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5 things to clean in July 2025 – enjoy a beautiful, sunny, and sanitized space, both indoors and out

Professional cleaners share their tasks to tick off this month

Homes & Gardens

Expert shares gross reason why you should never sleep on new bed sheets without washing them first

We asked the experts why you should never sleep on brand new bed sheets straight out of the packaging, plus tips on how to wash them effectively.

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How to Wash a Weighted Blanket — 4 Methods You Need for a Soft and Cozy Throwover

Keep your blanket in pristine condition with this easy-to-follow washing guide

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How to Clean Wine Glasses — 4 Simple Steps and Expert Tips to Sparkling Stemware

Get your glasses dinner party-ready — and help them stay that way

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The Nightmare After Christmas! 3 Expert Tricks for Getting Glitter Out of Your Carpet

Just like some guests, specks of glitter are notorious for outstaying their welcome...

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7 expert-approved cleaning resolutions pros swear by for an easy-to-manage home in 2025

These New Year's resolutions will make your home unrecognizable a year from now

Homes & Gardens

How to Clean Placemats — From Wood to Wool, Here's How to Keep Them Looking Good As New

Don't let grubby placemats ruin your dinner party aesthetic — make sure yours stay spick and span effortlessly with this cleaning guide

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How to Clean Granite Countertops — Cleaning Experts' Go-To 5-Step Method for Gleaming Counters

This guide is all you need to approach your grimy countertops and banish any stubborn stains in sight

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How to Remove Stains from Upholstery — A Foolproof Method to Ensure Your Furniture Is Refreshed in Time for Hosting Season

Don't let bothersome blemishes take away from the immaculate vibes of your home. Bookmark this guide so it's at your beck and call in a fix

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Goodbye Spice and Hello Subtle Sweetness — You Should Use These 10 Festive Scents Within Your Home and Here's Why

QVC is the place to be for your seasonal fragrances, and here's a must-have list chosen by a designer for all your household needs

Livingetc

I've Been Meaning to Clean My Sheepskin Rug for Ages — This Technique Is the Best Way to Do It

Sheepskin rugs look like one of the more difficult textiles to clean in your home once they get dirty, but this technique will get the job done

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How to Dry Laundry Quickly Indoors — 9 Things You Can Do If You Don't Have a Dryer

No dryer? No worries! We spoke to the professionals to find out how you can dry your washing ASAP

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How to clean your washing machine detergent drawer – 5 steps to a satisfying reset

Get yours sparkling and freshen your laundry by banishing mold and mildew

Homes & Gardens

6 mistakes that ruin clothes when washing colors – and how to swerve these bloopers for a superior wash

Stay away from these six laundry mistakes to preserve your clothes and linens

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Should you clean every day? Pro house cleaners reckon it will limit stress but here's how to avoid the pitfalls

Learn which things to clean daily and what to leave for a bigger cleaning task

Real Homes

How to clean an air conditioner unit in 5 easy steps, according to the pros

Learn how to clean an air conditioning unit to remove trapped dust, debris, and pollen. Cleaning experts and tech pros weigh in on the best method

Real Homes

My favorite method for getting odors out of gym clothes — it works every time

I use this simple method to get odors out of gym clothes and it works every time. See the cleaning product I use to remove nasty smells

Real Homes

How to get pee smells and stains out of clothes, in just 4 simple steps

Want to know how to remove urine smells and stains from your beloved garments? Cleaning pros explain everything you need to know

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Things to clean in July – 6 summer spots that need attention

These six things all need your attention in July, professional cleaners urge

Homes & Gardens

How to sanitize and disinfect a washer and dryer–options for cleaning the drums, doors and more

Keeping your washer and dryer hygienic and clean is as important as cleaning the rest of your space – so don’t neglect this job

Homes & Gardens

6 rug cleaning mistakes pros are urging you to avoid – and why they are so damaging

Get your floors super clean without the risk of damage by avoiding these six rug cleaning mistakes

Homes & Gardens

How to use baking soda in laundry – tips and tricks from the experts

More commonly used as a baking ingredient, baking soda can actually be invaluable when it comes to laundry

Homes & Gardens

How to clean wrought iron – 5 steps for perfectly maintained metal

From furniture to fencing to decor, this simple approach to cleaning wrought iron removes and prevents rust

Homes & Gardens

How to make upholstery smell nice for spring and summer – seasonal scent secrets from experts

Professional cleaners explain how to make your upholstery smell nice for spring and summer to help layer home fragrance and make your home smell seasonal

Real Homes

Checklist for moving into a first house — everything you need to make your new place feel like home

Looking for a checklist for moving into a first house? We've rounded up plenty of useful buys and things you'll need to get set-up in your new abode

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