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34 car hacks every driver should know

DWYM Staff  |  September 23, 2024

Get out the club soda, pool noodles and pantyhose! We searched high and low for these clever ways to keep your vehicle in tip-top shape.

Eco friendly natural cleaners baking soda, vinegar and lemon

Homemade laundry detergent recipes that will save money

DWYM Staff  |  September 20, 2024

DIY detergent has many benefits. Since you control the ingredients, you don't have to worry about harsh chemicals, fragrances, dyes or other additives.

Hava R01 compact dishwasher

This countertop dishwasher is a helpful alternative for small kitchens

Kaitlin Gates  |  September 10, 2024

If you have a small kitchen, mobile home or camper, the Hava R01 Compact Countertop Dishwasher is well worth it. See the results of our hands-on review.

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7 ways to dewrinkle clothes without an iron

Margeaux Baulch Klein  |  September 9, 2024

You might not want to get out the iron and ironing board every time you want to de-wrinkle a shirt, especially if you're traveling.

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How to use less laundry detergent

DWYM Staff  |  August 16, 2024

Measuring your laundry detergent carefully is essential for avoiding waste and saving money in the long run.

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Do you save more water using a dishwasher or hand-washing dishes?

DWYM Staff  |  July 9, 2024

Where does your household stand in this debate? Hint: there's only one winner.

10 Magic Eraser tricks to make dirt disappear around the house

Megan Fenno  |  June 21, 2024

With a Magic Eraser in hand I went on a cleaning spree, and was blown away by all the things they can be used for!

Bissell Little Green Vacuum

The Bissell Little Green portable carpet cleaner is just $88 right now

Kaitlin Gates  |  June 20, 2024

This popular cleaner, which is handy for pet stains and hard-to-vacuum spots like stairs and upholstery, is more than $35 off at Walmart.

Female hands hold a broken shower head in the bathroom with blue tiles.

55 ridiculously cheap and easy home repair hacks

DWYM Staff  |  June 16, 2024

Learn the easiest way to patch a hole, caulk a tub, quiet squeaky floors and much more with objects you already have around the house.

The Best All-Natural Multi-Purpose Cleaners

Tod Caviness  |  June 10, 2024

Here are our top choices for eco-friendly household cleaners along with a few tips for cleaning your home naturally.

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How to clean your windows and keep them streak-free

Shea Simmons  |  June 8, 2024

We checked with cleaning experts to bring you practical tips and techniques to banish streaks and achieve crystal-clear results every time.

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How to clean your toilet without cleaning products

Fiona Tapp  |  June 4, 2024

Denture tabs, vinegar, cola and other unconventional methods can all help rid your toilet of stains and odors.

Grandma's secret spot remover

Grandma’s Secret Spot Remover gets out all my kids’ clothing stains

Anna Weaver  |  May 15, 2024

Kids' clothing stains are difficult to remove, but this Amazon stain remover is about to cut through everything from chocolate to ink.

A spin brush sits on a counter.

Do those cleaning spin brushes work? We tried one to find out

Paige Cerulli  |  April 30, 2024

If you've seen a cleaning spin brush go viral, you're not alone, and we decided to find out if these gadgets are good as they seem.

Method All Purpsoe Cleaner, Shark Vacuum, and Clorox spray cleaner

Experts told us the cleaning tools they can’t live without

Krissy Howard  |  March 18, 2024

From a grease-targeting cleaner to a solution for your pet hair problem, these expert-recommended cleaning tools can make the difference.

Best cleaning products

15 cleaning tools that’ll make life so much simpler

Fiona Tapp  |  March 13, 2024

These top-rated Amazon cleaning tools will help you maintain a sparkling home with minimal effort and maximum impact.

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How to clean white shoes made of any material

DWYM Staff  |  February 22, 2024

Wondering how to make your scuffed white shoes pop with brilliance again? Here's how to clean shoes made of canvas, leather and more.

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How to clean your suede shoes

Emily O'Brien  |  February 10, 2024

This step-by-step guide will teach you how to clean suede shoes and suggest the best products to use for keeping your footwear looking like new.

Collage of vacuums on sale during Amazon Winter Sale

The 12 best vacuum deals from Amazon’s Winter Sale

Marie Rossiter  |  January 19, 2024

The new year is a great time for cleaning up your space! Get some help with these great vacuum deals from Amazon.

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Do you really need to use fabric softener?

Emily O'Brien  |  January 19, 2024

Nowadays, using fabric softener might not be the best way to make sure your laundry is soft and free of static cling.

Pet Vacuums

The Best Pet Vacuums That Won’t Break The Bank, According To Experts

Laura Bradley  |  January 11, 2024

If you have a furry friend, you know pet hair can be a pain, but thankfully, these expert-recommended pet vacuums can help.

Cute dog leaving muddy paw prints on carpet

7 ways to keep your rugs clean when you have pets

Jennifer Graham Kizer  |  December 14, 2023

Have pets and rugs? You know they don't go together very well. Experts weigh in on how to deal with rug stains with you've got furry friends.

Best Washing Machine Cleaner

The Best Washing Machine Cleaners for Maintaining Your Washer

Anam Ahmed  |  November 11, 2023

If your washing machine has an odor or does not seem to be washing as well at used to, it may need a cleaning. Here are the top cleaners to do the job.

The best pressure washers for blasting away dirt and grime

Jennifer Graham Kizer  |  October 19, 2023

When you have a big clean-up job to tackle outside your home, nothing works quite as well as a pressure washer.

The Best Pee Pads For Dogs

Stephanie Faris  |  October 12, 2023

Whether you are training a new puppy or have an incontinent dog at home, we tested these pet pee pads for leaks, odor and durability.

Get this cordless handheld vacuum for only $35 (regularly $200)

Marie Rossiter  |  September 7, 2023

This cordless, handheld vacuum on Amazon comes with a mounting rack and two attachments and can last 30 minutes with a full charge.

These are the cleaning products professional cleaners actually prefer

Jennifer Graham Kizer  |  September 5, 2023

From the best all-purpose cleaner to the top detergent, these are the products that professional cleaners love the most.

The Best Dish Soap

Alicia Bodine  |  August 23, 2023

A quality dish soap can tackle everything from grease to stuck-on foods, which means you can spend less time at the kitchen sink.

Best Steam Mops

DWYM Staff  |  August 23, 2023

There's nothing quite like the feeling of a clean house. Keep your floors sparkling with these top steam mops.

Best Carpet Cleaners

The Best Carpet Cleaners

Alicia Bodine  |  August 21, 2023

If your carpet has seen better days, consider one of our top picks for carpet cleaners. They can effortlessly lift debris, pet hair and dirt.

Best Duster

The Best Duster

Anam Ahmed  |  August 18, 2023

Keep your house spotless and dust-free by buying one of these top dusters on the market. They make cleaning so much easier.

Tide detergent boxes on store shelf

Tide detergent box gets smaller, but is it really shrinkflation?

John Matarese  |  August 14, 2023

Don't Waste Your Money checked in on a change to Tide's packaging. The box contains less detergent but says you'll get more loads out of it.

How a collapsible waste bin can keep your kitchen tidier

Jennifer Graham Kizer  |  August 7, 2023

These affordable collapsible waste bins attach to the side of your counter to catch food scraps as you work.

Should you hire an estate sale company to clear out Mom and Dad’s home?

DWYM Staff  |  July 31, 2023

The death of a loved one is always challenging. But, then, survivors must contend with the person's belongings.

Got a tiny kitchen? This expandable dish rack can help—and it’s on sale

Kaitlin Gates  |  June 29, 2023

This Joseph Joseph smart dish rack works well in small kitchens, since it holds up to eight items for easy, convenient drying.

Mattress cleaning machine

Best Mattress Cleaning Machines

Ashley Donohoe  |  June 14, 2023

While you can always dust off a few crumbs or use a towel and cleaner for a simple stain, these mattress cleaners are thorough and efficient.

The Best Dish Mat

Stephanie Faris  |  June 7, 2023

Dyson V8 Origin+ wall charger

This Dyson cordless vacuum is 40% off at Walmart

Emily O'Brien  |  May 23, 2023

Dyson's V8 Origin+ cordless stick vacuum is normally $419.90, but you can get it on sale right now for just $249.99.

Mature man washing his car in driveway

9 tricks car detailers use to get your vehicle squeaky clean

Emily O'Brien  |  May 19, 2023

Getting your car detailed professionally can be costly, but with certain tricks, you can do it at home yourself for much less.

Why do my clothes have holes in them after I wash them?

Emily O'Brien  |  May 18, 2023

While finding holes in your clothes can be frustrating, being more careful with how you wash them may help prevent them from developing.

woman sweeping wooden floor with broom

This clever trick will help you sweep up every last bit of dirt

Emily O'Brien  |  May 12, 2023

Sweeping up that last line of dust left behind by your dustpan has always been a (relatable) problem, but this little trick fixes it.

Family inside car on road trip

Why your car really does need a garbage can

Emily O'Brien  |  May 11, 2023

For less than $10, car garbage cans can tidy up that mess in no time flat and prevent it from ever accumulating again.

S&T dish soap dispenser

This dish soap dispenser eliminates clutter at your kitchen sink

Emily O'Brien  |  May 9, 2023

This handy dish soap dispenser is designed to reduce mess next to your sink and make doing dishes more fun.

These $12 fridge liners make clean up so much easier

Marie Rossiter  |  May 5, 2023

If you never want to scrub your refrigerator again, order these handy liners from Amazon for under $12 to protect your shelves from spills.

Watering garden flowers using hose

This clever hack turns your garden hose into a pressure washer

Emily O'Brien  |  April 30, 2023

If you need to spray down difficult-to-clean items, you can use your garden hose with this clever hack found on TikTok.

Best Upright Clothes Steamer

The Best Upright Clothes Steamer To Spruce Up Any Shirt

Stephanie Faris  |  April 28, 2023

Use a steamer include delicate fabrics, synthetic fabrics that may melt under the heat of an iron, and corduroy and velvet that could warp under an iron.

Dirty dishes in the sink to be washed

Can you use hand soap to wash dishes?

Emily O'Brien  |  April 27, 2023

If you've run out of dish soap, some hand soaps (even bar soaps!) can help you get your dishes clean. For the best results, follow these tips.

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