Cleaning Hacks
Cleaning Tools
A new $2 household cleaner is the plastic-free product of our eco dreams
April 22, 2019
A new $2 household cleaner is the plastic-free product of our eco dreams
After learning that far, far more of the plastic we buy ends up in landfills,…
By Erin Bunch
Spring cleaning just got easier with these natural disinfectants
April 15, 2019
Spring cleaning just got easier with these natural disinfectants
Now that your entire home has been given the Marie Kondo treatment, all that bare…
By Zoe Weiner
Move over, air purifiers: These IKEA curtains aim to help you breathe easy in your home
February 20, 2019
Move over, air purifiers: These IKEA curtains aim to help you breathe easy in your home
You've already filled your apartment with detoxifying indoor plants and high-tech products to make sure…
By Tehrene Firman
Ditch the detergent, soap nuts are the reusable answer to cleaner clothes
February 20, 2019
Ditch the detergent, soap nuts are the reusable answer to cleaner clothes
I'd always thought my mother taught me everything I needed to know about how to…
By Rachel Lapidos
5 reasons to add vinegar to your laundry if you want your clothes to be as fresh and clean as possible
February 06, 2019
5 reasons to add vinegar to your laundry if you want your clothes to be as fresh and clean as possible
Plain old vinegar (not even talking apple cider here!) is one of the most versatile…
By Tamim Alnuweiri
Even if you clean your shower curtain, it can still get moldy without this simple step
January 19, 2019
Even if you clean your shower curtain, it can still get moldy without this simple step
I like to think I'm pretty clean when it comes to my apartment. Putting away…
By Rachel Lapidos
Wearing your shoes in the house is disgusting...Right?
January 09, 2019
Wearing your shoes in the house is disgusting...Right?
At this point, most people have heard all about the dirty downsides to wearing shoes inside…
By Tehrene Firman
Is disinfecting your toothbrush really necessary?
January 07, 2019
Is disinfecting your toothbrush really necessary?
Ever wondered how to clean a toothbrush? Unlike other items you might take the time…
By Tehrene Firman
Deep clean your dishwasher with vinegar in 4 steps (because you know it needs it)
December 28, 2018
Deep clean your dishwasher with vinegar in 4 steps (because you know it needs it)
Believe it or not, even your lean, mean, dish-cleaning machine needs a good scrub down…
By Katie Morton
How to make your place look presentable for guests in 30 minutes or less
December 06, 2018
How to make your place look presentable for guests in 30 minutes or less
If you're as into Hallmark Channel holiday movies as I am, you probably have an…
By Erin Magner
I detoxed my home from plastic and it's going to save me thousands of dollars
November 26, 2018
I detoxed my home from plastic and it's going to save me thousands of dollars
I became weirdly plastic-phobic after reading an article about how sperm counts have decreased by…
By Erin Bunch
Use the correct order of operations to clean up your messy kitchen in record time
November 20, 2018
Use the correct order of operations to clean up your messy kitchen in record time
Everyone knows Thanksgiving dinner can quickly transform your kitchen from a squeaky-clean oasis into a…
By Tehrene Firman
A baking soda hack that'll bring even your dingiest sneakers back to life
November 19, 2018
A baking soda hack that'll bring even your dingiest sneakers back to life
White sneakers are like the Goldilocks of footwear. They look best when you've worn them…
By Tamim Alnuweiri
Dishwasher vs. hand washing: Here's which one uses less water
November 16, 2018
Dishwasher vs. hand washing: Here's which one uses less water
Even though—for the first time in my adult life—I finally have a dishwasher in my…
By Tehrene Firman
Quiz: How to find the elevated holiday home scent that matches your aesthetic 

November 14, 2018
Quiz: How to find the elevated holiday home scent that matches your aesthetic 

In the same way a signature fragrance is somehow always the extra it-factor you're after,…
By Well+Good Editors
More natural light in your home means fewer germs—seriously, science says so
October 19, 2018
More natural light in your home means fewer germs—seriously, science says so
There's something truly magical about living in a home that has plenty of natural light.…
By Tehrene Firman
Wait! Don't throw away your orange peels—they make an amazing aromatic cleaner
September 28, 2018
Wait! Don't throw away your orange peels—they make an amazing aromatic cleaner
Finding a new batch of in-season produce at the farmer's market is just one more…
By Kells McPhillips
Hand washing doesn't actually clean dishes without this 60-second step
September 25, 2018
Hand washing doesn't actually clean dishes without this 60-second step
Hand washing your dishes seems simple enough, right? You take your trusty sponge, add some…
By Tehrene Firman
How often should you clean your fridge? Less than you think—unless your answer is never
September 17, 2018
How often should you clean your fridge? Less than you think—unless your answer is never
True confession: The guy I'm newly dating recently opened my fridge and let out an…
By Erin Bunch
There's now a dry shampoo for your clothes—so keep rewearing those dirty-ish duds
September 13, 2018
There's now a dry shampoo for your clothes—so keep rewearing those dirty-ish duds
No matter how old you are and mature you become, doing laundry seems to always feel…
By Tehrene Firman
How to rid your pantry of scarily-common moths before they wreak havoc
September 10, 2018
How to rid your pantry of scarily-common moths before they wreak havoc
If you ever spot a gray moth in your kitchen, watch out. The pest—known as pantry…
By Tehrene Firman
5 genius baking soda cleaning hacks you never knew about
September 04, 2018
5 genius baking soda cleaning hacks you never knew about
When I was growing up, baking soda was simply the enigmatic orange box that my…
By Rachel Lapidos
Meet your new hot and steamy cleaning BFF, the microwaved dish rag
August 28, 2018
Meet your new hot and steamy cleaning BFF, the microwaved dish rag
It's no secret that microwaving your kitchen sponges on the reg can help rid 'em…
By Tehrene Firman
The bar of soap pros recommend for washing your most delicate undies
August 24, 2018
The bar of soap pros recommend for washing your most delicate undies
When you splurge on undies made of ultra-delicate materials like lace or silk, the last…
By Tehrene Firman
Rid your microwave of every crusty food stain ever in just minutes with…lemon water
August 22, 2018
Rid your microwave of every crusty food stain ever in just minutes with…lemon water
Oh, that fateful moment of watching the microwave, waiting patiently for your morning cup of Bulletproof-style…
By Kells McPhillips
Clean or replace your loofah *this* often because it's a straight-up bacteria playground
August 20, 2018
Clean or replace your loofah *this* often because it's a straight-up bacteria playground
Embarrassing, but true: I've lived in New York for about three years now, and I can…
By Kells McPhillips
Zippers are a likely culprit of your favorite clothes getting ruined in the laundry
August 17, 2018
Zippers are a likely culprit of your favorite clothes getting ruined in the laundry
Even if you're not separating your whites and darks (sorry, Mom—it's a lot of work!),…
By Tehrene Firman
Cassey Ho’s 3-Ingredient Essential Oil Blend Will Make Your Yoga Mat Squeaky Clean
August 14, 2018
Cassey Ho’s 3-Ingredient Essential Oil Blend Will Make Your Yoga Mat Squeaky Clean
If you've gagged more times than you'd like to admit in downward dog because the…
By Tehrene Firman
DIY your own dishwasher detergent with this quick, non-toxic recipe
August 13, 2018
DIY your own dishwasher detergent with this quick, non-toxic recipe
Being a DIY maven is about the instant gratification of making something using your own…
By Tamim Alnuweiri
The secret to streak-free windows lies in this everyday household item
August 10, 2018
The secret to streak-free windows lies in this everyday household item
Does your tidy livin' nightmare look something like this: You speed clean your home from…
By Kells McPhillips
How to DIY your own fabric softener with everyday pantry items
August 09, 2018
How to DIY your own fabric softener with everyday pantry items
Soft, fresh-scented clothes right out of the dryer are the best. But what's not-so great is…
By Katie Morton
The No-Fail Way To Make Your Own Essential Oil Spray
August 08, 2018
The No-Fail Way To Make Your Own Essential Oil Spray
Essential oils like tamanu oil and eucalyptus oil are like the pocketknives of wellness tools, helping…
By Katie Morton
How to make an air freshener and essential oil diffuser at home
August 07, 2018
How to make an air freshener and essential oil diffuser at home
How nice is it to walk through the door and notice that your home smells…
By Katie Morton
Homemade Drain Cleaners That Are Safe, Natural, and Actually Work
July 31, 2018
Homemade Drain Cleaners That Are Safe, Natural, and Actually Work
There are few things more annoying than clogged, smelly drains. If there's one thing that's…
By Katie Morton
Grab the soap: This is how often you should *really* clean your dog's food bowl
July 31, 2018
Grab the soap: This is how often you should *really* clean your dog's food bowl
You probably (hopefully, is more like it) don't eat out of the same bowl repeatedly…
By Tehrene Firman
Have a tiny kitchen? This genius dish drying rack will change your life
July 31, 2018
Have a tiny kitchen? This genius dish drying rack will change your life
You don't really learn about the power of the human spirit until you're stuck in…
By Tamim Alnuweiri
DIY your own nontoxic laundry detergent using just 4 household ingredients
July 30, 2018
DIY your own nontoxic laundry detergent using just 4 household ingredients
When you're going chemical-free, cleaning up what goes in your body is only part of…
By Tehrene Firman
Watch your back, baking soda: This multitasking DIY cleaning ingredient is about to be *everywhere*
July 20, 2018
Watch your back, baking soda: This multitasking DIY cleaning ingredient is about to be *everywhere*
When it comes to making your home look and feel squeaky-clean, you can always depend…
By Tehrene Firman
Never dust your home's hard-to-reach nooks and crannies again, thanks to this simple hack
July 19, 2018
Never dust your home's hard-to-reach nooks and crannies again, thanks to this simple hack
Being the busy lady you are, sometimes it's just not feasible (or a priority, for that…
By Kells McPhillips
These are the 6 germiest places in your home—here's how to deal
July 04, 2018
These are the 6 germiest places in your home—here's how to deal
Your germaphobic heart undoubtedly skips a beat at the thought of subway poles, port-a-potties at…
By Kate Rockwood
This versatile kitchen staple could actually be food-poisoning hazard
June 11, 2018
This versatile kitchen staple could actually be food-poisoning hazard
You can avoid romaine lettuce (for now), double-check expiration dates, and frequently microwave your sponge,…
By Tamim Alnuweiri
Your air conditioner is totally disgusting—here's how to clean it
June 01, 2018
Your air conditioner is totally disgusting—here's how to clean it
Sorry, Drake, but by the time June 1 rolls around there's one thing in the…
By Zoe Weiner
7 healthy home products this fashion blogger-slash-supermom swears by
May 17, 2018
7 healthy home products this fashion blogger-slash-supermom swears by
Fashion blogger Rach Parcell's style might best be described as vintage-chic-meets-cool-girl—with just a touch of pizzazz.…
By Kells McPhillips
The 1-minute hack to kill nasty bacteria on your kitchen sponge
May 17, 2018
The 1-minute hack to kill nasty bacteria on your kitchen sponge
In case you didn't already know, you should be cleaning your kitchen sponge on the…
By Jenna Adrian-Diaz
How to keep your kitchen *really* clean, according to restaurant pros
May 14, 2018
How to keep your kitchen *really* clean, according to restaurant pros
For professional chefs, the kitchen is the kingdom, which means it’s absolutely necessary to keep things spotless.…
By Zoe Weiner
This is *exactly* how often you should be washing your sheets this spring and summer
May 08, 2018
This is *exactly* how often you should be washing your sheets this spring and summer
Warm weather may mean more rooftop cocktails and outdoor workouts, but it also means there’s…
By Zoe Weiner
How to keep your bath mat *really* clean
May 07, 2018
How to keep your bath mat *really* clean
Bath mats have two speeds: Fluffy and amazing or really, really gross. When they’re good, they’re…
By Zoe Weiner
Here's what you should and shouldn't do when washing your produce
May 04, 2018
Here's what you should and shouldn't do when washing your produce
As salad devotees across the country are well aware, an E. coli outbreak spawned by…
By Tamim Alnuweiri
News flash: You're probably not washing your bras often enough
May 02, 2018
News flash: You're probably not washing your bras often enough
Very few people wash their bras correctly—seriously, how many women do you know who actually hand-wash…
By Tamim Alnuweiri
Yes, there's an accepted order of operations for dusting—are you doing it wrong?
May 02, 2018
Yes, there's an accepted order of operations for dusting—are you doing it wrong?
Sorry, stylish cleaning mavens: Those cute French-girl-style feather dusters actually spread more dust than they collect—but even…
By Tehrene Firman
Spring clean your living space in 10 minutes flat
April 30, 2018
Spring clean your living space in 10 minutes flat
Now that the weather is nice, who wants to set aside an entire weekend to…
By Zoe Weiner
How to use vinegar to keep your living space bug-free
April 27, 2018
How to use vinegar to keep your living space bug-free
Spring is (finally) here, and those warmer temps are a gift after what seemed like…
By Tehrene Firman
How to unclog your toilet with two household ingredients when your plunger is on the fritz
April 25, 2018
How to unclog your toilet with two household ingredients when your plunger is on the fritz
Being stuck in a situation where your toilet is clogged and there's no plunger in…
By Tehrene Firman
3 ways you’re likely storing your toothbrush wrong—and inviting bacteria into your mouth
April 24, 2018
3 ways you’re likely storing your toothbrush wrong—and inviting bacteria into your mouth
Even if you use feng shui principles to organize your home, it's totally plausible that you…
By Tamim Alnuweiri
The essential oil blend that gets your dirty dishes clean, care of Shiva Rose
April 24, 2018
The essential oil blend that gets your dirty dishes clean, care of Shiva Rose
Get ready to restock your essential oils drawer for an unexpected new reason: In addition…
By Zoe Weiner
You should be changing your kitchen sponges more often than you think
April 23, 2018
You should be changing your kitchen sponges more often than you think
File it under life's most frustrating truths: The items that you use to clean the…
By Tamim Alnuweiri
How to spring clean your home—the non-toxic way
April 17, 2018
How to spring clean your home—the non-toxic way
It's spring cleaning time, and for many people, that means using harsh chemicals all over…
By Sophia Gushée
PSA: Bathroom hand dryers are actually blowing around gross bacteria
April 17, 2018
PSA: Bathroom hand dryers are actually blowing around gross bacteria
We all know that using hand dryers instead of paper towels is great for the…
By Tehrene Firman
5 cleaning products the Well+Good team swears by for a spring home refresh
April 16, 2018
5 cleaning products the Well+Good team swears by for a spring home refresh
The transitional time between winter and spring is a universally known window for tidying your space…
By Tamim Alnuweiri
Why you should think twice about wearing new clothes before washing them
April 12, 2018
Why you should think twice about wearing new clothes before washing them
While shopping during your self-care Sunday, perhaps you score a great hoodie and pair of…
By Tamim Alnuweiri
Why this pantry staple is also a spring cleaning all-star
April 10, 2018
Why this pantry staple is also a spring cleaning all-star
Whether you’re squeezing them into your daily detox water or using them to amp up your…
By Zoe Weiner
3 DIY (and under $5) solutions to combat common laundry problems
April 09, 2018
3 DIY (and under $5) solutions to combat common laundry problems
Natural deodorant wearers and gym lovers can attest: When doing the laundry, yellow armpit rings…
By Jenna Adrian-Diaz
The busy woman's spring cleaning guide for a total home refresh
April 08, 2018
The busy woman's spring cleaning guide for a total home refresh
On a list of favorite ways to welcome spring, deep cleaning your pad comes way…
By Well+Good Editors
Exclusive: This OG wellness brand is launching a home cleaning line
April 03, 2018
Exclusive: This OG wellness brand is launching a home cleaning line
It's been a long time since I last dropped a piece of food onto a…
By Erin Bunch
The all-natural cleaning products you need to tidy your entire home
April 02, 2018
The all-natural cleaning products you need to tidy your entire home
Nothing inspires me to crack the windows and deep-clean my pad more than the arrival…
By Joann Pan
Naturally deodorize small spaces in your home with *just* essential oil, a jar, and…rice
March 30, 2018
Naturally deodorize small spaces in your home with *just* essential oil, a jar, and…rice
It's usually pretty simple to air out smell issues in the sprawling, open areas of your…
By Tamim Alnuweiri
Could this new kitchen appliance make foodborne illness a thing of the past?
March 19, 2018
Could this new kitchen appliance make foodborne illness a thing of the past?
When bacteria like E. coli or salmonella strike, they mean business—specifically on your poor intestines. Right…
By Tehrene Firman
Toxic cleaning products can be as harmful as smoking, according to a new study
February 21, 2018
Toxic cleaning products can be as harmful as smoking, according to a new study
Even homes with a fridge full of organic food and bathrooms stocked with covetable clean…
By Emily Laurence
Combine these two kitchen staples to get the softest bedsheets ever
February 19, 2018
Combine these two kitchen staples to get the softest bedsheets ever
Bringing food into your bedroom isn't usually a recipe for success (something I've learned after…
By Tamim Alnuweiri
Seasonal affective disorder have you down? Tidying up may help
February 07, 2018
Seasonal affective disorder have you down? Tidying up may help
For some people, having "the winter blues" is more than just a figure of speech: seasonal…
By Tamim Alnuweiri
9 laundry hampers that'll make your dirty duds look high design
January 24, 2018
9 laundry hampers that'll make your dirty duds look high design
The most aesthetically-challenged decor items in a given home sanctuary tend to center upon receptacles…
By Tamim Alnuweiri
The simple cotton-ball hack that could solve your stinky trash can problems
January 22, 2018
The simple cotton-ball hack that could solve your stinky trash can problems
There is no problem too big or too small for essential oils. Can't sleep? Try…
By Tamim Alnuweiri
1 2 3 4 5