Cleaning How To & DIY

Soap scum, hard water stains, and pesky streaks can all take away from the neat appearance of a glass shower door. We’ll walk you through how to clean shower doors and prevent stains and grime from building up.

Scuffs, marks, and stains on your walls can make even the cleanest room look shabby. The good news is that you don’t have to go out and buy a special cleaner or any tools for this job. Here’s how to clean painted walls easily.

If you’ve got soot stains on your fireplace’s hearth or brick facade, we’ll walk you through how to clean fireplace brick to get rid of unsightly black discoloration and the smell of smoke.

Although wool rugs can mostly be kept tidy with regular vacuuming, you’ll probably want to give them a more thorough cleaning about once a year. Learn how to clean a wool rug and remove troublesome stains with this quick and handy guide.

Cleaning your popcorn ceiling can be a grimy and time-consuming job, but with these tips, you can safely do it yourself.

Everyone knows marble is beautiful, but it requires some special care to keep clean—namely, mopping up spills immediately and avoiding acidic or abrasive cleansers. Learn how to clean marble in a variety of household locations with our list of tips and tricks.

Read this guide on how to clean upholstery in your home in the most effective way.

Does your toilet tank need a deep clean? Learn how to sanitize it using our simple technique and common household tools.

Stainless steel is a durable finish for kitchen sinks, but it needs frequent care. Here's how to clean a stainless steel sink.

Learn the best techniques for removing grease, burnt-on food, and rust for safe, delicious meals every time you grill.

Regular cleaning will keep your spa in tip-top shape. Read our guide to learn the best practices for cleaning for your hot tub.

Tackle dirt and tarnish to restore the rich, gorgeous gleam of any copper—on cookware, plumbing, and other household items.

Go beyond the weekly dust swipe-and-sweep and gear up for what pros call a "deep cleaning." Read our tips for deep cleaning your living room, bathroom, kitchen and laundry appliances.

Stash your used coffee grounds for these clever household projects.

Learn how to clean your windows like the pros. Follow our simple DIY window cleaning tips for streak-free glass.