Housekeeping

Make housekeeping easier with tips on cleaning and organizing virtually anything in your home. Candle wax on the carpet? Soap scum in your tub? eHow’s experts are here to help, with cleaning advice alongside tips on everything from ridding your home of cockroaches to getting the kids to help with chores. Learn to care for furniture, clean appliances and remove any sort of stain. eHow can even help you organize a junk closet, clean the stove or, if all else fails, hire a housekeeper or cleaning service.

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By PearlsWisdom 1 comments
Have you ever left your house and wondered, "Hmmm, did I turn off the iron?" Or lock the door. Or turn off the stove. Any of those mindless yet important tasks you do before running out the door. You're pretty sure you did, but what ... more »
By PearlsWisdom 1 comments
Have you ever left your house and wondered, "Hmmm, did I turn off the iron?" Or lock the door. Or turn off the stove. Any of those mindless yet important tasks you do before running out the door. You're pretty sure you did, but what ... more »
By PearlsWisdom 1 comments
Have you ever left your house and wondered, "Hmmm, did I turn off the iron?" Or lock the door. Or turn off the stove. Any of those mindless yet important tasks you do before running out the door. You're pretty sure you did, but what ... more »
By PearlsWisdom 1 comments
Have you ever left your house and wondered, "Hmmm, did I turn off the iron?" Or lock the door. Or turn off the stove. Any of those mindless yet important tasks you do before running out the door. You're pretty sure you did, but what ... more »
By PearlsWisdom 1 comments
Have you ever left your house and wondered, "Hmmm, did I turn off the iron?" Or lock the door. Or turn off the stove. Any of those mindless yet important tasks you do before running out the door. You're pretty sure you did, but what ... more »
By Stephanie Duszynski 3 comments
Using a glue gun to seal the hole in bath toys will prevent mold from returning - permanently! First, here are simple steps for cleaning existing mold... more »
By Stephanie Duszynski 3 comments
Using a glue gun to seal the hole in bath toys will prevent mold from returning - permanently! First, here are simple steps for cleaning existing mold... more »
By eHow Home & Garden Editor 0 comments
The rate at which you flatware tarnishes is determined by the climate in which it is kept. High humidity, skin oils, food particles and anything containing hydrogen sulphide (which covers a large amount of material in your environment) causes ... more »
By thedarkmother 0 comments
Your vacuum cleaner is probably the most important appliance in your home. So, when it comes to replacing what you have now, what should you know about vacuums to help you pick the best one for your needs? I'll tell you what to look for... more »
By tabsmom 2 comments
Yuck! My microwave is nasty and crusty and I hate scrubbing! What am I to do?.. more »
By Janet Harriett 1 comments
Now that you have enjoyed your delicious cup of French press coffee, it is time to clean out the pot. Here is how to clean your French press so the next cup of coffee doesn't turn out tasting like the last one... more »
By eHow Home & Garden Editor 0 comments
Anyone with a garbage disposal knows that some pretty funky odors can lurk down in the inner depths of its jaws. However, a garbage disposal may not seem like the easiest thing to clean, as liquids pour right through and powders just can't get ... more »
By L1onherd 1 comments
If you are tired of scraping burnt food build-up in your microwave, I have the solution for you that will save you time and effort... more »
By L1onherd 1 comments
If you are tired of scraping burnt food build-up in your microwave, I have the solution for you that will save you time and effort... more »
By Meri 1 comments
Other than a light dusting, antique oil paintings and paintings of value should never be cleaned by an amateur. Contact a professional to clean and restore them. If you have newer paintings or paintings of less value there are things you can ... more »
By Sandy Smith 0 comments
If you’ve ever tried scrubbing burned-on tomato soup or oatmeal from the bottom of a sauce pot, you know that you’ll run low on elbow grease and wear out your scrubbing sponge long before you’ll see the bottom of that pot. Happily, here’s a ... more »
By adecheine 1 comments
Electric Stoves get Dirty Drip Pans. If you do not clean after every use you have a hard time scrubbing them to get clean. This is what works every time... more »
By Dave Payne Sr. 1 comments
Ok you stepped in it. Since you can't go back in time an un-step in it, here's what you can do to get things back to normal... more »
By Dave Payne Sr. 1 comments
Ok you stepped in it. Since you can't go back in time an un-step in it, here's what you can do to get things back to normal... more »
By coachmac4 2 comments
Green is the new buzz word for cleaning products that are natural. Do you want to know natural products that can really get the job done? Try these tried and true products that you already have in your cabinet... more »
By bizewriter 2 comments
Maybe you want your home company clean or simply want to make better use of your domestic time. These tips will help you clean like a professional to both save time and make your house shine. Read on to learn more... more »
By bizewriter 2 comments
Maybe you want your home company clean or simply want to make better use of your domestic time. These tips will help you clean like a professional to both save time and make your house shine. Read on to learn more... more »
By Kat Yares 1 comments
Although there are a plethora of cleaning products on the market today, most contain chemicals that many would prefer not to use in their home. Luckily there are many household products that are safe and natural to use to clean your home. ... more »
By Hillary Marshall 1 comments
As Americans we are inundated with ads attempting to convince us we need a multitude of cleansers for every room of our home. Many don't realize the key to a sparkling clean home does not require purchasing a specialty cleanser for every separate ... more »
By Hillary Marshall 1 comments
As Americans we are inundated with ads attempting to convince us we need a multitude of cleansers for every room of our home. Many don't realize the key to a sparkling clean home does not require purchasing a specialty cleanser for every separate ... more »
By eHow Home & Garden Editor 7 comments
Don't be a junk-drawer junkie. Clean your drawers at least once a year to help keep your home organized and clutter-free... more »
By Deanna H 0 comments
A few easy tips for cleaning residue out of your oven... more »
By joshcrank 0 comments
Permanent markers and whiteboard markers can be all too easy to mix up. If you’ve accidentally written on a whiteboard with a permanent marker, you can try these steps to control the damage... more »
By Karen Cotton 1 comments
Popcorn ceilings are the bane of many a homeowner. Its texture makes cleaning incredibly difficult. Scrubbing the ceiling will cause the "popcorn" to fall off, leaving your ceiling with unattractive, bare patches of drywall. However, ... more »
By Karen Cotton 1 comments
Popcorn ceilings are the bane of many a homeowner. Its texture makes cleaning incredibly difficult. Scrubbing the ceiling will cause the "popcorn" to fall off, leaving your ceiling with unattractive, bare patches of drywall. However, ... more »
By Karen Cotton 1 comments
Popcorn ceilings are the bane of many a homeowner. Its texture makes cleaning incredibly difficult. Scrubbing the ceiling will cause the "popcorn" to fall off, leaving your ceiling with unattractive, bare patches of drywall. However, ... more »
By Karen Cotton 1 comments
Popcorn ceilings are the bane of many a homeowner. Its texture makes cleaning incredibly difficult. Scrubbing the ceiling will cause the "popcorn" to fall off, leaving your ceiling with unattractive, bare patches of drywall. However, ... more »
By Karen Cotton 1 comments
Popcorn ceilings are the bane of many a homeowner. Its texture makes cleaning incredibly difficult. Scrubbing the ceiling will cause the "popcorn" to fall off, leaving your ceiling with unattractive, bare patches of drywall. However, ... more »
By eHow Home & Garden Editor 0 comments
Picnic tables, benches and other rough wood furniture can be difficult to clean. Sap and mildew can stain the rough wood, and cobwebs can be a nightmare to remove. There are several ways to clean rough wood furniture, but you must clean it in a ... more »
By CrystalKlotz 1 comments
How to clean stainless steel anything!!!.. more »
By CrystalKlotz 1 comments
How to clean stainless steel anything!!!.. more »
By Reeney26 0 comments
Caring for your special silver is easy and cheap! This process may be used for jewelry, silverware, and more!.. more »
By smidgen 1 comments
This quick and easy method works every time for my household. Especially for the tough messes that have baked on in your microwave, yuck! Try these steps and have this hard messy job become a breeze... more »
By sylvano 1 comments
how to clean a stainless steel microwave oven.. more »