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There’s no place like home—especially when it’s in tip-top shape. We’ve rounded up the best cleaning and organizing tricks, affordable decor ideas, DIY hacks, and more. Warning: Once you’ve got everything just the way you want it, you may never want to leave!

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How to Clean Every Type of Floor Quickly and Easily

With these expert-recommended techniques and tools, cleaning floors is a cinch. Here's what you need to know about wood, marble,...



8 Best Closet Systems to Organize Your Space in 2023

A closet system can transform your jumbled mess of a closet into an efficient storage space. Here are the best...


How to Clean Laminate Floors So They Shine

Laminate is a popular flooring material, but cleaning it requires special care. Learn how to clean laminate floors the right...

How to Clean Oven Racks Quickly and Easily

Find out what cleaning pros say are the best ways to get your oven racks clean and sparkling


How to Care for a Fiddle Leaf Fig

Fiddle leaf figs are popular and generally easy to care for, making them a great fit for anyone looking to...

6 Indoor Plant Lighting Tips to Help Your Plants Thrive

Light is a plant's lifeblood—even though bright, direct sun isn't always the way to go. Thankfully, this guide to indoor...


How to Care for a Jade Plant

Jade plant care is super simple, making this beauty the ideal beginner plant


How to Care for Snake Plants

Want a houseplant but not sure you have a green thumb? Choose a hard-to-kill plant, like a snake plant. Here's...

I Tried Cozy Earth Sheets and Haven’t Battled Night Sweats Since

We reviewed the internet-famous Cozy Earth sheets and were shocked by how effectively they solved a common sleep problem.


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How to Get Rid of Fungus Gnats

Get rid of the pesky bugs once and for all with these easy and affordable solutions


How to Get Rid of Aphids

Sluggish growth? Yellowed, crinkled or sticky leaves? Aphids may be the culprit.


The 5 Best Washer and Dryer Brands, According to Experts

In the market for some new appliances? These are the best washer and dryer brands around.


How to Care for Spider Plants

These hanging beauties are easy to look after, and they even grow their own family. Here's what to know about...

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19 Plants That Are Poisonous to Dogs

Listen up, pet parents! Your home may have poisonous plants for dogs, and it's time you made some smart plant...


What Is a Wildfire, and How Do You Prepare for One?

Knowledge is your best defense against a wildfire—and this information could save your life


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15 Tall Indoor Plants to Add to Your Home

Tall indoor plants add depth, height and texture to any room


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21 Small Indoor Plants for Apartment Dwellers

You don't need a green thumb—or a ton of space—for these compact beauties to brighten up your home


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How to Organize Your Refrigerator—and Keep It That Way

Once you follow our expert tips for fridge organization, yours will never get messy again


9 Ways to Prepare for a Tornado Right Now

Learn how to prepare for a tornado so you're ready when the next one strikes


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12 Plant Watering Tips: How Often and How Much to Water Houseplants

Be flexible, and let the soil guide when your plants need a drink


Black Friday Mattress Deals for the Best Night’s Sleep You’ve Ever Had

Don't sleep on these mattress deals—shop now and save as much as $900!


How to Clean Every Type of Couch

Learning how to clean a couch is easier than you might think—as long as you follow these expert-approved instructions

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The 6 Best Refrigerator Brands, According to Appliance Experts

In the market for a new fridge? These top-rated refrigerator brands are reliable, innovative and tailored to your family’s needs.


Caring for My Mother’s Plants Is Helping Prepare Me for a Life Without Her

Sometimes I hate caring for my mother's plants, but I know they'll be a source of comfort in the future


Why Houseplants Are Better Than Dogs

Keeping my leafy roommates alive is my ideal way to be a caregiver


How Long Will Food Last in the Fridge Without Power?

Follow these expert tips when there's a power outage, and you can save the food in your fridge—and save yourself...


How Often Should You Wash Your Jeans?

Yes, there is a correct number! Here’s what experts say about how frequently you should wash jeans to keep...


10 Best Bed Quilts for Cozier Nights

These cozy bed quilts are the ideal blend of traditional comfort and modern style.