Why Your Microwave's Metal Rack Is Safe (But Other Metals Spark)
That metal piece inside your microwave isn’t a mistake. There’s a specific reason it behaves differently than other metals — and it’s not an accident.
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The Old-School Dishwasher Habit It's Time To Ditch
Dishes not coming out clean enough? You might be making this old-school dishwasher mistake. Here's how to avoid it, and what you should be doing instead.
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Use A Creative Curtain Trick To Cover The Eyesore Of An Ugly Dishwasher
If you're not a fan of the appearance of your stainless steel dishwasher, hide it behind a curtain to make your kitchen match your aesthetic.
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Are Pricier Furnace Filters Actually Worth Buying? Here's The Truth
Furnace filters are an important component of your home's HVAC system, but is it really worth it to splurge on the more expensive filter options?
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Think Twice Before Putting These 10 Things In Your Washing Machine
Contemporary washing machines can clean more than you might think, but if you need to launder these particular items, keep them out of your appliance.
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Why Your Furnace Is Blowing Cold Air (And Steps To Take ASAP)
The last thing anyone needs is for their furnace to start blowing cold air — especially in the winter. But what causes this problem, and how can you fix it?
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Forget Appliance Garages: There's A Better (& Easier) Way To Organize Appliances
While an appliance garage may look nice in a kitchen, there's an easier way to get all those pieces organized. Here's the storage solution that may help.
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The Often-Returned Costco Kitchen Item You'll Want To Think Twice About Buying
Costco is full of great deals and buys, including items for home improvement. However, there's one kitchen item Costco sells that you may want to pass on.
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Should You Leave Your Doors Open In The Winter To Stay Warmer? Here's The Truth
Winter heating habits aren’t as simple as they seem. One small adjustment can make a big difference, or might not matter at all, depending on your setup.
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Top Reasons To Install An Air Curtain In Your Garage
While it provides light and fresh air, an open garage door can let in other unwanted items. An air curtain can help turn your garage into a livable space.
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The Worst Dishwasher Brand To Avoid, Backed By Consistently Poor User Reviews
Dishwasher brands will vary in quality and durability, but there's one appliance brand that seems to constantly come up as the worst in both regards.
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The Vintage Pyrex Dish To Look For At The Thrift Store For A More Valuable Haul
This limited-edition Pyrex dish debuted in the 1960s and remains a coveted collectors' item to this day — here's how to spot one at your local thrift store.
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Laundry-Folding Robot Steals The Spotlight With Groundbreaking CES Debut
Nobody wants to fold laundry. That's why a laundry-folding robot dominated at the 2026 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. Could it work in your home?
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Clean Your Glass Cooktop So It Shines Like New With This Grease-Cutting Solution
One of the best products for removing stuck-on grease stains from your glass cooktop might already be sitting in your kitchen. You just have to use it right.
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New California Law Protects Renters: Your Landlord Must Now Provide These Two Things
A new California law goes into effect that could change what every renter expects in their apartment — and it affects basic living essentials.
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Reduce Dust In The Winter By Ditching This One Common Habit
If you have this bad habit, when you finally ditch it, you'll see evidence of just how much dust is accumulating in your home during the colder months.
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The Truth About How Often You Should Drain Your Water Heater (Really)
Your water heater needs to be maintained, especially by draining it. It's an important chore. But how often should you be doing it? Here's the truth.
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Wondering How Much To Pay A House Cleaner In 2026? Read This
A clean house is great. The only thing that might make it better? If someone else did it for you. So here's how to budget for a housecleaning service in 2026.
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Most People Set Their Thermostat Wrong In Winter — Here's The Best Nighttime Temperature
Winter heating habits matter more than you think. A simple nighttime adjustment could improve sleep and even help you save some cash during the cold months.
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One Of The Best Kitchen Cleaning Products At Costco? It's A Kirkland Classic
Costco is renowned for its wide array of good deals, and many of them are on its everyday household products. Here is a Kirkland classic fit for any kitchen.
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Let Your Showerhead Clean Itself: The Effortless Hack For Sparkling Results
Your showerhead may be dirtier than you realize, but we've got a cleaning hack that is so easy you'll marvel at the results and use it again and again.
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Here's Who Actually Makes Costco's Kirkland-Brand Aluminum Foil
Costco’s Kirkland brand is well-known for its low prices, but as it turns out, there’s an equally well-known brand responsible for making its aluminum foil.
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The Dishwasher Tablet Hack You Should Be Using To Clean Your Greasy Oven
Here's how to use dishwasher tablets to clean your oven's door, walls, floor, and rack. In addition to working better than oven cleaners, they might be safer.
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The Unreliable Kitchen Appliance Brand Our Expert Warns Against Putting In Your Home
House Digest spoke with appliance technician Scott The Fix-It Guy for his expert opinion on this kitchen appliance brand you need to avoid.
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If You Never Change Your Fridge's Water Filter, Here's What Will Happen
It's easy to procrastinate when your water filter needs to be changed, but plumbing expert Joseph Wade told Hunker that waiting is riskier than you think.
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Neither Toaster Ovens Nor Air Fryers: This Appliance Could Replace Your Microwave
Kitchen appliances come and go, but feels nothing could replace your microwave or airfryer. But that soon could change.
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Thinking About A Heat Pump? Beware Of These Hidden Downsides
A heat pump may seem like a great energy-efficient home heating option, but here's why it could end up costing you money in the long run during a harsh winter.
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