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You Might Be Storing Your Bread All Wrong

If you think a bread box or plastic bag is the answer, you're not rising to the occasion.

Don't let a dirty baking sheet defeat you.

The Best Way to Clean Baking Sheets, According to a Professional Chef

The tough, stuck-on messes on your baking sheets require aggressive cleaning products.

There's a Better Way to Use Your Potato Peeler

The blade of your potato peeler swivels for a good reason.

20 Practical Housewarming Gifts New Homeowners Could Actually Use

When it comes to the best housewarming gifts, what new homeowners really need are the practical basics. Tool kits, painting supplies, leak detectors, and cleaners will make settling into a new house much easier.

Want Cleaner Air at Home? You Can Get One of Amazon’s Best Air Purifiers on Sale for 40 Percent Off

Want cleaner air at home? You can get a Winix air purifier for 40 percent off right now on Amazon.

You’re Not Mopping Your Floors Enough

Mopping may be a necessary task, but it’s not inherently clear how often we’re supposed to be making it happen. That’s why Mental Floss and Roborock have teamed up to get to the bottom of it.

Presented by: Roborock

You'll get vivid picture quality, even through rainstorms.

This Security Camera Is Great for Outdoor Areas and Costs Just $33

The Wyze Cam v3 is a versatile security camera that works indoors and outdoors, and you can get it on Amazon for just $33.

This Halibut Ceviche Is the Easiest Seafood Dish You'll Make This Summer

The halibut in this ceviche "cooks" in a simple lime marinade.

Not a lot of time to clean? Not a problem.

6 Simple Tricks For Cleaning Your House in Half The Time

Mental Floss and Roborock have teamed up to share six easy tips for cleaning your house in no time.

Presented by: Roborock

Enlist the help of a robot vacuum to make cleaning a snap.

6 Simple Ways to Keep Your House Spotless Without Compromising Cleanliness

Mental Floss and Roborock have teamed up to share six simple tips for keeping your house clean without compromising cleanliness.

Presented by: Roborock

7 Tips for Growing a Native Plant Garden

Planting native flowers, shrubs, and trees instead of ornamentals or plain grass around your home has a number of long-term environmental benefits.

Help your loved one kickstart their next chapter with these fun (and useful) graduation gifts

16 of the Best Graduation Gifts That New Grads Will Actually Use

From Apple AirPods Pro earbuds to Amazon Basics cookware, the best graduation gifts can help new grads kickstart their next chapter in style.

Big Poo-Tential: Researchers in Japan Built a House Using Old Diapers

Civil engineer Siswanti Zuraida built a concrete structure using diapers that would otherwise sit in a landfill for decades, making for a literal brick sh-t house.

Garden Soil vs. Potting Soil: What's the Difference?

The differences between garden soil and potting soil shouldn’t be ignored.

First Floor or Top Floor? How to Decide Where to Live in an Apartment Building

Pets, noise tolerance, and how much you like rats can all help determine which floor is right for you.

If you find yourself in this situation, don't panic.

How to Remove Stubborn Ketchup and Mustard Stains

Use these tips to remove stubborn ketchup and mustard stains from your clothing.

The 25 U.S. Cities Retirees Love Most

When it’s time to settle down, these cities offer a nice mix of low cost of living, warm weather, and all-night gambling.

Someone better check on Abbi from "Broad City."

Bed Bath & Beyond Is Closing Its Doors Forever—Here’s What To Know

The retailer recently filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and plans to liquidate its remaining stores. Here’s what Bed Bath & Beyond’s closing sales mean for coupons, returns, and more.

How to Tell If Your Bottle of Wine Has Gone Bad

Before tossing out an old bottle of wine, use this test to determine its freshness.

You'll need a fortune to relocate to these areas.

The Most Expensive Neighborhood in Each State, Mapped

Waterfront property in Florida isn't cheap.

Pets shed and can cause all kinds of messes—but experts say these products can help.

The 15 Best Pet Cleanup Products, According to Experts

These pet-safe cleaning products can tackle common messes so you don’t have to work as hard, and they’re all recommended by experts.

Spring has sprung—and so have the savings.

The Best Deals on Amazon To Help You Tackle Your Spring Cleaning To-Do List

Whether you need to scrub your floors or organize your fridge, these spring cleaning deals on Amazon can help you tackle every task on your to-do list.

Use Warm Water to Revive Wilted Lettuce With This Simple Kitchen Hack

A quick and simple trick can revive wilted greens in less time than it takes to go grocery shopping.

Got the Keys: 10 of the Most Affordable Housing Markets in the U.S.

The housing market is a nightmare, but there are still some areas where home ownership is within reach for average income earners.

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