Dishwasher Not Draining: 8 Checks Before Calling a Technician
A dishwasher that won't drain usually has a clogged filter, a kinked hose or a blocked disposal. Here are the checks to do first and when to call a pro.
Shiny Modern — Kitchen appliances explained: fix, clean, choose.
Bay Area Finalizes Zero-NOx Water Heater Rule Starting 2028
The Bay Area air district finalized its zero-NOx water heater rule, effective 2028 with exemptions. Costs, savings and who is exempt are covered.
Counter-Depth vs Standard-Depth Refrigerator: Capacity and Fit
A counter-depth refrigerator sits nearly flush with cabinets but holds less than a standard-depth model. Compare capacity, fit and cost to choose.
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Refrigerator Energy Use: kWh Per Year and What a Fridge Costs to Run
A modern refrigerator uses roughly 300 to 800 kWh a year, or about $50 to $130 in electricity. See how to check your model and cut the cost.
Garage Refrigerator in Winter: Cold Limits and Garage-Ready Fridges
A standard refrigerator in a cold garage can let the freezer warm and food spoil. Here is how garage-ready ratings work and what to check.
How to Make Room in the Fridge for Holiday Cooking: What to Move Out
Make room in the fridge for holiday cooking by moving drinks and sturdy produce to a cooler or the counter. See what is safe out and for how long.
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Can You Put Cast Iron in the Dishwasher? What to Hand-Wash
Cast iron and good knives should be hand-washed, and roasting pans depend on the material. Here is what is safe in the dishwasher and why.
Why Your Dishwasher Smells Bad and How to Get Rid of It
Rotten-food smells, sewer smells and burning smells mean different things. Here's how to find the source and fix it.
How to Remove Hard Water Stains in a Dishwasher (and Keep Them Away)
Cloudy glasses and chalky tub walls are mineral deposits, and they're usually easy to remove. Here's how, plus how to tell film from permanent etching.
Garbage Disposals
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What Not to Put Down the Garbage Disposal on Thanksgiving
Keep turkey grease, potato peels, bones, celery and stuffing out of the garbage disposal on Thanksgiving. See what to do instead and how to fix a clog.
Can You Put Bread in a Garbage Disposal? What Happens and What to Do
A few bread crumbs are fine in a garbage disposal, but slices and crusts swell into a paste that clogs drains. What to do instead and how to clear a clog.
What Not to Put in a Garbage Disposal: The Real List
The answer depends partly on your disposal. Grease is a hard no for everyone; for bones and fibrous scraps, it comes down to the model.
Air Fryers
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5 Air Fryer Vegetable Recipes, Plus a Times Chart for Everyday Veg
Cut evenly, use a little oil, do not crowd the basket. Five easy vegetable sides and a chart of starting times.
Air Fryer vs Convection Oven: Same Idea, Different Strengths
Both use a fan and hot air. The differences are chamber size, airflow, capacity and how much you cook at once.
Can You Put Aluminum Foil in an Air Fryer? Foil and Parchment Safety
Foil and parchment can save cleanup, but loose liners, blocked airflow and acidic foods cause problems. Here is how to use them safely.
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DiversiTech Becomes Exclusive North American Seller of CO/PRO Shutoff Switch
DiversiTech is the exclusive North American distributor of the Respiro CO/PRO, a switch that cuts power to a furnace or water heater when CO is detected.
Samsung and LG Cut 65-Inch OLED TV Prices Up to 50% Before Black Friday
Samsung's 65-inch S90H OLED sells for $1,398 and LG's C6 for $1,350 ahead of Black Friday. Here are the discounts, market figures and profit pressures.
Whirlpool Raises Appliance Prices About 7% Starting in December
Whirlpool will raise U.S. appliance prices by an average of 7% in early December. Here is why, what rivals are doing and which November deals run first.
Design Ideas
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Small Bathroom Ideas: 17 Photos and How to Copy Each Look
Floating vanities, wall-hung toilets, niches and smart tile choices in real small bathrooms, with a practical tip under every photo.
Kitchen Backsplash Ideas: 18 Photos and How to Copy Each Look
Subway, patterned, mosaic and stone-look backsplashes in real kitchens, with a practical tip under every photo on how to recreate the look.
Open Shelving Kitchen Ideas: 17 Photos and How to Copy Each Look
Seventeen kitchens with open shelves, from full walls without uppers to small bracket shelves, each with one idea you can copy.