Aliyah Rodriguez

3 weeks ago | thespruce.com | Aliyah Rodriguez

Key PointsNow that the warm weather is here, outdoor sports are back-and with outdoor sports come outdoor stains. Whether you play soccer, rugby, or have a child who plays baseball, sweat stains are inevitable, but what about those other stains you don't expect right away? I've become a pro at getting all kinds of stains out of my partner's sportswear, so here is my fool-proof method for tackling some of the most common sports-related stains.

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Aliyah Rodriguez

Key PointsPrompt cold-water rinsing and long soaking times help prevent stains from setting in synthetic sportswear. A mix of hydrogen peroxide, vinegar, baking soda, and detergent tackles common stains like blood, grass, and sweat without damaging fabric. Regular and gentle stain treatment keeps gear looking fresh and lasting longer. Now that the warm weather is here, outdoor sports are back—and with outdoor sports come outdoor stains.

3 weeks ago | thespruce.com | Aliyah Rodriguez

Key Points If you didn't know that vinegar is the Swiss army knife of household cleaning and gardening hacks-now you do. Whether it's replacing cleaning supplies or as an effective weed killer, it seems like vinegar can do it all. You may have heard that you can even use vinegar to kill bugs, but does that work for all of them? Gnats are often one of the biggest headaches of the summer, so we've asked pest pros if vinegar could help save the day. Meet the Expert Does Vinegar Kill Gnats?

3 weeks ago | mydomaine.com | Aliyah Rodriguez

There comes a time in everyone's lives when they take a look at their home and decide something's got to change. Whether it's a fresh coat of paint, a new lighting fixture, or any of the other dozens of changes you could make, the possibilities for revamping your space are endless. This summer, we're putting our renovation caps on to make our homes the places of our dreams—and we're giving you all you need to get started, too. From designer-approved tips to design trends, we've got you covered.

4 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Aliyah Rodriguez

Key PointsStarting fly prevention early with traps helps stop an infestation before it starts, making pest control much easierTackling dishes right after use and keeping the sink clear prevents water buildup that attracts flies. Taking out trash and cleaning pets' litterboxes or food bowls more frequently removes tempting smells and food sources for pests. Last summer, I moved into my first apartment.