Housekeeping316 Stories
HousekeepingVinegar and Voilà: Clean Your House the Natural Way
Ditch the commercial cleaners for nontoxic, inexpensive and versatile white vinegar
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HousekeepingAnother Independence Day: When Kids Can Do Their Laundry
Set yourself free and give your child a valuable life skill at the same time
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Monthly Home ChecklistsJuly Checklist for a Smooth-Running Home
Pare back inside while you fire up outside for the Fourth. And why not donate some spare produce while you're at it?
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Kitchen Design8 Kitchen Organizing Ideas for Messy Cooks
Not the clean-as-you-go type? Not to worry. These strategies will help keep your kitchen looking tidy no matter what your cooking style is
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HousekeepingWhen You Need Real Housekeeping Help
Which is scarier, Lifetime's 'Devious Maids' show or that area behind the toilet? If the toilet wins, you'll need these tips
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LifeDo You Believe in Luck Around the House?
Broken mirrors, spilled salt, an unavoidable ladder — superstitions don't seem to affect this homeowner. Knock wood
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HousekeepingFurniture Clinic: Quick DIY Glides for Sofa, Chair or Table
Smooth things over between your furniture and floor with easy glides cut from leather scraps
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DIY ProjectsThe Taming of the Screw
Learn the different types and uses of screws to pick the right kind for your next DIY or home improvement project
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Monthly Home ChecklistsJune Checklist for a Smooth-Running Home
Make the most of warm weather by freshening up, paring down and enjoying your home's outdoor spaces
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HousekeepingDIY Fix: How to Repair a Broken Glass Door Pane
Don't let broken glass shatter your self-esteem. You can fix it more easily and more inexpensively than you might realize
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HousekeepingHow to Clean Grout — Stains and All
If your grout is grossing you out, this deep-cleaning method will help it look new again
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