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A new device might make it easier for you to have a green thumb.

New Device Could Allow Your Houseplants to Communicate When They’re Stressed

Researchers have created a sensor that monitors plant stress, which could one day be a game-changer for anyone with a black thumb.

To hang or not to hang, that is the question.

5 Garments You Should Never Hang in a Closet—Plus the Right Way to Store the Rest of Your Clothes

Some garments deserve the hanger treatment, while others belong in a dresser. From winter sweaters to dresses and jeans, discover the best way to store your favorite clothes here.

Room temperature is a frame of reference.

What Exactly Is ‘Room Temperature’?

Misunderstanding room temperature can have some surprisingly serious consequences.

Houses in Californian cities fetch a high price.

The 10 Most and Least Expensive U.S. Cities to Buy a Home

Find out where home prices are the lowest and highest across the U.S.

Here‘s how to keep your kicks looking fresh.

How to Clean Your Dirty White Sneakers

Bring your white shoes back to life with these steps.

You Probably Have a Favorite Burner—and You’re Probably Using It Wrong

Each burner technically has a name and a specific purpose, which means there's a chance you've been using your stovetop incorrectly this whole time.

7 of the Most Valuable Vintage Pyrex Dishes That Are Worth Collecting

The patterns on these vintage Pyrex dishes aren’t just eye-catching—they also make this classic kitchenware extremely valuable among collectors.

The 10 Best States to Move to for a Fresh Start

New York, California, and Texas come out on top.

They'll stay good for longer than you might think.

10 Surprising Foods You Probably Didn’t Know You Can Freeze

Grocery shopping on a budget? Here are some essential foods that you probably didn’t expect can hold up well inside of a freezer.

The ultimate cheat code to winter coziness.

13 Toasty Tips for Staying Warm in Cold Weather

You’d be surprised by the ways you can keep yourself warm—and these budget-friendly winter hacks can help, too.

Does Dish Soap Ever Go Bad?

Common household cleaning products like dish soap and laundry detergent might get forgotten about for years before being found and used. Will they still be effective?

Do Pillows Really “Expire”?

Pillows work tirelessly to hold your head up. Here's how to know when they've had enough.

Baking and food items were most popular.

The Most Popular Heart-Shaped Item in Each State, Mapped

From heart-shaped waffles to bathtubs, see what your home state is searching for this Valentine’s Day.

The Right Way to Fold Fitted Sheets

When it comes to folding fitted sheets, there's a right, and wrong, way to go about things.

This Baked Brie Dip With Hot Honey and Plums Is a Classy Addition to Any Party

Looking for a simple crowd-pleaser? Try this baked brie dip from the Institute of Culinary Education.

You definitely don‘t want this stuff going down your pipes.

How to Use Kitty Litter to Dispose of Old Cooking Oil

You may already know not to pour cooking oil down the sink, but properly disposing of it in the trash presents its own challenges.

If you see frost, it's a sign to back off.

Can You Still Mow Your Lawn in the Winter?

When it comes to cold-weather lawn care, this is one chore that can definitely wait until spring—with a couple of exceptions.

You can start by turning the thermometer down.

10 Smart Ways To Lower Your Heating Bill This Winter

These money-saving tips can help renters and homeowners manage high heating bills all season long.

6 Misconceptions About Cooking

Don’t believe everything your parents taught you about navigating the kitchen.

Some situations require sterilization, while sanitizing works fine in others.

Sanitize vs. Disinfect vs. Sterilize: What‘s the Difference?

Learn the key differences between sanitizing, disinfecting, and sterilizing to properly clean your home and protect your health.

Might want to change into a clean pair, though.

Is Sleeping With Your Socks on Actually a Good Thing?

You might think it’s gross, but some sleep experts swear that the key to a better night’s rest is sleeping with your socks on.

This Apple Frangipane Tart Is an Impressive End to Any Meal

Make this classic French pastry recipe your next baking project.

The 10 Most Popular Songs to Listen to While Doing Chores

See the top cleaning songs that get people moving, from ”I Wanna Dance with Somebody” to ”HOT TO GO!”

You Can Earn $1500 For Organizing Your Kitchen

If you resolved to organize your kitchen in 2025, this contest is pretty good motivation.