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Surprisingly Dirty Places in Your Home
Shower DrainIt can get clogged by hair and soap. And if you use your shower infrequently, larvae can develop in the drain, which can lead to flies in your bathroom, says CR home writer Keith Flamer, who dealt with this mysterious insect phenomenon while awaiting a shower renovation. What to do: For clogs, you can try using a plunger first,…
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What is the Dirty Screen Effect and how can you tell if your TV has it?
If you’ve spent enough time immersed in the world of TV — and I sure have — you might’ve heard about something called the Dirty Screen Effect, or DSE for short. Despite the name, the Dirty Screen Effect has nothing to do with busting out the microfiber towel and cleaning your TV screen (though you should probably do that soon).…
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These 5 habits are making your mattress dirty — here’s why and how to stop
When it comes to a good night’s sleep, a clean mattress is essential. But many of us are unknowingly making our mattresses dirty. From a late night snack to a quick cuddle with your pets, these seemingly innocent habits transform your bedroom sanctuary into an unhealthy space. And that could be harming your sleep quality. Investing in the best mattress…
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The Best Ways to Clean Dirty Grout
Lindsey Ellefson is Lifehacker’s Features Editor. She currently covers study and productivity hacks, as well as household and digital decluttering, and oversees the freelancers on the sex and relationships beat. She spent most of her pre-Lifehacker career covering media and politics for outlets like Us Weekly, CNN, The Daily Dot, Mashable, Glamour, and InStyle. In recent years, her freelancing has…
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