First things first, if the batteries have corroded, dispose of them according to your local waste authority guidelines, or you can drop them off at your local Home Depot store’s recycling bin.

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Whether it's golf club grips, electronic objects, kitchen stuff, or the soles of your shoes, rubber shows up a lot in our daily life. So when it gets sticky, it gets icky. Feel free to quote us on ...

We don’t always have the answers, but we have some people on speed dial who do — which is why we present to you our series FYI where we have experts explain if lip balm is actually bad, how often you ...

If you're noticing a funky odor or filmy residue on your dishes, then a dirty dishwasher might be the culprit. Over time, grease, food, and mineral buildup leaves behind odd smells and even bacteria.

Looking to give your fridge a refresh? Ahead, experts share how to deep clean your refrigerator step by step, plus how to remove unpleasant odors.

Appliance pros explain the importance of keeping fridge coils clean, plus how—and how often—to complete the task.

Mary-Elisabeth is an associate writer on CNET's How-To team. She's a recent graduate of UNC-Chapel Hill's English Department, and resides in Charlotte, North Carolina. On the How-To team, she covers a ...