Water bottles can develop a stubborn mold problem in those rubbery lids and straws. These steps remove tough mold from water bottles so they're safe to drink from.

The method: Cover the sticker with peanut butter and let it sit for at least 5 minutes (depending on the thickness of the ...

From degreasing pans to removing scuffs, coffee grounds have some surprising household cleaning uses. Coffee grounds can clean and degrease pans effectively due to their abrasive texture and natural ...

WD-40 is one of the go-to tools for fixing almost any problem, but it's not safe on everything. So what happens if you use it ...

Scientists are turning to milk proteins, starch, and nanoclay to create biodegradable plastics that break down quickly in soil. As concerns grow about damage to the environment and potential risks to ...

Stubborn stains can be removed from silverware with household staples such as baking soda, lemon juice, vinegar, or ...

Dust bunnies don’t just multiply under your couch -- they’re hoarding plastic. Scientists have discovered that everyday items ...

Microplastics can leach into food through various mechanisms, so what about the microwave? I asked a professor of public health and a toxicologist about the risks and how to nuke safely in 2025.

Fat and oil inevitably splatter in your oven during cooking. Over time, these grease splatters coat the oven's interior and form a sticky film. Many people reach for powerful chemical oven cleaners to ...

Some of the hardest kitchen tasks are cleaning your cooking appliances, as grease, crumbs, and grime quickly build up and bake on to them. And this can happen all too quickly in a toaster oven, where ...