"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." It’s that time of year: The weather is getting milder and milder. Hibernation no longer feels necessary ...

When Should You Clean Your Walls? But not every wall should be cleaned. In fact, some walls shouldn’t be cleaned, and should be repainted instead. Ziegelman says, “If there is damage to the paint, ...

Humans built the first walls thousands of years ago, and we’ve been avoiding cleaning them ever since. Smudges around light switches? Of course. A sponge and some gentle soap, and those high-traffic ...

Dear Readers: Make sure to dust your walls before cleaning them. Wash from the bottom up so that the drips won’t make their marks. Clean small areas at a time, then rinse and dry before moving on to ...

White walls provide a fresh, clean look, in a timeless style that makes decorating your home easier. “White wall paint is a great choice if you’re looking to make a room feel bigger because bright ...

Your home might look cozy, but small everyday habits can quietly make it much harder to clean. From how you arrange furniture ...

Whenever a new friend comes over, one of the first things they say to me is that I am "so lucky" to have an exposed brick wall in my apartment. This is true, for the most part, because it's pretty and ...

Did your kids surprise you with some new artwork? Here’s how to get crayon off walls quickly and easily, according to a cleaning expert. Young children and crayons are a terrific combination … but you ...

Curious about cleaning with this magical mystery sponge? Our experts explain what it is and how to use a Magic Eraser like a total pro. Household cleaning products often have flashy names indicating ...

DEAR READERS: Here is another hint for cleaning your walls: Make sure to dust your walls before cleaning them. Wash from the bottom up so that the drips won’t make their marks. Clean small areas at a ...