You probably wipe down your fridge’s interior shelving on the regular already, but don’t forget about the rest. Pop out the door shelves and bins, and wash in warm, soapy water to get rid of food bacteria and spillage.
Heating ducts and air conditioning vents, that is. Don’t let these air circulator’s blow dust through your home. Carolyn Forte, director of the GH Institute Cleaning Lab, advises using the soft brush (the one with the bristles) to keep these spaces clean.
After gently chipping off any loose pieces from your range, liberally spritz burnt-on food with ammonia from a spray bottle. Then sprinkle some baking soda and add just a few drops of white vinegar. Let it bubble for a minute or two, then whisk away the grime with a scrub Read more
Honestly, we wouldn’t be surprised if you said you’ve never cleaned this guy – but it’s actually really easy. We suggest you suck out any crumbs or dirt using the crevice tool on your vacuum cleaner. If that doesn’t work, aim a hair dryer at the slots to blow any Read more
Enough with the tomato sauce stains – this trick will make cleaning ’em up easier: Place a 4-cup large microwave-safe bowl with 1 cup of water and a chopped-up lemon, lime, or orange or several tablespoons of vinegar inside. Turn the appliance on high for several minutes or until the Read more
Even the things you avoid at all costs, like pillows and comforters. You only need to clean these items two or three times a year, so they should be at the top of your list during spring cleaning season. But make sure you check the manufacturer’s label before tossing ’em Read more
Cloth or sturdy plastic grocery bags are great alternatives to wasteful plastic, but they’re no different than other fabrics in terms of care. Run your reusable bags through the washer regularly to remove any lingering food bacteria, turning them inside out before you toss them in. Pay attention to the Read more
If you think that nasty red mark is permanent, you’re wrong. Run the cut side of a lemon over the board to remove food stains and smells. Want an extra cleaning oomph? Sprinkle it with salt or baking soda first.
Before you start to notice an odor in your appliance, disinfect it with distilled white vinegar and baking soda. Run the machine with hot water, add the cleaning agents (for top-loading machines, 3 to 4 cups of vinegar to ½ cup of baking soda; for front loading, 1/4 cup of Read more
Stained spaces between your tile are a serious eyesore. To fix that up quick, mix 3/4 cup household chlorine bleach with 1 gallon water. Wear rubber gloves and eye protection. Use a stiff brush to apply to one small area at a time. Be careful not to let the liquid Read more