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Cleaning those crusty oven racks is one of those cleaning jobs that rarely, if ever, gets done. It also gets the kitchen and bathroom...

I love to cook, but getting burnt food from pots and pans can be a tricky task. Tamara asks: What’s the best way to clean super...

The other day I was standing in my kitchen after we had eaten dinner (I get to rest while my husband cleans up), and...

Sad Lookin' Silver We all have that tangled lump of silver jewelry sitting in a drawer, basket or box somewhere.  I recently came across mine and...

If you've seen these little pink egg-like sponges everywhere, it's for good reason. Beautyblender sponges are amazing for foundation application. People (including me!) love them...

As the first day back gets closer, we've decided to share a few more back to school cleaning tips with all of you. Desk Cleaning...

My garage had yet to see a car in it, until now. Yes I know, embarrassing, but true. Since we moved into this house over...

I've been going through one heck of a kitchen renovation, and it's pretty much done (yay!).  I am so pleased with the results, and...

There are some things I'm going to keep to myself, but one thing I'm willing to go entirely public with is my pure disdain...

Garage cleaning. Just hearing those two words makes me shudder. I would rather clean anything – ANYTHING – before tackling my garage. But if we...

The summer brings about hot weather, and hot weather brings about all kinds of adorable open toe shoes, which brings about a need to keep...

When I see a young girl at play, I remember how fun and freeing that experience was for me. The world is hers -...

Costume jewelry, so pretty and usually cheaper than the real thing. I love it! What I don’t love is when it turns funky colors...

Earlier this year we made a video about cleaning your room and in 7 short months, it has garnered over 250,000 views and more...

Cleaning doesn't really come naturally for kids, does it? It sure didn't for me.  So it's no surprise that we get asked about the best ways...

It's true, I love a good DIY cleaning recipe. It's also true that not everyone likes the smell of vinegar—which happens to be at...