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To freshen drains (not unclog them) and help keep them free-flowing, mix 1/2 cup baking soda with 1/4 cup table salt. Pour the mixture down the drain, followed by 1 cup heated vinegar. It will foam and bubble. Let it stand for 15 minutes — longer doe...

To freshen drains (not unclog them) and help keep ...

For even wear, rotate the mattress, foot to head, and then turn, or flip over, so the bottom is at the top. While there, use a microfiber cloth to dust the bed frame and box springs. Also check to see that the screws holding the frame together are se...

For even wear, rotate the mattress, foot to head, ...

Today's mission: to clean underneath the bed. Remove all storage items first. If you can easily move the bed, it will make cleaning a breeze. However, if not, use the long vacuum attachment to pick up the dust and debris, being careful to take notice...

Today's mission: to clean underneath the bed. Remo...

Today we're moving into the family room and tackling your couches and chairs. First, remove all of the cushions and vacuum the furniture as well as the floor underneath. Then use the upholstery attachment to dust both sides of the cushions and all pi...

Today we're moving into the family room and tackli...

To dust your TV and computer screens using a dry microfiber cloth, wipe first right and left, then move it up and down (not in a circular motion). To clean the outside, be sure to pay attention to all the cords. Depending on the surface, use furnitur...

To dust your TV and computer screens using a dry m...

To quick-clean your bookshelves, use a microfiber cloth or a clean paint or makeup brush to dust the tops and sides of the books and then the shelves. If you have more time, remove the books and use the upholstery attachment of the vacuum to dust the...

To quick-clean your bookshelves, use a microfiber ...

Remove the racks and drip pans, and clean them with a damp paper towel. Wipe down all surfaces inside your oven. If you see a small bit of burned-on gunk, remove with a nonabrasive scrubber. Use a scrub brush to clean the racks, dry, and put back in....

Remove the racks and drip pans, and clean them wit...

Sure, a feather duster may look fancy or even fun to use. When you’re tackling serious scuzz, though, skip the classic sweep — it’ll only move particles around, not pick them up. Instead, capture dust with a soft cloth dampened with water or your fav...

Sure, a feather duster may look fancy or even fun ...

Question Is there a way to prevent outdoor fabric from fading? Answer Weatherguarding sprays protect new fabric for a time; be sure to apply before putting furnishings outside. Alas, even treated items will ultimately fade, though moving them to a sh...

Question Is there a way to prevent outdoor fabric ...

Question My husband uses a stainless steel vacuum container for his coffee. I cleaned it some time ago with baking soda and boiling hot water and some other forgotten ingredient. Can you jog my memory? Answer The missing ingredient is one of my perso...

Question My husband uses a stainless steel vacuum ...

01. To avoid a huge weekend laundry day, try to do at least a couple of loads of towels or clothes during the week. 02. Cut laundry time by presorting items into baskets labeled towels, jeans, darks, lights, etc. 03. Before you do a load of wash, wi...

01. To avoid a huge weekend laundry day, try to do...

01. When vacuuming the bedroom, take a few extra moments to clean under the bed so the dust bunnies won't multiply. 02. While you get dressed in the morning, check your nightstand or dresser top and pick three to five items to toss out (ticket stubs...

01. When vacuuming the bedroom, take a few extra m...

01. Go through magazine and catalog piles and discard outdated issues, three or five at a time. Toss junk mail daily. 02. Vacuum just the high-traffic sections of the floor or carpet and do the other areas later. 03. Before you go to bed, do a fast p...

01. Go through magazine and catalog piles and disc...

01. Store a floor duster with disposable cloths in a closet near the bathroom. It will be easy to grab the duster and go over the floor during the week. 02. If you use disposable makeup cloths to wash your face, rinse and reuse them to quick-clean t...

01. Store a floor duster with disposable cloths in...

1. Wipe up spills in the refrigerator as soon as you notice them, and if you have time, do the rest of the shelf or any gloppy jar bottoms. 2. Go through just one refrigerator or pantry shelf and toss anything that's past the expiration date, that y...

1. Wipe up spills in the refrigerator as soon as y...

Stained grout. Because it’s porous, tile sealant inevitably absorbs more grime than you can remove. So rather than go at it with a bleach-dipped toothbrush yet again, pick up Grout Ink from Stone Care International — it’s as easy to use as a Magic Ma...

Stained grout. Because it’s porous, tile sealant i...

It's easy to get caught up in decor projects, from new countertops to curtains — sometimes at the expense of your home's exterior. But landscaping and other outside updates don't have to be a hassle. Follow our targeted tips, and you'll be proud to i...

It's easy to get caught up in decor projects, from...

The nutritional value of potato along with its taste and ease of cooking has made it the most popular vegetable in the entire world. Think of the day when you didn't eat even a single dish containing potatoes. Quite difficult, right? It is said that ...

The nutritional value of potato along with its tas...

The health benefits of organic tomatoes is the topic of discussion everywhere recently; the reason being a research carried out by a team of scientists at the University of California, Davis. Organic food lovers all over the world are delighted by th...

The health benefits of organic tomatoes is the top...

Olive oil production, processing and packaging is one of the most important economic activity in the Mediterranean region. Italy, Spain and Greece are the three largest producers of olive oil. These three countries in addition to the US are the top f...

Olive oil production, processing and packaging is ...

Perhaps, coconut oil is one of the healthiest edible vegetable oils on earth. You will be surprised to know about the unmatched health benefits it has on human health (It can even fight HIV!). Now, if plain coconut oil can do such miracles, imagine w...

Perhaps, coconut oil is one of the healthiest edib...