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Expert Videos on Cleaning, DIY Hacks, and More

CR Cleaning Expert Jodhaira Rodriguez tackles grimy jobs, evaluates popular products, and finds out which home hacks are worth trying.

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Keeping your home—and everything in it—looking its best doesn’t have to cost a lot or take all day. CR’s Jodhaira Rodriguez has smart ways to make the work easier and get better results.

Watch her transform stained grout, compare glass cleaners and bar soaps, investigate dish detergent sheets, try a budget kitchen makeover, find renter-friendly ways to hang things, and more.

DIY Grout Cleaner (That Really Works)

You don’t need a pricey specialized cleanser to get your shower clean. Make stains disappear with this simple homemade version.

Best Glass Cleaners

Which formulas leave glass sparkling? Jodhaira compared popular options to find the standouts.

Are Dish Detergent Sheets as Good as Liquid?

See whether this eco-friendly alternative can hold its own against traditional detergent.

The Top Bar Soaps From Our Tests

Because we have to clean ourselves, too … Jodhaira tested 11 popular soaps to find the least drying and longest-lasting options.

We Tried This Budget-Friendly Kitchen Update

Vinyl wrapping is touted as an “easy,” less expensive way to give cabinets and appliances a new look—but can a novice DIYer get good results? Jodhaira put seven products to the test.

Adhesive Hooks and Strips That Stay Up (and Don’t Damage Walls)

Looking for a renter-friendly way to hang things without damaging walls? Jodhaira found some reliable choices. Just don’t use them for shelves!