Cleaning & Organizing

Make tidying up feel less like a chore with our best home and kitchen cleaning and organizing advice. We’ve rounded up tips and hacks to help your space feel fresh and new.

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How to Remove Candle Wax

Someone knocked over your three-wick candle? Don't panic, the mess is easier to clean than you might think. Here's how...


How to Use Dryer Sheets to Clean Toilets in No Time Flat

This cleaning hack for using dryer sheets to clean a toilet is something everyone should know. It's about working...


How to Get Candle Wax Out of Carpet

Discovering hot candle wax on the carpet feels like a disaster, but it can easily be removed with the right...


23 Kitchen Counter Organization Ideas From the Pros

The following kitchen counter organization ideas come straight from our Taste Recipes stylists. Rest assured that they're the cleverest—and...


How to Clean Walls Before Painting Any Room in Your House

For professional-looking results, start your DIY painting project with clean walls. Here's what to do.


9 Things Professional Organizers Would Never Throw Out

It's OK to be creative with everything in your home. In fact, when organizing, it's encouraged.


How to Clean Salt Off Your Wood and Laminate Floors

Winter boots making a mess? Here's how to clean salt off wood floors.


25 Things in Your Basement That a Professional Organizer Would Throw Out

Putting random stuff in your basement is easy—deciding what to do with it is hard. Here’s what an expert organizer...

How to Clean a Bathtub with Dish Soap and a Broom

This unusual method cuts right through soap scum.


The 8 Best Glass Food Storage Containers of 2025

It's time to make the switch from plastic to the best glass food storage containers. A professional chef explains why.


How to Put on a Duvet Cover

Once you learn how to put on a duvet cover with this simple trick, you'll never look back again!


This Mop and Bucket Set Has Over 9,000 5-Star Reviews on Amazon

Amazon shoppers are obsessed with how easy it makes cleaning floors.


10 Surprising Ways You Can Use Olive Oil Around the House

When it comes to tackling your chores, olive oil really comes in handy.


If You See White Film on Glassware, This Is What It Means

Here's the simple science behind your cloudy glassware.


Can I Put Aluminum Foil Balls in the Dryer to Reduce Static?

Use aluminum foil for more than wrapping up leftovers. Put crumpled aluminum foil in the dryer to eliminate static!


12 Pretty (and Practical!) Bathroom Organizing Products

Refresh your space with these handy bathroom organization ideas. We found products for over the toilet, under the sink, in...


People Are Obsessed with This Genius $11 KitchenAid Attachment Organizer

It clears clutter and keeps your best KitchenAid attachments within reach at all times.

This Is When to Replace Your Microwave’s Charcoal Filter

You probably don't even know about this hidden microwave part! But if your kitchen often smells like yesterday's dinner, it...


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If You See Black Residue on Your Cast-Iron Skillet, This Is What It Means

The black residue on a cast-iron pan isn't harmful, but it's not appealing either. Here's how to clean it up.


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How to Clean an Air Fryer

Ready to learn how to clean an air fryer? It's a lot easier than you might think! Follow this step-by-step...


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How to Get Rid of Pink Mold in the Shower

Noticing strange pink steaks on your shower walls and floor? This pink mold is common and preventable—tackle it with our...


This Is Why You Should Put Aluminum Foil in Your Dishwasher

Say goodbye to dull silverware with this TikTok hack!


How to Fix Your Stinky Kitchen Trash Can with Baking Soda

Use baking soda to absorb stinky odors and a touch of air freshener to keep the trash can fresh.

How to Clean Up Christmas Tree Needles

The tree's up, the lights are twinkling—but what's the best way to pick up Christmas tree needles littering your floor?


Have Guests Coming? Here’s How to “Clean” Your Home in 30 Minutes or ...

Hosting a get-together comes with a lengthy to-do list, which makes it easy to drop the ball on cleaning your...


How to Get Rid of Trash Can Smell in 10 Seconds (or Less)

You can banish trash can smells for good with this quick and easy trick. No harsh chemicals needed!


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How to Clean a Glass Cooktop and Get Rid of Burnt-On Food

Everyone with a glass stovetop faces the dilemma of wanting to clean the surface but not wanting to scratch it....


How to Clean a Top-Load Washing Machine

This step by step guide will teach you how to clean a top-loading washing machine so your clean clothes always...


12 Pet Hair Removers That Really Work

These gadgets can get rid of that pet hair problem quickly and easily.