Cleaning and Organizing

Keeping your home germ-free is more important than ever—but that doesn’t mean you want to spend all your time cleaning. Here, you’ll find cleaning strategies that will save you time, money and effort, and genius home organizing tips to make the most of every square foot of space.

How to Clean Absolutely Everything in Your Kitchen, According to Charles the Butler

Charles MacPherson—best known as "Charles the Butler" on CTV's The Marilyn Denis Show—shares expert advice on how to make your kitchen sparkle.

How to Clean Your Bathroom Thoroughly—Without Harsh Chemicals

From home remedies to old-school techniques, follow this back-to-basics guide for a greener, cleaner bathroom.


10 Organizing Shows on Netflix That Will Inspire You to Declutter Now

Looking for storage solutions to bring order to a cluttered space? You'll find plenty of inspiration in these must-watch series.


What You Should Know About Laundry Stripping

Thought your machine-washed sheets and towels were thoroughly clean? Think again!


Secrets Professional Organizers Don’t Want You to Know

Want to expand your living space—without taking a sledgehammer to the walls? Here's how to make the most of every...

The 10 Most Disgusting House Bugs (And How to Get Rid of Them)

Although some are harmful, others are kind of helpful. Either way, we’ll show you how to kick these creepy-crawlies out.


Utensils in the Dishwasher: Should They Point Up or Down?

It's a debate as old as time (or at least as old as dishwashers). Do you point your utensils up...

You’ve Probably Never Cleaned This Part of Your Oven—And It’s Filthy!

Just how does all of that grime get *between* the glass panels of an oven door, anyway? This handy video...


13 Secrets Your Exterminator Wants You to Know

Repelling pests can be as simple as changing the light bulb above your porch.


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The Best Cleaning Tricks for Hard-to-Remove Stuff

Clogged drains and stubborn adhesive wall hooks are no match for our highly effective housekeeping hacks.


What is That Pink Slime in Your Bathroom?

Get the scoop on so-called pink mould, the icky shower slime that seems to return as soon as you finish...

Here’s Why You Need to Clean Your Washing Machine—and How to Do It

The moist, warm, dark environment of your washing machine is the perfect breeding ground for mould and germs. Here's how...


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30 Nearly Forgotten House Cleaning Tips from the Past

Grandma knows all the best cleaning tips and tricks to save you time, money and effort. You'll want to stock...


The One Ingredient You Should ALWAYS Add to Your Dishwasher

It'll give your glassware an extra sparkle and prevent filmy residue from hard water.


How to Clean Your Phone—And How Often You Should

Your phone is grosser than you realize. Here's how to clean it properly.


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Quick Spring Cleaning Tasks You Can Do in 60 Seconds—Or Less!

Pressed for time? You can scratch a few of these jobs off your spring cleaning checklist in a matter of...

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The Ultimate Spring Cleaning Checklist

Be honest: When's the last time you deep-cleaned #6 on this list?


How to Clean a Greasy, Dusty Range Hood

A hood over the stove is a wonderful thing to have, but the cooking oils from your favourite fried chicken,...


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12 Things You Should Never Vacuum

Vacuuming may seem like a quick solution for any spill, but these things are better left for the broom.


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40 Clever Spring Cleaning Tips You’ll Wish You Knew Sooner

Dreading your home's annual deep-clean? These spring cleaning tips will make this year's routine a total breeze.


Why You Need to Clean Your Washing Machine Filter (And Where to Find It)

Make sure your washing machine is operating at 100 per cent with this little-known maintenance tip.


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Home Organizing Hacks to Help You Conquer Clutter

Repurposing these everyday items can bring order to chaos.


This is the Only Way You Should Be Cleaning Your Underwear

We've got tips on how to get those nasty germs out for good.


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Never Use Vinegar to Clean This

In most cases, vinegar is a great all-purpose cleaner, but there are some surfaces that are better off without it.


How to Make Your Bathroom Cleaner—and Greener

A green cleaning expert shares how she created a faster, easier and less toxic sanitation routine for her bathroom in...

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Cleaning Hacks That Take the Hassle Out of Housekeeping

Do-it-yourself solutions for life's most stubborn messes.


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Ick! These Everyday Items Are Dirtier Than a Toilet Seat

Chances are, you've already touched at least one of these filthy surfaces today.


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Kitchen Organizing Mistakes Everyone Makes

Chances are, you're not tapping the full storage potential of your cupboards, cabinets and countertops. Here's how to cook up...


If You See White Streaks on Your Dishes, This Is What It Means

Is your dishwasher leaving white streaks on dishes after each wash cycle? There are three common causes for this. Here's...


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Cleaning Myths You Need to Stop Believing—and What to Do Instead

Sometimes you can't beat old-school advice. These traditional cleaning tips, on the other hand, deserve be relegated to the past.


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20 Home Organizing Mistakes You’re Probably Making (And How to Fix Them!)

Home organizers reveal the surprising habits that are keeping your house cluttered and inefficient.