Home & Kitchen Guides

Short, practical how-tos for everyday kitchen and household jobs.

How to Remove Pet Hair from Clothes and Sofas

Six ways to get pet hair off clothes, sofas and car seats: from a rubber glove and the tumble dryer to reusable hair removers and rollers.

What causes a slow kitchen drain and what to do about it: fat, food scraps, coffee grounds, a sink strainer, and safe ways to clear a mild clog.

How to machine-wash bras, tights and delicate clothes without tangling or stretching: mesh bags, temperature, spin speed and drying.

A simple routine for cleaning a reusable water bottle, including the lid, straw and rubber seal, and how to deal with smells and stains.

How quickly to cool food, how long leftovers keep in the fridge and freezer, and how to reheat them: simple food-safety habits for the home kitchen.