The professionals agree that using coarse steel wool is a good option for getting off stubborn rust. After he soaks a pan, ...

We spoke to a cleaning expert to find out what would happen if you put Vicks VapoRub on the inside of your toilet bowl. Does this bathroom cleaning hack work?

If your cast-iron pan has rust spots and has seen better days, don’t get rid of it. It may look beyond repair, but there are a few easy ways to remove the rust and re-season the pan so you can put it ...

Hiring a cleaner can save time and stress—especially before hosting or moving out. It’s often most worthwhile for big resets or deep cleans rather than routine tidying. It may not be worth it if the ...

Stainless steel pots, pans, and silverware are highly coveted because of their durability; when properly maintained, kitchenware made of this metal alloy can last a lifetime and beyond. But the ...

The kitchen sink is a hotspot for some of our messiest daily tasks, so it's hardly surprising that it's susceptible to becoming rather grubby. A swift scrub after doing the washing up can help ...

Many homes in the U.S. have hard water, meaning most of us are fighting mineral buildup in our bathrooms, whether we realize it or not. But with the right techniques and products, those pesky white ...

Eventually, you probably will stain your gorgeous new marble countertops. To delay the inevitable, keep a soft rag handy. This kitchen was designed by Claire Thompson. Andrew Welch The trend of marble ...

Sweat and food stains can ruin your favorite clothes. But bleaching agents such as hydrogen peroxide or dry-cleaning solvents that remove stains aren’t options for all fabrics, especially delicate ...

Toilet stains are the most unappealing sight that can instantly ruin the mood, and they bring germs. No matter how diligently and dedicatedly you clean the toilet, there is one reason it is a daunting ...

Dear Heloise: M.W. in California said she straps her cross-body purse into a shopping cart so that no one could steal it without taking the cart. I was shopping not long ago. There were a few grocery ...