Forget the thrillers and whodunit series; the biggest stumper of all is a mystery stain on your countertop. It's not always obvious where it came from, but knowing the source will help you clean your ...

My sister-in-law swears her kitchen counters have magical powers that attract stains. I think the problem is more closely related to the habits of the members of her household. Even if you live alone, ...

A mixture of warm water and dish soap cuts through grease buildup on countertops. Baking soda and distilled white vinegar are cheap pantry staples you can use to remove stubborn grease on countertops.

Note the location, color, and texture of the stain to figure out what it could be from. Water, grease, and tannin stains will all require different cleaning methods, as will different countertop ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Credit: gutaper/Getty Images My sister-in-law swears her kitchen counters have magical powers that attract stains. I think the ...