Home Ideas

Cleaning hacks are having a moment — and there is something deeply satisfying about finally cleaning a stubborn stain with that trusty box of baking soda. But some of those so-called solutions end up being more trouble than they’re worth. With help from our Good Housekeeping Institute experts, we put a few cleaning hacks to the test.
In the video above, watch as cooked-on grime gets banished with just water and a swipe of the Scotch-Brite™ Glass Cooktop Pad (so much easier than another “hack”, a homemade paste that dries overnight), and stay tuned to see the best ways to deal with pet hair and water spots. The winners might surprise you.

Shop Easy Cleaners

Scotch-Brite™ Pet Hair Roller
bit.ly

Scotch-Brite™ Glass Cooktop Pads

This content is created and maintained by a third party, and imported onto this page to help users provide their email addresses. You may be able to find more information about this and similar content at piano.io More

Pumpkins, foliage and candles are all fair game. More

There’s nothing like jumping into a pool to cool off on a hot summer day. While home swimming pools come in a range of designs and sizes (some can even cost more than $20,000), there’s one particular type that’s currently trending on Pinterest—stock tank pools.

Galvanized Stock Tank
tractorsupply.com
$99.99

The stock tank pool, which is shaped like a tub and typically made of galvanized metal or plastic, draws inspiration from the country lifestyle. They’re fairly compact and affordable, with most designs retailing for under $500. Just keep in mind that you’ll likely need a pool net to keep bugs at bay and a pump to make filling it up a breeze. Plus, you’ll have to be mindful of rust if you choose a tin design. Luckily, you can easily purchase rust-proof products to protect the pool.
If you’re ready to give a stock tank pool a try, see some of our favorites on Pinterest right now. Any one of these trendy pools would be perfect for enjoying the remaining days of summer.

This content is imported from {embed-name}. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site.

This content is imported from Pinterest. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site.

This content is imported from Pinterest. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site.

This content is imported from Pinterest. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site.

This content is imported from Pinterest. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site.

This content is imported from Pinterest. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site.

This content is imported from Pinterest. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site.

This content is imported from Pinterest. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site.

This content is imported from Pinterest. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site.

This content is imported from Pinterest. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site.

This content is imported from Pinterest. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site.

This content is created and maintained by a third party, and imported onto this page to help users provide their email addresses. You may be able to find more information about this and similar content at piano.io More

The Gen Zer in your life will obsess over any of these fun decorating ideas. More

Bring on the daring patterns, standout colors, and eclectic accessories. More

This table made by an Etsy shop based in Bronx, NY called SwingTables is made from a rectangular stainless steel frame and features six walnut-topped swings around a walnut-topped table.
Each swing seat can hold up to 350 pounds, and the whole thing measures 82 inches long, 84 inches tall, and 48 inches wide (though of course, you’ll need some clearance for swinging, too.)

6-Seater SwingTable with Walnut wood
SwingTables

The tables are made to order, ship in three to five weeks, and are shipped via white glove delivery or freight shipment. And all you need to make this swing table come to life in your home (or office, or yard) is another person to help you, a drill with a Phillips bit, and an hour of your time.
Oh, and of course this swing table isn’t the only one SwingTables has to offer. If you don’t need to seat six people but would prefer a two or four-person option, they’ve got you covered. Wish your swing seats had backs to make them more comfortable? They can make that happen too. And you can even get them in different colors, like pink, yellow, and green. You can shop some of their other swing tables below, or contact them for more info.

This content is created and maintained by a third party, and imported onto this page to help users provide their email addresses. You may be able to find more information about this and similar content at piano.io More

When it comes to feeling organized, the smallest things can really make the biggest difference. Sure, the idea of clearing out decades’ worth of clutter from your home sounds like a whole lot of work, but the truth is that sometimes you just need 15 minutes and a little kick of inspiration to tackle that organization project you’ve been putting off.
That’s where Good Housekeeping’s 14-Day Declutter Guide comes in. We’re showing you how to change your house — and your life — with minimal effort, thanks to super-easy organizing ideas vetted by our experts. In two weeks, you can tackle your home’s toughest trouble spots. From the fridge and the junk drawer, to barely-there closet space and more, we’ve got genius tricks and essential products to streamline it all.

Organizing Must-Haves

P-touch PTD210
Brother amazon.com
$22.49

Clear Bins
Container Store containerstore.com
$2.19

12-Pack Foldable Cloth Drawer Dividers
DIOMMELL amazon.com
$25.99

Our plan is a simple way to get the tidy, organized home you want — by conquering clutter one room at a time!
Good Housekeeping’s 14-Day Declutter Guide has all the tools you need to:
Clear out your closet
De-junk the junk drawer
Tackle kitchen cabinets and counters
Overhaul your pantry
Maximize your linen closet
Organize shoes
Tidy up the fridge
Transform your drawers
Boost bathroom storage
Cut desktop clutter

Whether you’re looking to take on your entire home or focus on trouble spots, our step-by-step guide will help you decide what to keep and what to let go, as well as give you neat ideas for putting every space in order.

GH+ Premium Access
goodhousekeeping.com

Ready to start organizing? Normally a $10 value, you can download Good Housekeeping’s 14-Day Declutter Guide for free by joining GH+ — it’s just one of the many perks of our brand-new membership program. In addition to bonus monthly mini-guides on popular topics like this one, members also receive exclusive money-saving deals and discounts, access to live-learning virtual events with our Good Housekeeping Institute and Test Kitchen pros, the chance to test the products featured in GH, a one-year magazine subscription, and so much more. To unlock access to our Declutter Guide right now, we invite you to sign up for GH+ today to enjoy full access to our exclusive insider experience.
JOIN GH+ More

Tame your clothes, books, and other essentials with these space-saving containers. More