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Cleaning pros never do these 10 cleaning tasks in November – here's why they never think it's worth it

You can save time and energy missing these 10 tasks off your to-do lists

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Professional cleaners warn these 13 products are a waste of money – here's why you should stop buying them, and what to get instead

Save your money and your home with these 13 cleaning swaps

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5 Quick Ways to Make Your Guest Bedroom Smell Like the Ritz-Carlton, According to Housekeepers and Scent Experts

We spoke to those in the know to uncover exactly how hotels make their guest suites smell oh-so-good. Here's how to leave a lingering impression

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I wanted my bathroom to smell like a luxury spa and this easy cotton ball hack made it happen – I can't believe how easy it is

You need only two things to try it right now

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11 things that always make your kitchen look cluttered – and what to do with them instead

Cut clutter in your kitchen with these tips from professional cleaners and decluttering experts

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I tried lemon juice to remove stubborn limescale on my faucet – it was so good, I’ll never use shop-bought cleaner on it again

It was amazingly effective at getting rid of hard water stains

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7 ways to freshen a comforter without washing it – for a comfortable and cozy night's sleep

Professional cleaners share their tips for quickly banishing musty odors from your bedding

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7 fall home maintenance tips experts never skip in their own properties

Seven pro steps to maintain your home this fall

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Cleaning pros reveal the 6 products they love and that are actually worth buying during the Amazon Prime Day sale

Take it from the experts – these are the Amazon cleaning products worth buying

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I'm a homes writer and checked 100s of Amazon listings to bring you awesome home fragrance finds from just $7 to keep your home smelling great all winter

The retailer's site is packed with deals on diffusers, fresheners and candles for cozy season and these are my favorites

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I ditched dryer sheets for this 1 cent essential oil dryer hack and loved how expensive-smelling my laundry turned out – you have to try it

My towels and clothing smell so luxurious with lasting geranium notes, and it's all natural

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How to remove mold from upholstery using 2 'miracle' household pantry items

Eliminate mold and prevent it coming back with these expert tips

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Cleaning pros share 11 ways to clean stainless steel pans for a sparkling finish

Our experts know just how to make your pans pop with their ingenious cleaning hacks

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3 surefire ways to steam clothes without a traditional steamer – and they only take minutes

All the benefits, none of the fuss or extra spend

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How to wash Tencel — 7 steps to retain its delicate quality

Expert tips to keep your Tencel laundry in tip-top shape

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How to wash polyester – 7 simple steps from laundry pros

Expert tips to keep your polyester in great shape

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How to wash viscose – 5 steps to keep yours super soft

Retain your fabric's quality with advice from our laundry experts

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7 things people with nice-smelling basements never do

Basements can get musty and stale if you do these things

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How to wash velvet — 6 steps to safely care for this delicate fabric

Expert tips to keep your velvet plush and intact

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11 things people with nice-smelling basements always do – and you can replicate it throughout your home

Follow these expert tips for a fresh-smelling basement

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Bleach vs hydrogen peroxide – pros, cons, differences and when to use each

Is one is better than the other for cleaning? Experts weigh in

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Experts reveal the 7 things you shouldn't bother cleaning during a remodel

Time-sucking tasks the pros avoid

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Clean your home without harming the planet by bringing in these 7 expert tips

Wondering how to clean your home without harming the planet? Follow our cleaning experts' seven handy tips.

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How often should you deep clean your home? Plus top tips from the pros

All you need to know, from ideal cleaning frequency to essential products

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Are you cleaning the dirtiest part of your fridge? Experts warn failing to could lead to eating mold

Your vegetable drawer is the culprit

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