A cleaner, healthier home starts with stopping dust before it settles—simple habits can greatly reduce buildup. Keep dust ...

We rarely think about cleaning the appliances that clean, like dishwashers and washing machines. If you think about all the ...

Dryer sheets make quick work of dusting baseboards. Here's how to use a dryer sheet to prevent dust buildup on baseboards, ...

Skirting boards tend to attract a lot of dust, but there is a simple way to keep them clean for a long time without having to ...

Curtains can accumulate a lot of dust over time. Wash or vacuum curtains to remove the build-up of dust. Choose drapery that can be laundered or replace with blinds that can be dusted regularly. Sofas ...

Dear Heloise: Not too long ago, you suggested using a small paintbrush to dust lampshades. The best thing to use to dust a smooth lampshade is not a lint roller but rather a hand vacuum. A paintbrush ...