You might think it’s self-cleaning, but your dishwasher needs regular upkeep to keep it working hard for you

Readers in 8 countries weigh in on whether an appliance saves time, water and sanity or if washing by hand is the only saving grace

As your dishwasher goes into overdrive, here are a few tricks for getting your plates, glasses and silverware sparkling clean

Renovation creates a formal yet functional and relaxed hub for entertaining — and takes care of the insulation problem

Learn all about stone sizes, cracks, color issues and more so problems don't chip away at your design happiness later

Meet the problem solvers, the delightful finds and other models of great, creative design

If you own at least one pricey knife and have a slew of kitchen tools, you’ll want to read this

Colorful kitchen appliances are popular again, and now you've got more choices than ever. Which would you choose?

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Foster teamwork and a sense of ownership about housekeeping to lighten your load and even boost togetherness