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Why does my washing machine smell? 5 things that may be causing the laundry day ick

These are five of the most common causes of washing machine smells, plus the quick ways to fix and prevent them

Real Homes · Mar 24, 2023

6 effective vinegar hacks for laundry — perfect for even your laziest wash days

A guide to the best vinegar hacks for doing laundry.

Real Homes · Mar 24, 2023

Laundry symbol meanings you definitely need to know

Here are all the laundry symbols you may see on tags and exactly what they mean.

Real Homes · Mar 23, 2023

The house cleaning checklist you need for your best (and cleanest) home yet

This house cleaning checklist will make sure you tick off all of your daily, weekly, and monthly chores with ease

Real Homes · Mar 22, 2023

9 bedroom cleaning hacks to try this week

Try these bedroom cleaning hacks to speed up the process and get your room cleaner faster

Real Homes · Mar 22, 2023

Vinegar vs. lemon juice for cleaning — which is better and why?

A guide to cleaning with lemon and vinegar and the benefits and drawbacks of each.

Real Homes · Mar 22, 2023

How to wash shoes by hand and save yourself some serious moolah

Save your favorite pair of shoes by learning how to wash shoes by hand with our step-by-step guide that can tackle serious stains.

Real Homes · Mar 22, 2023

Quick question: Can you wash sneakers in the washing machine?

Can you wash sneakers in the washing machine? We're here to answer. Before you pop your sneakers in during your next laundry day, here's what you need to know

Real Homes · Mar 22, 2023

How to clean a humidifier, so you can breathe easy

Here is how to clean a humidifier properly. Though you should be cleaning it out daily, we've provided a step-by-step tutorial for more in-depth weekly cleanings

Real Homes · Mar 21, 2023

Here's exactly how to wash shoes, so you don't have to keep buying new ones

This is the definitive guide of how to wash shoes, no matter what material or type they are. We break down exactly how to hand and machine wash any shoe from sneakers to sandals. (and you probably have all the supplies at home already!)

Real Homes · Mar 21, 2023