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It's absorbent, abrasive, eco-friendly, and inexpensive: Here's why we should all be keeping stocks of salt in our cars, sheds, toolboxes (and yes, our kitchens).

Shop less often and store more food efficiently with one of these convenient, cost-saving appliances.

Refreshing caulk every year or so goes a long way to preventing water damage and mildew. Caulking a shower or tub is an easy DIY, too! Here's how to get professional-looking results.

Keep warm during the cooler months with comfy, soft flannel sheets on the bed.

Be ready when the unexpected strikes with these essential items for flood preparedness.

Get the chore of cleaning toilets done quickly, easily, and admirably well with the right formula for your household.

Add luxury and health benefits to your bath with a top-notch towel warmer that suits your style, space, and budget.

Regularly changing the filter helps protect your furnace from dust and airborne debris, but not all air filters are created equal. This guide highlights what to look for when buying a replacement furnace filter.

Discover the features offered by many of the best gas water heaters.

We gave today's most popular air-fryer toaster ovens a trial run. Find out how well each model fared (pros and cons) in our test kitchen.

Suction power can rid tiles of dust bunnies, dirt, and pet hair. See some of the best vacuums to keep tile floors polished and clean.

Keep this guide handy in case you find yourself having to kickstart your old gas furnace, water heater, oven, or stove.

Dust shouldn’t rain on your head when you want to cool down a room. Learn how easy it is to keep a fan’s blades, lights, and motor clean.

Prevent snow blower interruptions and frustration with a nonstick spray that keeps the augers and chutes clear. Even wet and icy snow won’t slow you down.

Should you scrub the outside or the inside first, or clean top to bottom? Follow these steps to get a sparkling, sanitary bowl in about 10 minutes.

Know exactly what to do and what to avoid when setting up an air purifier so it can run as efficiently as possible. 

If you would like fresh mint for teas and garnishes, keep in mind that growing your own is easy and shouldn’t cost you a mint!

Add under-sink storage while expressing your style with a vanity that suits your bathroom decor, budget, and square footage.

Find a reliable, comfortable air mattress for hosting friends and family or taking along on outdoor adventures.

When Old Man Winter is upon us, lots of folks look for a little boost of warmth. Here’s what happened when I tested a popular small space heater.