Dishwashing tablets have more use and benefits than just cleaning your dishes, and you would be surprised by the many hacks you can try with this. There are a couple of tricks that you can do to help clean your kitchen and even your appliances that you can learn in this video tutorial by Smart Fox on YouTube.

3 Cleaning Tricks with Dishwashing Tabs

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When was the last time you did laundry and thought to yourself, "Wouldn't it be great if...?" Well, the folks at LG and other major appliance brands have been thinking the same thing. They've been tweaking the designs of their newest washers to make them more accessible, smarter and more energy efficient. The latest LG washers can even sense the type of fabrics you want to clean and then adjust settings and detergent amounts.Some of the latest machines also offer faster washing times (often under 30 minutes), remote control via your smartphone -- even a new concave front on top-loading...

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Cleaning the toilet is no one’s favorite job. It is a nasty necessity to maintain proper hygiene and clean bathrooms. Ensure the job is done well using some of these tips and tricks. Most of them eliminate the need for using harsh chemicals. Electric Drill Toilet Cleaning. Using an...

Toilet Cleaning Tips and Tricks You’ll Wish You Knew

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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. What if you’ve been misdirecting your decluttering energy and overlooking entire swaths of items because you didn’t realize they were clutter culprits?

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We’ll say it: The dishwasher is one of the greatest inventions of modern times. You load food-covered silverware and scraped dirty dishes in the machine, pop a detergent pod in the proper place, and they emerge sparkling. What’s not to love about it? They are a huge improvement over standing over a sink handwashing dinner plates.

15 Surprising Items You Can Actually Clean In The Dishwasher

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Double-check that these items are all turned off before jet setting for the summer

5 Appliances You Should Always Unplug Before Going on Vacation to Avoid Surges and "Vampire" Energy Drains

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From sleeping with wet hair to sharing your bed with your pets, experts warn that these bad habits could be making our sleep space unsanitary

You need to ditch these 4 bad habits that are making your bed dirty

I love summer, but one thing I don’t like about this season is the amount of mosquitoes roaming around our house. I get mosquito bites on my whole body, and they are very itchy. We have an outdoor kitchen that we always use, and whenever I use it, I always get mosquito bites. The sudden rainfall also doesn’t help our situation since these pesky insects breed in any standing water. They can quickly multiply and cause us more trouble.

How to Burn Coffee Grounds to Get Rid of Mosquitoes

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Keeping a fresh and comfortable home isn’t just about cleaning—it’s also about knowing when to replace everyday items. Chances are you're well aware of these common household items you should be replacing more frequently than you are, but life takes over and they get pushed down the list. Many of us are guilty of holding onto items way past their prime. Some of these, however, can affect our health and comfort. So, here’s a look at some of the things in your house you're probably not replacing often enough and why it’s time to make a change.

Common Household Items You Should Replace Regularly, But Probably Aren’t

New bed sheets are always a luxury we can't wait to sleep on. If you're like us, you can't wait to pull out your new sheets, make your bed, and get a good night's sleep (once you've narrowed down your favorite bed sheet type, of course). But, according to laundry...

Should You Wash New Sheets Before Using Them? We Asked a Laundry Expert

You've embraced the classic self-care tradition of ordering a large, everything pizza from your favorite local joint as a way to unwind after a stressful week. Despite your best efforts, you still end up with a refrigerator full of leftovers. You don't want to let them go to waste, but getting that perfect crust and close-to-fresh bite again can prove incredibly challenging: The crust is too soggy, the cheese gets too crispy, and the toppings just aren't ideal even after some time in the oven. But with a little kitchen know-how, you can reheat your pizza with the help of water for the closest-to-fresh bite possible.

A Spoonful Of Water Is Your Secret Weapon For Reheating Pizza

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Do you know anyone who has dual nature? Such two-faced zodiac signs are friendly but they gossip about others behind their backs. They can lie to you without batting an eyelid. However, detecting a two-faced person isn’t easy for everyone. They often compliment their friends when they achieve a goal or change their wardrobe. But they will make negative remarks about you to someone else. What other traits do two-faced people have?

3 Zodiac Signs Who Are Two-Faced

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If your kitchen countertops are being overrun with clutter, IKEA has an affordable, practical, and stylish solution to free up some of your space.

The Popular IKEA Item That Frees Up Extra Kitchen Countertop Space In Style

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Accidentally staining something is up there with some of the worst feelings in the world. It’s an inconvenience, no doubt, but even the most precarious can’t avoid ever spilling a drink on their carpet. The solution? Having a go-to tool that you can count on to remove stains efficiently without scrubbing the entire day away. Our favorite reliable option when it comes to cleaning stained surfaces is the Shark StainStriker Portable Stain Remover and its included accessories and formulas. Best of all, QVC has the Shark StainStriker on sale for $90 (regularly $138) until June 24.

This Portable Carpet Cleaner Is a Game-Changer for Heavy Stains and Odors—and It’s on Sale

A complete "backyard cooking set" often has two things: A grill for those beautifully charred thick steaks, ribs, or kebabs, and a smoker for slow-cooking something fragrant and tender like smoked pulled pork. Getting both, however, will put a serious dent in your wallet, especially if you're after the latest and greatest models. Here's the good news for the budget-minded pit masters out there: Your grill can also turn into a smoker in a pinch.

The Hack To Turn Any Grill Into A Smoker

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California regulators just stopped AT&T from pulling the plug. California’s Public Utilities Commission on June 20 rejected AT&T’s application to stop providing landlines and other services in areas where there is no other option.

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Love Good Housekeeping and want more of our Triple-Tested recipes, home tips, fashion inspiration, essential consumer advice and so much more delivered to your inbox? Sign up to our FREE weekly newsletters, sit back and enjoy!. We use our electric toothbrush every morning and night, but when was the last...

How to clean an electric toothbrush and why it's important

Paper towels are a staple in almost every household, known primarily for their role in cleaning up spills and messes. However, their utility extends far beyond the kitchen. These versatile, handy sheets can be used in several ways that you might not have considered. From practical solutions for everyday problems to clever tricks that save time and effort—all you will need is these clever hacks from Joy Home Remedies.

15 Paper Towel Hacks You Need To Know

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EVERYONE wants a clean and tidy home, which is why so many of us spend hours buffing and scrubbing every surface possible. This is especially the case if we’ve got small children or pets at home. But now experts are warning that there is such a thing as a house being “too clean”. Most people […]

I’m a cleaning whizz and you’re scrubbing your home too much – it’s totally overboard, you’re wasting your time

Whether you're planning on whipping up some creamy mashed potatoes or a simple herbed salad, boiling the potatoes first to soften them up is an essential part of these recipes. So, if you're feeling rushed, you might want to pick a different side dish, because boiling takes both time and patience.

Why You Should Always Start Potatoes In A Pot Of Cold Water

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13 Mistakes Everyone Makes While Loading A Dishwasher

Does anyone actually like washing dishes? Doing the dishes is a standard household task, but it's also one that never seems to end, especially if you...

13 Mistakes Everyone Makes While Loading A Dishwasher

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