4 Things You Should Never Clean With Baking Soda
Baking soda is a gentle scrub, and that is exactly why makers warn against it on a few surfaces. Here are 4 things to clean another way, and what to use instead.
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What to Have in the House Before the First Snow
A winter storm can close roads and knock out power for days. These are the supplies emergency officials say to have at home before the first snow.
Unplug These Before You Leave for the Holidays
Heading to family for the holidays? A few minutes of unplugging before you go lowers fire risk and stops small appliances from drawing power while the house sits empty.
Never Charge These While You Sleep
Lithium-ion batteries in e-bikes, scooters, power banks and laptops can overheat. Safety officials say to charge them while you are awake and nearby, and never on a bed or couch.
Is It Safe to Run a Space Heater All Night?
Space heaters are a leading cause of home heating fires. Here is what fire safety officials say about running one overnight, and the simple rules that keep a cold bedroom safe.
6 Common Cleaners That Quietly Ruin Kitchen Surfaces
Six everyday cleaners that slowly damage stainless steel, glass cooktops, ovens, quartz and sheet pans, according to the makers’ own care guides. None of them is vinegar.
6 Kitchen Habits That Invite Mice In When It Gets Cold
When the weather turns cold, mice look for a warm place with food. These 6 everyday kitchen habits make your home easy to find, and simple fixes from the CDC.
Poinsettias Get the Blame, But These Holiday Plants Are the Bigger Worry for Pets
The poinsettia is famous for being poisonous to pets, but the ASPCA says it is usually mild. Lilies, holly, mistletoe and amaryllis are the ones to watch.
Don’t Scrub the Holiday Roasting Pan Tonight. Do This Before Bed Instead
After a big holiday dinner, the roasting pan can wait. A simple overnight soak does most of the work, and here is how to finish by pan type.
7 Creative Pumpkin Decorating Ideas (Easier Than Carving)
From a pumpkin with braces to one carved by backyard chickens, these easy pumpkin ideas last longer than carving and make everyone smile.