So many of the home habits I have come straight from what my mother taught me, either overtly or by example. For instance, I always let my bed air out in the morning and open the blinds immediately.

Macy Meyer is a North Carolina native who graduated from UNC-Chapel Hill with a BA in English and a second BA in Journalism. Macy is a Writer on the CNET How-To team, covering a variety of topics, ...

Your vacuum cleaner is often an unsung hero when it comes to maintaining a clean and healthy home. This appliance is a necessity for dirt and debris removal, as well as pollen and dust that might ...

person vacuuming rug in bright living room - Morsa Images/Getty Images Vacuuming is the centerpiece of any good cleaning routine, lifting all the dust, pet hair, and dropped food that inevitably ends ...

Declutter, dust, then vacuum (and mop last if needed). Go slow, overlap passes, use attachments, and maintain the vacuum. Vacuum high-traffic areas often, remove shoes, and use entry mats. If you're ...

Your carpets and floors are prone to dirt, bacteria and creepy crawlies. So how often should you vacuum? For many of us, vacuuming is a thankless, seemingly endless task. As soon as you get done on ...

Tired of pushing dirt around? Try these tips. Does it ever feel like you've just finished vacuuming, only to look down and see dust and pet hair still on the floor? It's a frustrating chore, and ...

Both canister vacuums and upright vacuums have their pros and cons. CNET experts can help you break down the best use cases of both. Alan Bradley is an experienced commerce, tech and culture writer ...

My disdain for vacuuming started when I was 11; I’d often come home from middle school and had to vacuum the living room. After I finished, my dad closely inspected every inch of the floor, searching ...