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Things You Should Never Vacuum With a Regular Vacuum Cleaner
You can clean some unexpected things with a vacuum, and some people use them to clean up virtually anything. But there are things you should avoid vacuuming — especially if you have a basic vacuum cleaner. Here are the ones to watch out for.
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The Best Ways to Clean All Your Sweaty Sports and Exercise Gear
Spring is a prime time for exercise. Kids are hitting the soccer and baseball fields and adults are trying to cram in as many pre-summer gym sessions as possible. You should incorporate your athletic gear into this year’s big spring cleaning, but sometimes that’s easier said than done. How do you safely (and effectively) wash protective…
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Dutch Doors, Laundry Chutes, and Other Old-Fashioned Home Features You Should Still Use Today
I grew up in a densely-populated city in the Northeast, about as far from rural life as you can get. Running around as a kid, I remember seeing some older homes having these weird little posts out in front on the footpath, usually with a tiny horse head on top. For a long time I…
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You Need a Mesh Laundry Bag for Your Dishwasher
You know those small bags you can use in the washing machine for underwear and other delicates? You can use them in your dishwasher, too. Think of all the smaller items you find yourself fishing for at the end of every cycle — they could all be contained in a mesh bag and still be…