Household Hints & Tips

Getting tape and glue off glass sometimes seems impossible. The adhesive bonds so tightly to the surface, it takes a ton of work to scrape off a little spot. Fortunately, there are some unusual tricks to make it easier.

By Laurie L. Dove

He runs a mysterious universe where clothes soak in chemical baths and hundreds of hanging plastic bags march in formation at the push of a button. We take you inside your dry cleaner's world and explain why it costs $7 to clean your silk shirt.

By Gallagher Flinn

Your grandmother really meant it when she said, "Sleep tight, and don't let the bedbugs bite." The press is full of horror stories about voracious, blood-sucking bedbugs that feast on you in your sleep. Is it all hype, or is there cause for concern?

By Sara Elliott

When you lay your head on your pillow, your bed may be harboring insect invaders. From hungry mosquitoes to thirsty fleas, there are lots of critters around that think your bedroom is a banquet hall when it comes to eating in style.

By Sara Elliott

Don't despair when laundry day comes. With these 5 easy tips, you'll have the power to get your clean laundry looking, feeling and smelling the best it can.

By the Editors of Publications International, Ltd. & Rachael Schultz

Don't let dust and streaks distract from your enjoyment of that late-morning sunlight. Help your windows and mirrors look clear, bright and spotless with our 5 simple tricks.

By the Editors of Publications International, Ltd. & Rachael Schultz

We know there's nothing worse than having a pest infestation inside your home. Fortunately, you don't have to turn to exterminators or dangerous poisons to rid yourself of this problem. Check out these 10 tips to learn more!

By the Editors of Publications International, Ltd. & Rachael Schultz

Does your furniture need some love? It might surprise you to learn that some of the best tools for keeping furniture looking its best are items you already have in your house. Check out these 5 household items for great results without the hassle.

By the Editors of Publications International, Ltd. & Rachael Schultz

Hardwood floors that won't let go of dust? That "wet dog" smell stuck in your carpet? Rescue your floor surfaces from stains, odors and messes with these 5 old-school cleaning tips.

By the Editors of Publications International, Ltd. & Rachael Schultz

Household items with metal surfaces, such as candlesticks, faucets and copper-bottomed pots and pans, can sometimes seem impossible to get clean. Fortunately, we've collected 5 great tips that will help you see your reflection again.

By the Editors of Publications International, Ltd. & Rachael Schultz

Want your bathroom fixtures both attractive and sanitary, but don't want to bring all those toxic chemical cleaners to the fight? Try our list of 5 bathroom cleaning tips for easy and gentle solutions.

By the Editors of Publications International, Ltd. & Rachael Schultz

Here are our top 10 ways to clean floors, furniture and glassware with stuff right in your bathroom. Clean everything from your piano to your wicker chair with products like toothpaste, shaving cream and nail polish.

By the Editors of Publications International, Ltd. & Samantha Stallard

Lemon juice is especially helpful when removing stains and grime from one of the filthiest rooms in any home -- the dreaded bathroom. Get a bottle of lemon juice out of the fridge and try these five ways to clean the bathroom with lemon juice.

By the Editors of Publications International, Ltd. & Samantha Stallard

The acid in lemon juice really is a cleaning miracle. It can break through just about any rust, dust, or mineral stain and smells great too. Try these five ways to clean fine metals with lemon juice.

By the Editors of Publications International, Ltd. & Samantha Stallard

Our grandparents' generation didn't have a different product to scrub every kitchen surface. They used simple and natural products for a variety of tasks around the kitchen. Discover 10 ways to clean the kitchen with lemon juice.

By the Editors of Publications International, Ltd. & Samantha Stallard

In our list of five uses for lemon juice in laundry and clothing care, you'll find simple solutions for treating rust and mildew stains and even an at-home shoe shining kit.

By the Editors of Publications International, Ltd., Emilie Sennebogen & Samantha Stallard

Most of us use that extra bedroom in our homes as a hybrid home office/guest room. But it can quickly turn into a catch-all space if you're not careful. Let's streamline this room's organization and decor to help it serve its real purpose!

By Alia Hoyt & Echo Surina

Paying bills may not be fun, but for most people it's an inevitable part of adult life. How can you organize your bills to make sure you pay them on time and avoid late fees?

By Alexander Page

Avoid stressful situations and have much more holiday fun with these organization tips.

Being on a budget doesn't have to mean going without your favorite items. You can potentially save money on every shopping trip just by becoming an organized coupon user. What's the right way to get started?

By Sarah Rutland

If you have boxes of printed photos and a computer full of digital ones, it's time to get organized. What are the best ways to organize photographs?

By Rebecca Regan

If your recipe box is a mess and you can never find the recipes you need, it's time to get organized. What are some simple ways to organize your recipes?

By Gina Fisher

If you're an impulse shopper, or if you often forget to purchase items you need from the grocery store, you may benefit from an organized shopping list. What are some simple ways to organize your list?

By Sarah Rutland

If you have a pile of bank statements, birth certificates and social security cards that you're not sure what to do with, it's time to get organized. How should you file and store these important documents?

By Kalynn Bardolph

It's usually easy to see when your desk gets cluttered, but the files on your computer can build up before you realize it and slow down your work.

By Kalynn Bardolph