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Adulting
Cleaning, Laundry, & Maintenance
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Adulting
Welcome to Adulthood!
Apartments & Living Spaces
Cars
Cleaning, Laundry, & Maintenance
Cooking & Gardening
Finance
Jobs & Career
Throughout the House/Apartment
A Smarter Way to Clean Your Home
How to clean each part of your home from the NY Times
The Ultimate Cleaning Checklist
Get a checklist for how often you should be cleaning around the house.
What Cleaners Do I Use?
Find out what types of cleaners you can use on different types of surfaces.
8 Homemade Cleaners That Actually Work, According to Cleaning Experts
22 Cleaning Problems You Can Solve with Baking Soda
How to Clean Almost Everything with Vinegar
In the Kitchen
How to Load a Dishwasher
Yes, this actually makes a difference in how well your dishes get cleaned.
Dishwashing Made Easy
How to Deep Clean Your Fridge
In honor of November 15, which is National Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day, clean that fridge out!
How to Deep Clean Your Oven with Baking Soda
In the Bathroom
Deep-Clean Your Bathroom in 10 Steps
The Ultimate Guide to Cleaning a Toilet
Let it shine!
In the Laundry Room
How to Do Laundry
This NY Times article covers everything from different washer and dryer settings, fabric maintenance, and stain removal.
How to Iron
Explains how to iron shirts, pants, skirts, and dresses.
How to Sew a Button on a Coat or Jacket
Modern Mending: How to Patch a Hole, Mend a Seam, and Fix a Hem
Basic Maintenance
How to Unclog a Toilet
For a severe clog that may require chemicals or harsher tools to unclog, make sure to contact your landlord or a plumber to avoid damaging pipes.
How to Unclog a Drain
For a severe clog that may require chemicals or harsher tools to unclog, make sure to contact your landlord or a plumber to avoid damaging pipes.
Put Together a Basic Household Toolkit
How to Hang a Picture Frame
What Is a Circuit Breaker Panel?
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