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As pricey as they may be, even the best mattresses don’t last forever. Most mattresses are designed to last roughly 10 years, with some — latex and memory foam mattresses, especially — lasting up to 15 years. That means that during your lifetime, you’ll have to purchase and get rid of several mattresses. But old, […] More
Since you rest your head on your pillow every night, you want to make sure that it’s as clean and germ-free as possible. And no, we’re not just talking about the pillowcase itself. In addition to regularly cleaning your sheets and comforter, you should also be caring for your pillows, mattress, and mattress topper. Pillows, […] More
If you think hardwood floors are delicate and require special TLC, think again. It’s quite the opposite really: Most wood floors are finished with polyurethane, making them one of the most durable flooring options out there. Like everything else in your home, it’s best to clean hardwood floors well and often. The difference: Wood floors […] More
Did you update your bathroom? Revamp your kitchen? Install new flooring? We would love to share your project, big or small! Send us what you did and our editorial team will consider it for our “My Fresh Home” series, which will be published every Thursday. Check out our submission instructions at the bottom of the page. Today […] More
When your brand-new stainless steel fridge, dishwasher, oven, or other appliance first arrives, it has a pristine gleam that instantly brightens up your kitchen. By day two, however, your appliance has lost its luster thanks to grubby fingers, water drips, and messy accidents. Luckily, there are easy ways to make your stainless steel surfaces look […] More
Good HousekeepingGetty Images All it takes is one round of leftovers or burnt bag of popcorn to turn a sparkling clean microwave into a grimy, smelly mess. The key to keeping a clean microwave is regular maintenance — every few days, at the very least. Good news: Carolyn Forte, director of the Good Housekeeping Institute […] More
No matter how clean your toilet, shower, or sink may be, if the grout between your shower or floor tiles is dingy, your entire bathroom will look — and feel — dirty. Luckily, with some elbow grease and this advice on how to clean grout from Carolyn Forte, director of the Good Housekeeping Institute Cleaning […] More
At one point or another, you decided that AirPods were a worthy investment. No matter if you received them as a gift or splurged on yourself, there’s no doubt that you want your wireless headphones to last as long as possible (or at the very least, until Apple releases a brand-new model). Beyond sticking them […] More
