Category: cleaning

Impressive Views: Window Cleaning Made Easy

Let there be light—through windows that are spotless on the inside and out. Boost your curb appeal and make your home’s first impression a sparkling one with these tricks of the trade and DIY hacks. The Right Tools Professional window cleaners make the job look quick and effortless—because they use the right tools. You’ll want…


How to Clean Your Keurig Machine and How Often You Should

While drinking coffee has health benefits, using your Keurig machine daily without routine cleaning and maintenance can lead to awful consequences. It’s essential to clean a Keurig because it can be a health hazard if not cleaned properly. Like any coffee maker (or espresso machine), Keurigs can grow mold if not properly drained, descaled and…


How to Clean Hardwood Floors With Hydrogen Peroxide

The finish on hardwood flooring is neither fragile nor indestructible. Hardwood floors must be cleaned properly using the correct solvent level to protect their beauty and fine finish. Some of us (ahem) have had to learn this truth the hard way. Even though you can’t damage hardwood floors by walking on them, all wood is…


Beyond Wrinkles: Getting the Most Out of Your Iron

When it comes to tasks we’d rather avoid, ironing clothes ranks right up there with paying bills, searching the house for missing keys, and plunging the toilet. What if we told you that we can help you get the job done quicker, with professional-quality results, and add a bit of zen to the experience? We’ll…


Dirt Be Gone! Getting the Most Out of Your Vacuum

Vacuuming is a simple way to keep our homes free of dirt. The problem is that, while we all know the fundamentals, most units today are used just for basic cleaning when they can do so much more. The first step is to buy the right vacuum with the right tools. Crevice, upholstery, ceiling fan,…


How Should I Prep My Pool for Summer?

By Paul F. P. Pogue From Ask Angi   As summer dawns, your pool’s sparkling waters no doubt beckon. But before you dive in, it’s important to awaken your pool from its winter slumber with a few small preparations. You can handle many of these tasks yourself, but a professional pool maintenance company can take…


Backyard Refresh: How to Restore Your Outdoor Furniture

Goodbye, rainy spring; the long, sunny days of summer are here and it’s time to move things outdoors. But what if your backyard furniture isn’t ready? Don’t throw away that weathered wood bench or distressed patio set—revive it! Sometimes the simplest solution is best, and all you need to do is spring clean your summer…


Ask Me Anything: Dip-It for Percolators, Laminate Floors, Unscented Dawn

Growing up in Boise, Idaho (shoutout to all my Gem State readers), my parents had a percolator. I can still hear that coffee pot perking away in the mornings. My mom used something called Dip-It powder to keep the thing clean. That’s a memory that sent me into research mode, prompted by today’s first reader…


How to Clean Painted Walls

Freshly painted walls can instantly brighten up a room, making a dingy space feel cleaner, brighter and more appealing. It’s also a far less expensive option than putting up new drywall or buying new furniture for a room, and for this reason, paint is often the first tool homeowners and renters turn to when looking…


Why Oven Cleaners Are Bad for Your Health

The inside of your oven is among the dirtiest places in your home. This spot has all kinds of food residue and other droppings that get left behind after you’re done cooking the perfect home-cooked meals for your family. And once you use and reuse the oven again, those particles get baked into the sides and surfaces of…