Cleaning & Organizing

Even after taking out the garbage, some foul smells can still linger in your trash bin. Try any of these three easy solutions, and your kitchen will be scent-free in no time.

If you think environmentally-friendly products aren’t strong enough to clean the grime off your house then think again—green cleaning is tough on dirt and soft on Mother Earth.

Protect your investment in leather furniture by keeping the material soft and supple, free of cracks, with the regular application of conditioner.

Whether you hope to fix that funky smell in the washing machine or remove unsightly grout stains, this Q&A will help you breeze through your spring cleaning checklist.

Over time, wood furniture accumulates grime that can’t be removed with regular dusting. When this happens, some serious cleaning is in order. Try these methods for spiffing up your wood furniture safely and effectively.

There’s nothing like that new-car smell—unless it’s the sight of a clean, pristine car interior. Get the same effect without shelling out big bucks when you use these at-home interior car detailing tips and tricks.

Bob Vila answers your questions about painting unfinished wood, curing pet odors, and cleaning up grout residue. To submit a question, visit our Forum Section.

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Plagued by excess moisture and lack of ventilation, bathrooms are especially susceptible to mildew. The fungus typically appears on walls, tile, or grout, and it can trigger a slew of health problems, including allergies and other respiratory issues. The best method for combating mildew is preventing it from growing in the first place. To stop this scourge in its tracks, check out these 8 ways to mildew-proof your bathroom.

Using common household products, some elbow grease, and these time-tested tested tips, you’ll get the space between your tiles clean again no matter how soiled it is.