Geraldine has over a decade of experience writing within the home improvement sector. Additionally, she has unique first-hand renovation experience as the previous owner of a house-flipping business.

There are endless cleaning tips out there, some helpful, others not so much, so it can be tricky to know where to start. From kitchens to bathrooms, living rooms to bedrooms, the list of chores (and ...

The first step to getting your kids to clean their room is to be open about the process. The more information you give the more they will understand.

Life often slows down in the winter: fewer guests, fewer plans, chores put off due to 5 p.m. sunsets. But that’s where a spring-cleaning checklist comes in. Springtime is synonymous with a clean and ...

Peter is a writer and editor for the CNET How-To team. He has been covering technology, software, finance, sports and video games since working for @Home Network and Excite in the 1990s. Peter managed ...

I love the luxury of taking my time, and that even applies to cleaning. But when I’m moving or tackling big organization projects, though, the clock can feel like a daunting presence. Rooms seem too ...

I am notorious for not cleaning my room. Usually, the problem is my reluctance to put away a pile of clothes after a long day. But, over the past few weeks, what began as a pile has slowly escalated ...

Wood heat is one of the few home comforts that still feels elemental–but it rewards discipline. Treat chimney cleaning and ...