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Knock out vacation germs on your luggage with these expert-approved tips

1 week ago | today.com | Karen B. Gibbs |Annie Shigo

Create your free account or log in to save this articleApril 17, 2025, 6:35 PM UTCYou know the feeling: before vacation, you spend all this time creating the perfect packing list and prepping for excursions that when it's finally all over and you're back home, you're pooped! So the your luggage sits around for a few days before you get around to emptying it.
How to Clean a Water Bottle the Right Way to Get Rid of Mold and Germs

Sep 29, 2024 | rd.com | Karen B. Gibbs

Bacteria, buildup and gross smells begone! Here's how to clean a water bottle quickly and effectively, according to experts.
Vanesa Amaro, TikTok's Queen of Clean, Shares Her Top 10 Cleaning Tips

Jun 13, 2024 | rd.com | Karen B. Gibbs

Meet Vanesa Amaro, TikTok's "Queen of Cleaning" and the woman turning housekeeping into a party. Here are her favorite tips and products.
How to Clean Kitchen Cabinets: 9 Easy Steps to Follow

Mar 8, 2024 | rd.com | Karen B. Gibbs

Beautiful kitchen cabinets really catch the eye—and just about everything that splatters, smears or spills. Here's how to clean kitchen cabinets like a pro. Our editors and experts handpick every product we feature. We may earn a commission from your purchases. Kitchen cabinets do more than hold dishes, pots, pans and all of your groceries. They hold dirt … and drips … and enough grease to fry a chicken.
10 Things to Always Do Before Doing Laundry

Feb 4, 2024 | msn.com | Karen B. Gibbs

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10 Things to Always Check Before Doing Laundry

Jan 11, 2024 | familyhandyman.com | Karen B. Gibbs |Been Verified |Inside Northside

1 / 10 Sort the LaundryFor the best cleaning results, sort your laundry. It prevents fading and makes it easier to use the appropriate products for cleaning, whitening and stain removal.
How to clean a shower head and floor - TODAY

Jan 4, 2024 | today.com | Karen B. Gibbs |Hannah Baker

Need to clean a shower? Here are the best ways to clean soap scum, grime, mold, hard water stains and more from your shower, shower head or shower floor.
The easiest ways to clean your microwave, according to the pros

Jan 3, 2024 | msn.com | Karen B. Gibbs |Hannah Baker
How to clean a microwave with vinegar and other hacks - TODAY

Jan 3, 2024 | today.com | Karen B. Gibbs |Hannah Baker

Want to learn how to clean your microwave with vinegar? Here are easy microwave cleaning hacks to leave the inside and outside of your microwave spotless.
How to Load a Dishwasher the Right Way, According to Cleaning Pros

Nov 10, 2023 | rd.com | Karen B. Gibbs

Chances are, you're making a few mistakes that are preventing your dishes and utensils from getting fully clean. Here's what you need to know about how to load a dishwasher correctly. I’m not really particular about how to load a dishwasher, but I do have a friend who’s the total opposite. While helping her clean up, I put a spoon in the silverware compartment. She removed the spoon and turned it around, saying, “It needs to face the middle of the washer.” But why?