Hand-washing works One major point the COVID-19 pandemic helped drive home is how important it is to wash your hands. Washing ...

Whatever the weather, your car is getting dirty. This is how you should wash it to keep it looking good and protect the longevity of the paint.

Wash the garment or linen according to the care instructions. Line dry the garment in direct sunlight. The sun can help further lighten stains on the fabric. Continue to launder and line-dry until you ...

There’s something almost cinematic about turning onto East Main Street in Lititz, Pennsylvania—like you’ve wandered onto a movie set where small-town America isn’t just alive but positively thriving.

You should swap out your dirty towels for clean ones about every three days, but that doesn’t mean you need to wash them immediately. Towels can live happily in your hamper until laundry day if ...

With a germ that spreads as easily SARS-CoV-2, he says, it’s important to frequently clean anything—hands, masks, doorknobs, phones—that receives regular human contact.

Drain flies are attracted to stagnant water and organic materials, and you can repel them by checking for and repairing any ...

Why are foodborne infections more common in the summer, and what are food safety practices that everyone should follow?

Consumer Reports says that under normal circumstances, a towel can be used three or four times before it needs to be washed. That's "times" not "days." If you have many family members using a towel ...

There's just something about a clean home that is so satisfying. However, between juggling work, life, adulting and chores, knowing which room to tackle first can be a chore in itself. One of the ...

You need to wash your hands well before you touch your face. It is by far one of the most common steps people skip-a measure against letting dirt, oils, and bacteria onto the skin that can induce ...

Sun, salt, and sand can wreck your bathing suits. Here’s how to clean and care for your swimwear so it lasts longer and looks as good as the day you bought it.