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Plumber Justin Cornforth says you shouldn't use vinegar and baking soda to unblock drains - and he's shared his go-to method for unclogging sinks

Plumber reveals best natural way to unblock drains and says 'don't use vinegar or baking soda'

Since 1970, Irish Spring soap has been a staple in households worldwide. Strangely enough, Colgate-Palmolive created it in Germany—not in Ireland, as many believe—and the brand found its way to the United States in 1972. The soap gained popularity thanks in part to commercials featuring scenes of Ireland’s countryside and catchy slogans. Apart from its marketing tactics, Irish Spring was also the pioneer of deodorant soaps, meaning it left skin feeling squeaky clean and smelling fresh.

7 Surprising Uses for Irish Spring Soap Around the House

Real Simple

Don't kick the can! Here's your cleaning plan to get rid of bad odors.

How to Clean All the Trash Cans Inside—and Outside—of Your Home So They Smell Fresh

Open the door of your washing machine and get a whiff of rotten eggs or something else not so fresh? You may have mold or mildew growing inside your washer. Don't panic. Mold can thrive in warm, humid summer days. All you have to do is give your entire clothes washer a once-over, and then go to work checking its crevices for the offending growth.

Get Rid of Mold in Your Washing Machine Fast With These Simple Steps

House Digest

If you're hoping to maintain a nice and healthy septic tank, then it's important to choose the right type of toilet paper. Here are a few options.

The Best Toilet Paper For A Healthy Septic Tank With Less Clogs

Dengarden

Carpenter Shares Why Laminate Floors Should Never Be Installed in Bathrooms

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"They accidentally gave us 2 washers and a dryer when we only ordered 1 of each". Last month, Lowe’s experienced a glitch that lowered the price of its $2,300 Midea jumbo capacity refrigerator to just $169.

‘Lowe’s messed up’: Shopper says they got $2,300 fridge at Lowe’s for just $169

Cleaning the toilet can be dreadful. It’s a task we often put off until the weekend or right before last-minute guests arrive. Though cleaning your bathroom can be a pain, there’s many toilet bowl cleaners that can make the task a bit easier—and we’ve tested them.

The 6 Best Toilet Bowl Cleaners of 2024, Tested and Reviewed

Dollar Tree is jammed with deals, but are you taking full advantage of the homeware aisles? TikTok reveals the top underrated steals to stop overlooking.

Underrated Dollar Tree Items You Should Stop Overlooking, According To TikTok

Pros share how to eliminate odors from a damp basement, plus surprising sources contributing to the stink.

How to Get Rid of That Musty Smell in Your Basement in 6 Steps

Mold smells are unpleasant but common in many homes. Moldy food in the fridge, damp laundry left in the dryer, or a leaky pipe could be to blame. These smells can be an early warning sign and a danger, as some mold can trigger allergic reactions and respiratory problems. Here are effective strategies to get rid of mold smells in your home, plus practical tips to prevent mold from coming back.

How to Get Rid of Mold Smells in Your Home

Tom's Guide

Our tried and tested tips for removing coffee and tea stains from a mattress and leave it looking and smelling like new.

How to quickly get coffee and tea stains out of a mattress

Consistent low effort upkeep on your glass shower door will leave it in pristine condition for years to come. Be cautious of what types of cleaning products and materials you use on your shower door. Update the pieces of your shower door that do wear down over time to maintain...

How to Care for Your Glass Shower Doors

If there is rusty, brownish water coming out of your tap, the problem may be bigger than you think. We take you through what to do to solve this issue.

Here's What It Means If Your Hot Water Is Rust-Colored (It Can Be A Big Warning Sign)

Real Homes

Wondering how to make a homemade bug spray? Our industry experts provide a simple step-by-step guide, with key ingredients and top tips.

How to make a homemade bug spray — repel unwanted intruders with our step-by-step guide

If your morning cup of joe has left your coffee pot stained and looking dull, try this easy cleaning hack to get it sparkling like new again.

Your Stained Coffee Pot Will Shine After Giving This Cleaning Hack A Try

If you're considering an addition to your home, check out this renovation from "Fixer to Fabulous" where the Marrses doubled a home's square footage.

The Fixer To Fabulous Renovation That More Than Doubled A Home's Square Footage

There are tons of decluttering hacks out there - you might have even tried a few. Now the SIMPLE method is all the rage, but does it work?

The SIMPLE Decluttering Method Is All The Rage, But Does It Work?

Getting this one item from Dollar Tree is a simple, cheap way to keep your kitchen's garbage disposal clean. Here's how to use this hack to maintain your sink.

This Dollar Tree Item Is A Game-Changer For A Fresh-Smelling Garbage Disposal

Hostas make beautiful accents to any garden, but unfortunately deer also think they make a tasty snack. Try these tips to keep deer away from your hostas.

The Natural Ingredients You Can Use To Keep Your Blackstone Griddle Clean

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