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The 6 Hidden Strengths of Being a Messy Person
Why do neat freaks get all the credit? Messy people have the edge: they're relaxed, flexible, and possibly more intelligent.
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7 Simple Solutions for Tough Stains
No need to cry over spilled ink or coffee! Just try these laundering strategies to save your favourite garment from...
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Where to Take Your Unwanted Household Items
Eager to get rid of the unwanted household items you've collected while spring cleaning? This handy guide tells you where...
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5 Simple Tips to Organize Every Room in Your Home
Overwhelmed by spring cleaning? Here, experts share strategies to bust clutter and organize your home, one room at a time.
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Genius Uses for Baby Wipes You Never Thought to Try
Forget wiping baby bums! Create scent sachets, clean your pet, craft a travel jewelry box, and more.
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8 Common Items That Remove Blood Stains
Wondering how to remove blood stains? Work as quickly as possible with these household items to save your soiled clothes.
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4 Things You Should Never Flush Down the Toilet
Thought it was safe to flush this common household trash? Think again! Here are four things that should be tossed...
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How to Clean Christmas Ornaments of Every Kind
Holiday decorations become treasured family heirlooms, evoking memories of Christmas past. They can also become incredibly filthy after spending 11...
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9 Clever Home Organizing Hacks
These creative storage and organization tips will help you cut down on clutter and straighten up the messiest spots in...
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How to Downsize Your Stuff for a Move
Moving to a smaller space? Here are tips on how to decide what to keep and what to toss when...
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7 Ways to Support Non-Profits Without Opening Your Wallet
Ridding yourself of clutter can be a great opportunity to give back to your community. Every time you donate your...
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14 Tips to Stop Closet Clutter
Is clutter taking over your closets? These simple steps will help you create instant space.
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How to Clean Up Your Kids’ Clutter Creatively
It seems like a never-ending struggle to find practical ways to keep kids puzzle pieces from landing in the same...
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Here’s Why and How to Part with Stuff that Creates Clutter
It's lurking in your basement, your garage, and in the furthest recesses of your closet. If you're not careful, it...
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9 Fun (and Charitable!) Ways to Get Your Family to De-Clutter
They say a de-cluttered space leads to a de-cluttered mind. It's also a great opportunity to teach children the value...
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9 Ways to Encourage Kids to Give Up Old Toys
Your kids haven't used their toys in ages, but are still reluctant to give them to charity. Here's how to...
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5 Creative Ways to Contain Clutter
Bring order to scattered household items with these inspired ideas.
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4 Ways to Spot a Good Dry Cleaner
The quality of work varies drastically from one dry cleaner to another. If you're considering taking your clothes to an...
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8 Surprising Laundry Secrets
From treating collar stains to keeping your jeans in impeccable shape, here are eight indispensable laundry secrets.
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13 Cleaning Tips You’ve Never Heard of
Clean your bathroom, kitchen and floors with these affordable, do-it-yourself cleaning tricks. Chances are you never even heard of these...
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7 Secret Kitchen-Cleaning Tips
Clean your coffee pots, mugs, sink and more with these handy kitchen-cleaning secrets.
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10 Tricks for Cleaning Your Cookware
Remove water spots, keep silverware shining and make sure your finest crystal looks like a million bucks with these no-fail...
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5 DIY Remedies for Furniture Water Rings
Remove the toughest water rings from your wood furniture using simple household ingredients and a little elbow grease.
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10 DIY Mirror Cleaner Tips
These terrific DIY mirror cleaning tips guarantee clean bathroom mirrors, glass tables and fireplace doors with ease.
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DIY Wall Cleaner and Cleaning Tips
Stick it to grime, stains and scuffs with our ultimate do-it-yourself guide to floor cleaning and DIY wall cleaner.
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10 Ways to Spring Clean Like a Pro
No one looks forward to spring-cleaning. But think how much better your house will feel when it's done! Here are...
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10 House Cleaning Home Remedies
Ditch expensive cleaners and head for the vinegar, lemon and bleach, because we've found 10 home remedies guaranteed to make...
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12 Essential Laundry Tips and Tricks
Remove stains and tackle the toughest laundry tasks with this no-fail guide to essential laundry tips and tricks.
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5 Surprisingly Quick Cleaning Projects
Short on time, and trying to get your home in ship-shape? Make a regular routine of these easy cleaning projects...