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Think Twice Before Cleaning Your Kitchen With A Swiffer If You Have Floors Like This

staff@foodrepublic.com (Alba Caraceni) — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 13:17:00 +0000

You might think that cleaning your kitchen floor with a Swiffer is safe (especially if you're using a Swiffer Mop). However, you need to be careful.

The Average Lifespan Of Your Dish Towels

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Mon, 27 Jul 2026 12:17:00 +0000

Everything, and we mean every single thing, in your kitchen has a finite lifespan. Your oven will wear out, your sink, but so too will your towels.

How To Restore Cloudy Granite Countertops Back To New

staff@foodrepublic.com (Max Dean) — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 16:17:00 +0000

Unfortunately, despite how amazing granite countertops are, they can be prone to clouding. Luckily, you can restore them to their natural color.

Stop Refrigerator Grease And Odor Buildup Before It Starts With One Thing

staff@foodrepublic.com (Max Dean) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 10:17:00 +0000

Yes, your oven backsplash probably gets a fair amount of grease, but if you don't clean your fridge regularly, it probably has grease and odor, too.

Why You Shouldn't Grill Food On Rusty Grates

staff@foodrepublic.com (Max Dean) — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 19:17:00 +0000

There's no question that the best part of barbecuing is the grilling itself. The cleanup? Not so much. But you seriously shouldn't grill on rusty grates.

How To Descale Your Nespresso Vertuo Machine Like You've Done It A Million Times

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nikita Ephanov) — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 14:17:00 +0000

Despite the convenience of the Nespresso Vertuo Machine, there is a touch of routine maintenance involved, namely regularly cleaning and descaling the machine.

Can You Clean The Outdoor Grill If It's Still Hot?

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jack Rose) — Fri, 19 Jun 2026 19:17:00 +0000

Regularly cleaning your grill prevents you from having to replace parts (or the entire setup), but should you let it cool off completely before scrubbing it?

10 Dollar Tree Gems That Can Clean Up A Dirty Kitchen

staff@foodrepublic.com (K.T. Phillips) — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 17:02:00 +0000

No one likes a dirty kitchen, and no one likes to spend too much money. These kitchen cleaning gems from Dollar Tree will help you avoid both.

Why You Should Add A Second Trash Can In Your Kitchen

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jack Rose) — Sun, 31 May 2026 23:17:00 +0000

A second trash can in your kitchen might seem like an unnecessary waste of space, but if you get a small one, it can actually help keep things tidy.

How To Clean A Wooden Cutting Board After Raw Chicken Was On It

staff@foodrepublic.com (Max Dean) — Sun, 31 May 2026 20:17:00 +0000

If you want to be on the safe side, it's essential to stay on top of hygiene when using natural materials like wooden cutting boards in the kitchen.

Is This Air Fryer Cleaning 'Trick' Genius Or A Fire Hazard?

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jack Rose) — Sun, 10 May 2026 21:17:00 +0000

Some cleaning hacks for air fryers sound genius, but can actually either endanger your home or sabotage your appliance's ability to work properly.

Don't Forget This Important Step When Your Keurig Coffee Finishes Brewing

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 23:17:00 +0000

If you're just brewing your Keurig and drinking your coffee without doing this one step, not only does it impact your machine, it could make you sick.

How Often Should You Clean Your Oven? (It's Probably More Than You Think)

staff@foodrepublic.com (Max Dean) — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:17:00 +0000

The oven is a pivotal piece of machinery in most every kitchen, but if you aren't cleaning it as often as you should, it isn't only messy but a hazard.

You're Probably Not Cleaning Your Kitchen Trash Can The Right Way

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 13:17:00 +0000

It's the one part of the kitchen that no one, and we mean no one, wants to clean. However, if you don't do it correctly, you're risking food borne illness.

This Kitchen Habit Is Secretly Jamming Your Sink

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jennifer Waldera) — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 19:17:00 +0000

There are very few kitchen headaches that compare to a slow-draining sink - especially when the cause of the clog is something you'd never expect.

Moldy Keurig? These Parts Should Be Cleaned Weekly

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 18:17:00 +0000

We get it - Keurig maintenance isn't at the top of anyone's to-do list. But neglecting those routine cleans is a surefire way to end up with a moldy machine.

Bobby Flay's Cast Iron Cleaning Technique Ensures Your Pans Last Longer

staff@foodrepublic.com (Max Dean) — Sun, 15 Mar 2026 22:17:00 +0000

Bobby Flay is known for his cooking (and grilling), but he also knows a thing or three about increasing the longevity of his cookware, like cast iron.

Sam's Club Has The Solution For Easier Dinner Clean-Up Under $20

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jack Rose) — Sun, 15 Mar 2026 12:17:00 +0000

Dinner clean-up can be a pain, especially when you've got a big group gathered. To make life easier, grab this helpful tool from your local Sam's Club.

Use The 'Upside-Down' Method To Finally Declutter Your Kitchen

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Sat, 14 Mar 2026 18:17:00 +0000

Anyone who is in the process of decluttering the kitchen knows how difficult it can be to let go. Use the upside-down method to help figure out what stays.

The Pan Cleaning Technique For Easy Bacon Grease Removal

staff@foodrepublic.com (Max Dean) — Sun, 08 Mar 2026 21:17:00 +0000

Anyone who has ever cooked bacon knows that the aftermath can be traumatic. Bacon grease is notoriously tricky, but you can deal with it easily if you know how.