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The Trick to Making Carved Pumpkins Last Longer

Expert tips on how to keep your jack-o’-lantern shining bright until Halloween night

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This Is Why You Should Put Aluminum Foil in Your Dishwasher

Say goodbye to dull silverware with this TikTok hack!


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23 Things You Should Be Cleaning with a Toothbrush

Most of us clean using sponges, cloths, dusters, vacuums, etc., but sometimes your most effective tool is sitting right in...


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8 Secret Ingredients You Should Be Adding to Your Laundry

Don't toss in a laundry pod and think you're done. These surprising additions can get rid of tough stains, boost...


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You’ve Been Putting Garbage Bags in the Wrong Way—Here’s How

This TikTok hack teaches you the right way to get a garbage bag in the can. We can't believe we've...

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25 Brilliant Uses for Hydrogen Peroxide You Probably Never Knew About

Turns out, this medicine cabinet staple is the holy grail for your household needs.


13 Clever Uses for Paper Towels

Paper towels to the rescue! These home tips will have you reaching for the roll every time you're in a...

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65 Truly Extraordinary Uses for Household Staples You Already Own

Reader’s Digest thoroughly vetted these genius tricks so you can finish chores, make repairs, and clean messes in a breeze.


10 Unexpected Ways You Never Thought to Use Your Vacuum Cleaner

Use your vacuum cleaner to make your home smell amazing, get rid of carpet dents, and deodorize smelly couch cushions.


30 Pieces of Random Trivia That Might Just Come in Handy

Not only are these bits of random trivia fascinating, they also might come in handy from time to time.


18 Clever Uses for Milk (Besides Drinking It)

From fixing cracked china to soothing dry skin—milk's many uses make it an item you'll always want in the house!


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This Clever Hack Will Keep Your Car Windows from Fogging Up

With the help of three ordinary materials, you won't have to worry about this annoyance anymore.


20 Problem-Solving Uses for Club Soda

Think club soda is just a beverage or a stain remover? Think again!


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How to Defrost Your Windshield in Less Than Five Minutes

Beat the winter frost with this simple solution.

Can Drinking Water Before Chopping Onions Keep You from Crying? We Tested This and 5 Other Methods

From chewing gum to lighting a candle, it's time to figure out which of these myths about onion waterworks are...


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How to Clean Your Shower Curtain and Liner

Don’t throw out those stained and mildewy items just yet! It’s easier than you think to clean a shower curtain...