Cleaning

With the opening facing up or down? How should glasses be stored in the cabinet?

Everyday Question Up or Down? The Right Way to Store Glasses in the Cabinet

Storing Glasses: Should They Be Upright or Upside Down? Tips on the Best Method and What Else to Consider When Organizing.

Not every vacuum robot can effortlessly clean carpets.

Challenging Cleaning Which Carpets Are a Challenge for Robot Vacuums?

Vacuum robots are excellent for cleaning smooth surfaces. But how well do they handle different types of carpets?

Towels should be washed regularly, especially if they are used by sick individuals.

Inquired How Often Should You Really Wash Towels?

How Often Should Towels Be Washed? Is 40 Degrees Enough? An Expert Explains What Matters in Changing, Washing, and Drying.

Effective Cleaning Blackened Pan Bottom? Testing 3 Home Remedies

Black deposits on the underside of pans can be removed with home remedies. myHOMEBOOK tested three cleaning tricks.

Many people clean their bathrooms thoroughly but still miss a few spots.

Weekly cleaning 4 Spots Almost Everyone Forgets to Clean in the Bathroom

You should clean the bathroom weekly, but often some spots are overlooked. myHOMEBOOK lists the items that tend to be neglected.

The space between the oven door can be a challenge to clean.

Tried a Cleaning Hack Can You Clean the Oven With a Sock?

The oven is used daily by many. However, when cleaning the appliance, people often forget the door. A trick is said to help with the cleaning.

On Halloween, some costumes can be a bit bloodier. But can you wash the fake blood out of your clothes afterward?

Expert Explains Fake Blood on Clothing? How to Remove Stains After Halloween

Fake Blood on Clothing? myHOMEBOOK Explains How to Remove Stubborn Stains and Which Products Really Work

Although many might assume otherwise, the toilet is not the dirtiest item in the house.

Unexpected! Household Items That Are Often Dirtier Than the Toilet

The toilet is mistakenly considered particularly unhygienic. In fact, there are other things in the household that are dirtier.

Optimal Use This Simple Trick Creates More Space on the Drying Rack

Often, the space on the drying rack isn't enough. But with a simple trick, you can make full use of the available space.

Few people know the purpose of the white cap on the radiator.

Good to Know The Important Function of the White Cap on the Radiator

Next to the radiator, you often find a white cap. You may ask yourself what it is for. myHOMEBOOK explains its purpose.

Bacteria continue to accumulate over time on a toilet lid and seat, even with regular cleaning.

Follow-Up How Often You Should Really Replace the Toilet Seat

The toilet is often labeled as a breeding ground for bacteria. But how dirty is the toilet seat really, and how often should it be replaced?

Clean Start Which Areas Are Most Important for Fall Cleaning

myHOMEBOOK reveals what matters in fall cleaning and which areas deserve special attention.

Freshly washed bed linens should always smell clean. However, sometimes they end up smelling musty in the closet.

Expert Explains Why Bed Linens Get Musty in the Closet and What Really Helps

Bedding Suddenly Smells Musty in the Closet? Common Mistakes and How to Keep Textiles Fresh Longer

A life hack suggests you can clean your washing machine with a dishwasher tablet. But does it really work?

Lifehack Under the Microscope Can You Clean a Washing Machine With a Dishwasher Tablet?

A simple trick is said to clean the washing machine. But can a dishwasher tablet really help with the cleaning?

The bedsheets smell fresh after washing, but how often should you put them in the washing machine?

Better Hygiene While Sleeping How Often Experts Say You Should Really Wash Your Bedding

Changing the bedding is a chore that few people enjoy. However, it's important to wash bed linens regularly.

Dryer water can easily be repurposed for other household uses.

Reuse Sensibly Leftover Dryer Water? Here's How You Can Use It at Home

The leftover dryer water can be easily reused in the household. myHOMEBOOK explains the benefits of this water.

The slime in the washing machine's detergent drawer can be easily removed with home remedies and water.

Everyday Question Answered Why a Slime Film Forms in the Washing Machine Detergent Drawer

Slimy residue in the washing machine detergent drawer? An expert explains to myHOMEBOOK what's really behind it and how to get rid of it.

Good to Know 6 Things You Shouldn't Clean in the Washing Machine

Some items should not be cleaned in the washing machine, as they may lose their function or damage the machine.

Getting Rid of Unpleasant Odors How to Properly Clean Your Dirndl Without Ruining the Fabric

After Oktoberfest, proper care is essential. Here's how to wash a dirndl without damaging the fabric or fit.

Dish towels are often left lying around after drying.

Budget Dish Towel After Washing Dishes? A Microbiologist Advises

Leaving your dish towel damp creates favorable conditions for certain germs. A microbiologist explains how significant the risk is.

It is often recommended to shake out shirts after washing to prevent wrinkles.

Follow-Up Should You Always Shake Out Laundry Before Hanging It?

For many, shaking out freshly laundered clothes is just part of the routine. MyHOMEBOOK explains whether this extra step is actually worthwhile.

Carefully Winterize How to Properly Prepare Your Sun Umbrella for Winter

If you want to properly store your sun umbrella for the winter, you should prepare and store it skillfully. This way, the fabric and frame will remain intact for a long time.

Cotton swabs can be used in various ways around the house

Versatile Use 5 Ways to Use Cotton Swabs Around the House

Many people primarily use cotton swabs for hygiene reasons. However, they can also be quite useful for other household purposes.

Lemon is considered a popular home remedy, even for cleaning the oven. But is that really true?

Kitchen Trick Tested Cleaning the Oven With a Lemon–Is It Possible?

A household tip is gaining popularity: Can an oven be easily cleaned with a lemon? myHOMEBOOK put it to the test.

Expert Explains Why Fabric Softener Has a Bad Reputation–and What’s Really True

Fabric softener doesn't have a good reputation with many people. But what's behind this? myHOMEBOOK spoke with an expert.

Stubborn stains on a ceramic cooktop are generally difficult to remove.

Life Hack Put to the Test Simple Home Remedy Makes Ceramic Cooktop Shine Again

A household tip suggests cleaning a crusted ceramic cooktop with a dishwasher tablet. myHOMEBOOK tested the trick.

Various factors can cause laundry to come out damp from the dryer.

Budget Laundry Stays Damp in the Dryer? An Overview of Causes

If laundry comes out of the dryer damp, there could be several reasons behind it. myHOMEBOOK reveals what they are.

One might think there's not much to consider when washing bed linens—but that's incorrect. In fact, there are several common mistakes you should definitely avoid.

Clean Bedroom 5 Mistakes to Avoid When Washing Bed Linens

Washing laundry is one of the everyday household tasks. However, a lot can go wrong. myHOMEBOOK highlights common mistakes.

Glycerin is considered a tried-and-true trick for cleaning windows. Does it really help?

Simple Cleaning Why Some Experts Add Glycerin to Window Cleaning Water

Cleaning windows with glycerin is said to keep dirt away longer. An expert explains the trick behind it and what to keep in mind.

Practical Cleaning Tips These Home Remedies Will Make Your Baking Sheet Clean Again

Even with simple household remedies that almost everyone has at home, you can clean a baking sheet of stubborn dirt.

Budget Many ignore this part of the dishwasher and risk costly damage

Cleaning the dishwasher filter is often neglected. myHOMEBOOK spoke with an expert about the consequences.

Beware of Mold Why You Should Wash Your Shower Curtain More Often

Bacteria and dirt accumulate on shower curtains. myHOMEBOOK explains how often they should be washed.

Dust accumulates particularly quickly on windowsills.

House Cleaning Assistance How the Hotel Trick Reduces Dust in Your Home

Dust on furniture, shelves, and smooth surfaces can be annoying. myHOMEBOOK explains a trick to solve this problem.

Did You Know? Why Clothespins Have Two Different Openings

If you take a closer look at a traditional clothespin, you might wonder what the two differently sized openings are for.

Frosch is considered the market leader in cleaning products, but how does the company actually produce them?

Not Just Cleaning Products How and Where Does the Frosch Brand Produce?

Frosch is one of the most well-known manufacturers of cleaning products. But where does the company produce its goods, and how sustainable is it?

Observe Care Instructions Cleaning Hack Promises to Save Black Sinks–But Expert Advises Against It!

Cockpit spray is said to help clean black sinks and make them water-repellent. But does it really work?

Sole Made from Natural Materials Goodbye, Summer! How to Properly Care for and Clean Espadrilles

Espadrilles are an essential part of the summer shoe wardrobe. myHOMEBOOK shares tips on how to clean this trendy footwear.