Welcome to How To Do Anything Properly, a monthly column where we break down all the tips, tricks and products you need to tackle a complicated task. So you’ve found yourself overcome with the ...

Deep cleaning a house goes beyond your usual daily tidying and dusting. Instead, it's about scrubbing every nook and cranny around your home to remove built-up or forgotten dirt, dust, and grime. For ...

It may seem as though simply running a mop over any hardwood floor should suffice when it comes to cleaning it, but to really maintain and preserve their appearance, removing dirt and stains and ...

When it comes to spring-cleaning, you’ve got to be prepared and organized before you embark on the endeavor that is getting every room in your house spick and span. Read: You’ll need a thorough spring ...

If you're anything like me, cleaning the house takes you so long that you kind of just…. don't do it at all, and then, spend three entire days deep cleaning every month or so when you finally cannot ...

Marble floors can make a statement in your home, but this natural stone requires high-end care. Here's how to clean marble floors and preserve their classic good looks. Our editors and experts ...

Delphine Farmer is a professor of chemistry at Colorado State University. When wildfire smoke turns the air brown and hazy, you might think about heading indoors with the windows closed, running an ...

Hardwood floors bring warmth and beauty to any home. Not only do they look great against furniture and decor, but hardwood flooring is fairly easy to clean and maintain, even in high-traffic areas.

Laminate is a popular flooring material, but cleaning it requires special care. Learn how to clean laminate floors the right way with these expert tips. Our editors and experts handpick every product ...