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  • A stack of paper towels next to a microwave
    By Kristeen Cherney 3 days ago

    Before You Put That Paper Towel In The Microwave, Read This

    Paper towels don't burst into flames when you stick them in a microwave, but that doesn't mean they're safe. Here's what you need to know to nuke them safely.

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  • The appliance section of home depot
    By Ryan Cashman 4 days ago

    The Hidden Downsides To Buying Appliances At Home Depot

    You can find almost anything at Home Depot, from metal house kits to appliances. But if appliances are what you're in the market for, stick with local stores.

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  • Martha Stewart smiling in Dec 2025
    By Ryan Cashman 6 days ago

    The One Kitchen Upgrade Martha Stewart Says Is Worth Splurging On

    Martha Stewart has long been the guru of all things home, and she's still giving great kitchen advice — including making sure to splurge on this kitchen item.

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  • Close up of the inside of a microwave with a freestanding, elevated rack provided with the unit.
    By Jennifer Davis 13 days ago

    Why Your Microwave's Metal Rack Is Safe (But Other Metals Spark)

    That metal piece inside your microwave isn’t a mistake. There’s a specific reason it behaves differently than other metals — and it’s not an accident.

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  • Man unloading dishes from dishwasher
    By Kathleen Shipman 14 days ago

    The Old-School Dishwasher Habit It's Time To Ditch

    Dishes not coming out clean enough? You might be making this old-school dishwasher mistake. Here's how to avoid it, and what you should be doing instead.

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  • Cluttered and open dishwasher in stylish, contemporary kitchen with white and wood cabinets
    By Gwen Swanson 15 days ago

    Use A Creative Curtain Trick To Cover The Eyesore Of An Ugly Dishwasher

    If you're not a fan of the appearance of your stainless steel dishwasher, hide it behind a curtain to make your kitchen match your aesthetic.

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  • Kitchen appliances on counter
    By Ryan Cashman 17 days ago

    Forget Appliance Garages: There's A Better (& Easier) Way To Organize Appliances

    While an appliance garage may look nice in a kitchen, there's an easier way to get all those pieces organized. Here's the storage solution that may help.

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  • Man in the aisles of a grocery store
    By Christy Rae Ammons 18 days ago

    The Often-Returned Costco Kitchen Item You'll Want To Think Twice About Buying

    Costco is full of great deals and buys, including items for home improvement. However, there's one kitchen item Costco sells that you may want to pass on.

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  • A frustrated woman holds her head while sitting next to a broken dishwasher
    By Emily Ray 21 days ago

    The Worst Dishwasher Brand To Avoid, Backed By Consistently Poor User Reviews

    Dishwasher brands will vary in quality and durability, but there's one appliance brand that seems to constantly come up as the worst in both regards.

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  • A display of vintage Pyrex dishes at a thrift store
    By Jessica Steinhoff 22 days ago

    The Vintage Pyrex Dish To Look For At The Thrift Store For A More Valuable Haul

    This limited-edition Pyrex dish debuted in the 1960s and remains a coveted collectors' item to this day — here's how to spot one at your local thrift store.

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  • Woman cleaning glass cooktop
    By Ryan Cashman 23 days ago

    Clean Your Glass Cooktop So It Shines Like New With This Grease-Cutting Solution

    One of the best products for removing stuck-on grease stains from your glass cooktop might already be sitting in your kitchen. You just have to use it right.

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  • An empty space intended for a stove sits below a kitchen countertop.
    By Jennifer Davis 24 days ago

    New California Law Protects Renters: Your Landlord Must Now Provide These Two Things

    A new California law goes into effect that could change what every renter expects in their apartment — and it affects basic living essentials.

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  • Woman cleaning a kitchen counter with a rag wearing gloves and holding cleaner in the other hand
    By Nicole Wisniewski 1 month ago

    One Of The Best Kitchen Cleaning Products At Costco? It's A Kirkland Classic

    Costco is renowned for its wide array of good deals, and many of them are on its everyday household products. Here is a Kirkland classic fit for any kitchen.

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  • Aisles of a Costco warehouse store
    By Jessica Steinhoff 1 month ago

    Here's Who Actually Makes Costco's Kirkland-Brand Aluminum Foil

    Costco’s Kirkland brand is well-known for its low prices, but as it turns out, there’s an equally well-known brand responsible for making its aluminum foil.

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  • Gloved hand scrubbing a greasy oven
    By Jessica Steinhoff 1 month ago

    The Dishwasher Tablet Hack You Should Be Using To Clean Your Greasy Oven

    Here's how to use dishwasher tablets to clean your oven's door, walls, floor, and rack. In addition to working better than oven cleaners, they might be safer.

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  • man changing a water filter inside his fridge
    By Gabrielle Hondorp 2 months ago

    If You Never Change Your Fridge's Water Filter, Here's What Will Happen

    It's easy to procrastinate when your water filter needs to be changed, but plumbing expert Joseph Wade told Hunker that waiting is riskier than you think.

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  • Wall mounted steam oven
    By Rob Johnstone 2 months ago

    Neither Toaster Ovens Nor Air Fryers: This Appliance Could Replace Your Microwave

    Kitchen appliances come and go, but feels nothing could replace your microwave or airfryer. But that soon could change.

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  • A person pouring liquid detergent into a dishwasher
    By Ron Baker 2 months ago

    Read This Before You Use Liquid Dishwasher Detergent Again

    Liquid dishwasher detergent might be clean & easy, but it's actually the worst option. Here's why pods, tabs, and powder detergents objectively work better.

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  • Vintage ad for 1950s era kitchen
    By Ryan Cashman 2 months ago

    15 Vintage Kitchen Items We Hardly See Anyone Using Today

    Some of these retro kitchen tools and appliances fell out of favor as more efficient options became available, but they would make great conversation pieces.

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  • Hand putting aluminum foil container in a microwave
    By Rob Johnstone 3 months ago

    If You Put Aluminum Foil In Your Microwave, Here's What Will Happen

    It's well-known that aluminum foil isn't well-suited for the microwave, but have you ever wondered why? Here's exactly what makes foil chaotic in the microwave.

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  • vintage copper pots hanging in a kitchen
    By Ryan Cashman 3 months ago

    Proud Secondhand Shopper Shares Photos Of 'Holy Grail' Vintage Kitchen Find: 'Can't Believe I Found One!'

    Nothing feels better than stumbling across the kitchenware of your dreams. But could this holy grail find turn out to be a poisoned chalice?

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  • Green dutch oven cooking food
    By Gabrielle Hondorp 3 months ago

    Costco Shoppers Raved About This Dutch Oven 2-pack—Now It's Back

    Costco has brought back a Dutch oven set that certainly looks the part... but is it actually worth your money? Here's what the online reviews say.

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  • woman shopping for appliances and opening a wall oven
    By Erika Dale 3 months ago

    The 8 Most Reliable Major Appliance Brands Of 2025 So Far

    Buying major appliances is a huge investment, but these brands consistently deliver long lifespans and easy repairs according to real-world data and reviews.

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  • a person wearing an oven glove opens an oven
    By Cayla Leonard 3 months ago

    Stop! Don't Put This Common Cookware In Your Oven Or You'll Regret It

    Cookware belongs in the oven, right? Wrong! To protect yourself and stay healthy, there's one kind you should never allow to heat up too much.

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  • Person wiping greasy buildup off white kitchen cooktop burner
    By Ryan Cashman 3 months ago

    Prevent Sticky Grease From Building Up In Your Kitchen With 3 Simple Tips

    It's a constant battle against grimy buildup in the kitchen, but these easy tips can slow the spread of cooking grease and limit how often you need to clean.

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  • Many electric ovens include an always-on clock
    By Ron Baker 3 months ago

    Is Your Oven Costing You Money When You're Not Using It? Here's What Our Expert Said

    You may not know this, but your oven may be adding to your utility bill. We sat down with an expert to discuss this and learn more on how to save money.

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  • Person throwing away large food scraps down the drain
    By David Kuchta 4 months ago

    This Is What Happens If You Use Your Garbage Disposal Without Running Water

    These handy devices make quick work of food scraps, but are you careful to make sure the water is on every time you use it? Here's why you should.

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