Drawing from the experience Consumer Reports experts have picked up from their own home cleaning duties, we’ve found that cleaning a living room doesn’t have to be an all-day affair. From wiping down ...

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 ...

When it comes to spring-cleaning, you’ve got to be prepared and organized before you embark on the endeavor that is getting every room in your house spick and span. Read: You’ll need a thorough spring ...

What they say is true: A clean space allows you to have a clear mind (and a messy space can have the opposite effect). When ...

We have all been through it: The semester begins, work accumulates, and our rooms begin to look like rats’ nests, making it impossible to find that one textbook we needed for the next class. Your ...

Keeping your dorm room clean can feel like a huge chore, especially when you're worried about passing Biology and making it ...

When it comes to hotel cleaning failures, the one Bill Mapp saw on a recent trip to Richmond, Virginia, is a standout. After checking in and getting settled at an all-suites property, Mapp, a ...

Being told to “Clean your room!” can trigger feelings of frustration, overwhelm and disdain in the best of us. In honor of #NationalCleanYourRoomDay, here are a few pro tips to encourage kids of all ...

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 ...