull brass or tarnishing. When that happens, you'll be happy to know how to clean brass.

By Yara Simón

Quartz counters are a fantastic choice for kitchen countertops due to their durability, stain resistance and elegant appearance. Unlike marble countertops, quartz surfaces are nonporous, making them easy to clean and maintain.

By Mack Hayden

Unlike other cookware, cast iron requires a little extra love to maintain its nonstick surface and long-lasting durability. With the right technique, you can learn how to clean cast iron and keep your seasoned skillet in perfect condition, ready to deliver delicious meals every time.

By Mack Hayden

Swedish death cleaning might sound a little intense, but it's actually a gentle and thoughtful approach to decluttering your life.

By Yara Simón