Winter brings with it some tumultuous weather which can be tough for our garden plants to handle. But fear not, with a few preparatory steps we can make sure our gardens are just fine outside, as we cosy up with a blanker indoors. Follow these steps to make sure your border, potted and feature plants …

Whether you use liquid fabric softener or dryer sheets, these products soften fibers to help reduce wrinkles, diminish static cling and add a bit of fragrance to your laundry. But using them on certain materials can actually have a negative effect on fibers. Carolyn Forte, director of the Good Housekeeping Institute Cleaning Lab, says to …

We’ve all seen those white, powdery spots that coat cardboard boxes stashed in a damp basement or black gunk in the corners of the shower. It’s mildew, a mold that feeds off of fabric, wallpaper, ceiling tiles, wood or any organic surface exposed to excessive water, poor ventilation and no direct sunlight. A small amount …

PRIORITIZE WHERE YOU POSITION THINGS “Be mindful of accessibility when placing items in the closet,” says Amelia Meena, a professional organizer and founder of Appleshine. “ Less frequently used items (bathing suits, snow gear, etc.) should go up high and out of reach. Items you use regularly (everyday wardrobe pieces, kids’ toys, or supplies) should …

Well-seasoned cast iron cookware provides one of the best surfaces for cooking, since it heats foods evenly and can do just about anything — including go on the stove or in the oven. That said, it’s a notoriously tricky material to clean and maintain if you don’t know what you’re doing. Follow this advice from …