Got a stubborn zipper? Rub a pencil along it — the graphite lubricates the teeth. And if you want to maximize the juice you get out of oranges and lemons, roll them firmly on the counter a few times...
Sometimes it’s best not to think about how gross our homes can get. But as you give your homes a weekly scrub - down, there’s a good chance you’re missing the grossest spots. In fact, your kitchen —...
Reprinted from BrightNest.com We’ve all heard it time and time again: Soda is bad for our health. But we think it’s a safe bet to assume you’ve got some cans lying around. Instead of chugging the...
Just in time for Valentine’s Day, two recent studies have explored the use of chores to switch on the romance. While scrubbing the tub or watching my significant other throw out the trash has never...
Reprinted from BrightNest.com You probably dabble in dish duty most days, but are you sure you’re doing it right? Is it better to hand-wash those plates or just toss them all in the dishwasher?...
No one enjoys scrubbing away at grime until their arms get tired — so when it comes to cleaning, we love a good trick that simplifies the chore a little. Thankfully, Pinterest had many. Use the...
Always feel like you’re arguing with your significant other over how to split the housework? It’s a frustrating bone of contention that afflicts many a couple, but thanks to this...
Is it just us, or does the Internet seem to have a glut of blogs? There’s a blog for every taste bud, hobby, pastime, outdoor enthusiast and health nut. And there are no shortage of home blogs...
At the end of each year, it’s customary to make a gazillion New Year’s resolutions. And most likely those resolutions will involve something food-related — I will cook more, I will eat less, I will...
Here’s a question: Do you only clean what you can see? If you answered, “Yes” — as did half of the participants in a recent Kenmore survey — then you’re not alone. And you’re also missing out on lots...
