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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The 6 Best Kitchen Island Carts of 2025

These handy kitchen island carts add extra storage and prep space to any kitchen.


A Guide to Laundry Symbols: Find Out What Those Washing Symbols Mean

You know those hieroglyphic-like laundry symbols on clothing labels? They relay important cleaning information. Here's what they mean and how to...


You Can Use Dishwasher Tablets to Clean Your Toilet—Here’s How

There's nothing better than learning a good cleaning hack that's as easy as it is effective.


Your Holiday Cleaning Schedule & Checklist

Getting ready for the holidays? We put together the ultimate cleaning list.


How to Clean Every Kitchen Item and Appliance

When it comes to cleaning appliances, we've got you covered. Find out how to clean every large and small appliance...


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How to Clean a Cast Iron Skillet

Can you use soap on cast iron? We break down just how to clean a cast iron skillet and address...


11 Must-Have Organization Gifts

Shopping for someone who's never seen a bin they didn't want to label? We've got you covered. The organizer in...


Molekule Air Purifier Review: This Appliance Eliminates Even the Toughest Kitchen Odors

A Molekule air purifier removes odors, viruses, mold, dander and pollutants from the air—and it'll make your kitchen safer and...

How to Keep Your Instant Pot Sealing Ring Smelling Fresh

Your Instant Pot sealing ring is surprisingly easy to keep fresh and clean. Here's what to do!


How to Use Laundry Pods the Right Way

Trust us, learning how to use Tide Pods will make your laundry game infinitely easier.


How to Clean a Keurig Coffee Maker (Because Yours Probably Needs It!)

Get the most out of your single-serve coffee maker—and enjoy the best-tasting coffee—by learning how to clean a Keurig.


What Are Swedish Dishcloths?

You're going to wonder how you ever lived without Swedish dishcloths in your life.


20 Products That Will Make You Want to Wash Dishes (Really!)

These dishwashing gadgets and products will make you actually like doing the dish chores.


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We Tested 11 Brands: These Are the Best Hand Soap Options

What's the best hand soap for your kitchen? We tested 11 popular brands and found the best antibacterial, moisturizing, natural...


What Is a Roomba Cover and Why Do You Need One?

A Roomba cover prevents robot vacuums from scratching baseboards and furniture legs. And some of them are pretty cute, too!


How to Remove Gum from Almost Anything

It's difficult to remove sticky chewing gum—but not impossible! Here's how to get gum out of clothes, carpet and hair...


Dishwasher Not Draining? This Is How to Fix It

Dishwasher not draining? Standing water and dirty dishes aren't fun. Here's how to fix your appliance in no time!

How to Remove Crayon from Just About Anything

Did your kids decide to turn the walls or furniture into a sketchbook? Don't worry—there are some tried-and-true methods for...


If You See Black Slime on a Faucet, This Is What It Is

That black slime is gross, but it's ultimately harmless.


Dishwasher Tablet Not Dissolving? Here’s What It Means

You might be able to fix the problem yourself!


If You Have Frost in Your Freezer, This is What it Means

Freezer frost isn't just unsightly. It can impact food quality, cause a nasty odor and even weaken your freezer's efficiency....


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The Best Dish Drying Rack, According to Our Test Kitchen

Doing dishes by hand? You need the best dish drying rack to keep your dinnerware in order after a good...


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Can You Use Dishwasher Tablets to Clean the Shower?

Your dishwasher tablets are tough on soap scum, too.

This Tile Floor Cleaning Hack Uses Baking Soda—and It Works Like Magic

Add baking soda, hydrogen peroxide and elbow grease together, and what do you get? A sparkling kitchen!


10 Kitchen Drawer Organizers You Need to Have

Cluttered drawers got you down? Find a perfect spot for every gadget, utensil and tool with these unique kitchen drawer...


How Much Laundry Detergent Should You Use, Actually?

Use this laundry detergent measuring hack to save your clothes—and your washing machine.


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Our Pros Found the Best Mop for Your Home

Our cleaning pros found the best mop for cleaning your home (including the best mop for hardwood floors!). Find out...


The Ultimate Room-by-Room Fall Cleaning Checklist

It's been a long summer—so it's time to clean up the house for fall. This fall cleaning checklist will help...


10 Unexpected Ways to Use Apple Cider Vinegar Around the House

Apple cider vinegar is for more than just your health. Find out these helpful ways to use apple cider vinegar...