Columbus, OH

Chlorine bleach is an ingredient in many commercial toilet bowl cleaner, thanks to its ability to work as an effective disinfectant and stain remover. It's only natural that you could choose to clean your toilet with solely bleach, if that's what you have on hand. Whether you've run out of...

Should You Use Bleach to Clean a Toilet? We Asked a Cleaning Pro

The Kitchn

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. I thought I had a tiny kitchen in my old apartment — I never thought it could get much smaller. Unfortunately, the kitchen in my new studio has proved me wrong. Only one person can fit in there at a time, and you don’t even have to move to reach the sink, stove, or fridge (all of which are squished within three feet of each other). Don’t get me wrong — I can get by well enough, but there are some sacrifices I’ve had to make. One of the biggest? Forgoing a full-size trash can.

I Had No Room for a Trash Can in My Tiny Kitchen — Until I Found This Clever $26 Solution

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. Like many people, I use a daily shower cleaner after every shower to keep my glass doors free of soap scum and hard water buildup. I also take the extra step of using a squeegee to prevent excess stains. While I thought this homemade daily cleaner of dish soap, vinegar, and water was working fine, I was starting to notice cloudiness on my doors and figured it might be time for a deeper cleaning.

I Tried 5 Methods for Cleaning Glass Shower Doors, and the Winner Surprised Me

Apartment Therapy

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. If you’ve ever had that one thing in your home that’s always bugged you, this post is for you. Now, I love my apartment (I never leave it — just kidding, sorta), and I especially love my kitchen. First, it’s got a window, which is huge in NYC, and second, it’s pretty functional for someone who cooks at least one meal daily. But there’s one thing that’s annoyed me ever since I moved in: the mirror backsplash.

3 Mistakes I Made While Installing My First Peel-and-Stick Backsplash (Don’t Be Like Me!)

Tom's Guide

Finding the right place for your microwave in the kitchen will leave you weighing up many factors from safety, to convenience, to overall design. Here's what the experts have to say about working out the best fit.

The 3 places you should never place a microwave in your kitchen, according to experts

House Digest

For this hack, you'll need to wipe a sponge of soaked vinegar solution along your window sills and door frames. We'll explain the reason why you should do this.

Run A Sponge Of Vinegar Along Windowsills And Door Frames. Here's Why

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. It’s hard to believe that summer is almost over when I’m still having to blast my AC at full power, sweating through my makeup, and doing everything humanly possible to avoid the latest heat wave. However, I’ve increasingly found myself getting ready to embrace the changing leaves, cozy Gilmore Girl rewatches, and refreshingly chilly mornings of fall — and even getting ready to try a new wellness trend to ring in the new season.

“Luften” is the German Fall Ritual You Need to Try ASAP (It Totally Refreshes Your Space!)

Houston, TX

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. After seeing content creator and boutique owner Kalianna Carpenter’s colorful home outside of Houston, I was surprised to learn that one of the first things she loved about the rental house wasn’t related to color.

A Mini Pig, Dog, and Cat Thrive in This Rainbow-Themed Houston House

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. It’s finally that time of year when you start seeing pumpkins everywhere and anywhere. And Target is no exception. The store just released a ton of new pumpkin decor items and it’s going to be really hard to restrain yourself — ahem, myself — from buying every new piece in this collection.

Target Just Dropped the Cutest Fall Decor Items, and You’ll Want 5 of Them

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. Raise your hand if you’ve got a pizza stashed in your freezer right now. Me too. And as someone who lives in “the best pizza neighborhood in New York,” that’s saying a lot. I mean I could easily pick up a fresh slice (or have one delivered) faster than I could preheat my oven.

The New $8 Frozen Pizza I’ll Be Stocking in My Freezer from Here on Out (It Tastes So Gourmet!)

New York City, NY

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. This has been an especially hot summer in New York City, and the two things getting me through it are my air conditioner and my Wonder Oven. The AC keeps my apartment comfortably filled with cool air, of course, while the Wonder Oven lets me cook pretty much anything I want — from roasting to air frying — without warming up my kitchen. This game-changing six-in-one appliance truly lives up to its name, and it’s become my go-to for everyday meal prep, not just in the summer but all year round. Right now, you can score the Wonder Oven on sale for $155 (normally $195) during Our Place’s sitewide Labor Day sale. Let me tell you a bit more about why you should add it to your cart (and your kitchen).

The “Brilliant” 6-in-1 Air Fryer Oven I Use Every Single Day Is on Major Sale for Labor Day

Mental_Floss

The microwave holds a unique place in modern life: we use it all the time, it sometimes makes things blow up, and very few of us can really and truly, hand-on-heart, say we know how it works. So it’s probably not out of the question to assume you haven’t cleaned...

Your Microwave Is Covered With Bacteria—Here’s What to Do About It

If you’ve been holding out on upgrading your home until the Labor Day deals hit, we’re happy to report that the wait is over. This week and next, we’re bringing all the best sales onto your radar and right to your browser. Although some retailers aren’t offering their biggest discounts of the year, others have delivered can’t-miss markdowns. That includes West Elm, whose own Labor Day sale is live with discounts up to 60% off, plus an extra 30% off clearance items when you use code LABORDAY at checkout. Looking through the hundreds of sale picks, we found several favorites, including editor-tested sofas, dining chairs, tables, and more. There are also plenty of decor options to shop, from rugs to lamps. No matter what you’re after, you’ll want to act fast, as select models and colorways are already selling out fast. Without further ado, let’s get into the pieces that’ll make your home infinitely more stylish and efficient in no time.

West Elm Just Dropped Thousands of Home Deals for Labor Day — Shop Our Top Picks

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. If you ask me, it’s never too early to start preparing and decorating for Halloween. Major retailers like Target seem to agree with me, because many are already lining shelves with eye-catching Halloween decor for shoppers to buy to get in the (spooky) spirit. If you’re feeling ready to trade your summer florals for fall Frankensteins, check out Target’s Bullseye’s Playground section immediately.

The Adorable $5 Halloween Ghost Jar I’m Buying at Target ASAP (Before It Sells Out!)

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Yes, you might be doing your laundry wrong. Here's what you need to know.

You Might Want To Think Twice Before Using Laundry Detergent Pods. Here's Why.

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. There are seemingly infinite renter-friendly updates you can make to your kitchen — like hanging prepasted wallpaper on the walls or attaching peel-and-stick wallpaper to your cabinets to make the doors pop. And while these projects have their obvious (and visible) upsides, it’s essential to try to do them correctly the first time around to prevent any major issues in your rental kitchen.

An NYC Rental Kitchen Gets a Personality-Packed Peel-and-Stick Makeover

As a home chef, a bright kitchen is a must. The problem is that I only have one large light fixture in my kitchen, and it's nowhere near big or bright enough to hit the most important spaces, like near my stove or under my kitchen cabinets. You can imagine how difficult it makes cutting and prepping my meals. I talked my husband out of forking over a large amount of money for a new fixture so we could try DiDiSky's Under-Cabinet Light duo instead, and they were by far the easiest and most impactful home upgrade we’ve made to date.

I Bought These Under-Cabinet Lights for Our Dark Kitchen, and Now They're in Almost Every Room

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. It’s no secret that trends come and go, but there’s one “English-inspired” trend that’s making a comeback — and people aren’t too sure about it. According to interior designer Shea McGee of Studio McGee, upper kitchen cabinets no longer have to touch the ceiling to be on-trend and updated, especially if a few stipulations in a space are true.

This Dated, “English-Inspired” Kitchen Cabinet Trend Is So Back for Fall, According to Shea McGee

Keep your spices organized but still within reach by utilizing just one relatively inexpensive shelving item from IKEA that, crucially, isn't even a spice rack.

The IKEA Spice Rack Storage Hack That Keeps Kitchen Countertops Clutter-Free

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. Costco has really been knocking it out of the park with their sofas and couches lately. First, they had a gorgeous ‘70s-inspired couch in the most soothing shade of green. And now, there’s a new sectional that looks like a designer piece, but it’s under $1,000.

Costco Has A Gorgeous Mid-Century Modern-Style Sectional (It’s Such a Steal!)

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I Just Realized You Have to Clean This Secret (and Dirty!) Microwave Compartment — I Had No Idea!

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I Just Realized You Have to Clean This Secret (and Dirty!) Microwave Compartment — I Had No Idea!

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