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Removing Movie Theater Snack Stains

Whether going to see the latest blockbuster on the big screen or enjoying a film in your own home theater, seeing a movie is an event. It often involves snacks and drinks and settling into a comfy chair, ready to immerse yourself in the story. Sometimes, whether from a jump...

Wring Out the Old; Bring in the New

The start of a new year is a good time to put to rest some cleaning practices that have seen their day. Here’s the lowdown on some old (and not-so-old) cleaning myths. The Old: Sponges can be sanitized in the microwave. The True: Using the microwave can be risky. Unless...

How to Use a Degreaser

For many messes, an all-purpose cleaner will do. Sometimes you just need some extra cleaning power to help cut through the grease and those burnt-on messes. That’s where degreasers come in handy, especially in the kitchen. You can use degreasers on most surfaces, like food preparation areas, oven hoods, pots...

School Lunch Stain Guide

November 3 is #NationalSandwichDay. The sandwich is a lunch box staple, so this “holiday” serves as a great reminder for how to get out the stain’s kids bring home with them. A good place to start is with the basics of stain removal: Deal with it as early as possible....

Setting Up a Cleaning Closet

Whether it’s time for your once-a-year deep clean or you need to restock cleaning products for your home, we’ve got you covered with a cleaning supply checklist to make sure you’ve got everything you need. The Products All-purpose cleaner Disinfectant spray Cleaning and/or disinfecting wipes Tile/shower cleaner Glass cleaner Wood...

Cookware Cleaning

With everyday dishes, cups or utensils, you can usually run them through the dishwasher and they’ll be clean and ready for reuse. Cookware isn’t always as straightforward. Some things (think cast iron pans) should never be put in the dishwasher. Some pans benefit from scrubbing them with steel wool, while...

Tips and Tricks for Hand Washing Dishes

Even if you have a dishwasher, there are times when it’s best to wash dishes by hand. For some, washing dishes is a stress reliever, a time that’s meditative and gets the creative juices flowing. But if you’re not one of those people, that’s okay too – we have tips...

Removing Tobacco Odors and Stains

Today is the Great American Smokeout and the perfect time to start the journey toward a smoke-free life. However, if you’ve been smoking for a while, you may be left with more reminders of the habit than you expected. From clothes to furniture, smoke can permeate surfaces and the odor...