We Asked a Cleaning Pro if Fireplace Ashes Can Clean Floors—Why She Says It's Helpful

Gritty ash can scratch, etch, or permanently dull certain materials, sealed surfaces, or delicate finishes. Toner warns ...

Vinyl vs. laminate flooring: Which is better for your home?

Vinyl vs laminate flooring compared. Learn how they differ in durability, water resistance, cost and maintenance to choose ...
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My wood floors aren't properly sealed—how I keep them clean

My new apartment is almost perfect—a nature vista in the middle of the city, wood floors, good natural light, a spacious ...

I plastered my kitchen floor with peanut butter and syrup to see if Dyson's new wet cleaner could handle it – here are the results

The Clean+Wash Hygiene is an effective cleaner, but other brands offer more for a lower price.
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This Massive Antique Store In Connecticut Is A Wonderland Of Rare Treasures And Collectibles

Collinsville Antiques Co in New Hartford isn’t just an antique store—it’s a museum where you can touch everything and take your favorites home. The moment you spot the sprawling red building from the ...

These 5 Everyday Items Help Carpets Smell Cleaner—No New Products Required

Baking soda (alone or with diluted essential oils) absorbs and neutralizes carpet odors naturally. Oxygen bleach and diluted ...
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Vinyl Flooring Safety Questions Answered

Vinyl Flooring Safety Questions Answered 01:29 Vinyl is inexpensive, long-lasting flooring. But it often contains phthalates, chemicals that have raised safety concerns for young children. Consumer ...