Kitchen Maintenance

Our kitchen maintenance tips can help you keep your home cost efficient, safe & cozy.

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How to Replace a Smelly Dishwasher Drain Hose

This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey comes up smelling sweet by installing a new discharge hose.
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The Comprehensive Guide to Cleaning Stove Burners

It’s easy to neglect cleaning your stove regularly, but you can remove cooked-on stains and grease with ease with a few simple steps.
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How to Fix a Gas Stove That Won’t Light

Dealing with a stove that won’t light or takes too long to ignite can be frustrating and unsafe. Rather than dealing with unburnt fuel making its way into your home or resorting to take-out because the stove won’t kick on, check out this guide on what to look for when trying to repair a stove that won’t light.
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How to Install a Basement Circuit With Simple to Follow Steps

Master electrician Heath Eastman demonstrates how to safely install a new circuit to connect a new space to a home's wiring.
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The 5 Best Oven Cleaners (2024 Review)

Oven cleaners are for the occasional deep clean of your oven. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the five best oven cleaners on Amazon to help you find the product that’s right for you. The products included in this article are available at local home centers and online retailers like Amazon.
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How to Keep Your Garbage Disposal Running Smoothly

In this guide, we show you how to keep your garbage disposal running smoothly and what items you should never put down it.
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The 6 Best Granite Sealers (2024 Guide)

Granite sealer is a must-have item for anyone who wants to maintain their granite countertops. In this guide, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the six best granite sealers on Amazon.
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The 5 Best Stainless Steel Cleaners (2023 Review)

Refrigerators, microwaves, sinks, grills, and other appliances are often made from easy-to-smudge stainless steel. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the five best stainless steel cleaners to help you find the product that’s right for you. The products included in this article are available at various retail stores, local home centers, and online retailers like Amazon.
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How To Clean Butcher Block Surfaces

Learn how to sanitize and protect your butcher block with our comprehensive guide to cleaning butcher block surfaces.
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Best Trash Cans (Tested and Ranked)

Our team put some of today's best kitchen trash cans to the test. Check our our findings and top recommendations.
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10 Refrigerator Efficiency Tips To Save Energy and Money

Read our 10 easy tips on how to boost your refrigerator's efficiency to help reduce energy consumption and save on your electricity bills.
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How To Clean Kitchen Cabinets: A Comprehensive Guide

Banish greasy messes from the cupboards and drawers that hold everything in your cook space with this guide to cleaning kitchen cabinets.
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How To Clean a Stainless Steel Sink so it Shines Like New

Stainless steel is a durable finish for kitchen sinks, but it needs frequent care. Here's how to clean a stainless steel sink.
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Refrigerator Leaking Water? Here’s How to Fix It

If your refrigerator is leaking water, it could be due to an issue that you can easily fix. Learn about ways you can identify the problem and find out how you can protect your wallet in the case that professional maintenance is necessary.
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How to Clean a Garbage Disposal

Like any appliance, your garbage disposal needs a good cleaning every once in a while, or you could end up with a breeding ground for harmful bacteria or mold. Follow this guide to learn how to easily clean your garbage disposal.

How To Fix A Dishwasher That’s Not Draining

Dishwasher not draining? Try these easy DIY solutions before calling a professional.
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How to Remove Old Grout

If the grout in your kitchen or bathroom is chipped, moldy, or just no longer working for your style, it may be time to replace it.
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How to Get a Sparkling Clean Microwave

It’s super easy to clean this gadget, no matter the level the filth. Follow these easy directions for getting your microwave sparkling clean.
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What to Do if Your Range Vent Hood Leaks Cold Air

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Kitchen Faucet Parts: Everything You Need To Know

Your kitchen faucet is one of the most-used parts of your kitchen. Whether you’re buying or looking to replace parts, here’s what you need to know about it.
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How To Fix a Leaky Faucet With Easy to Follow Steps

Read our guide to learn how to fix a leaky faucet step by step, including instructions for different kinds of faucets.
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How To Deal with Common Kitchen Plumbing Problems

Kitchen plumbing issues can be a nuisance, but most are easy to fix yourself. Here’s how to handle leaks and clear clogs in your kitchen.
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How to Clean a Dishwasher

Is your dishwasher ready for prime time? Here are some dishwasher cleaning tips to ensure that your dinnerware gets sparkling clean
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Understanding the Cycles of a Dishwasher

Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey takes host Kevin O’Connor inside a dishwasher to explain each cycle
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What You Need to Know to Restore a Butcher-Block Countertop

When wood counters lose their good looks, here’s how to make them beautiful again and keep them looking that way.
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How a Plumbing Trap Can Lose Water

Learn how plumbing traps work, why they lose water, and simple solutions to prevent sewer gases from entering your home.
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How to Choose and Maintain a Garbage Disposer

This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey shares some tricks for removing—and avoiding—stubborn disposer jams
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How To Fix a Noisy Faucet

This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey quiets a noisy facet that's making a hammering sound.
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How To Maintain a Stone Countertop

Learn best practices for cleaning and sealing your stone countertops and addressing common issues like stains and scratches.
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Get a Handle on the Kitchen Faucet

Learn the name and function of all the parts of your single-handle faucet so you can decide whether to repair it yourself or call in a pro.
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A Comprehensive Guide to Grout: Texture, Color, and Resistances

Grout comes in a variety of different textures, colors, and resistance levels. Read on to figure out which grout is right for your project.
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Reface or Replace Cabinets?

Is refacing kitchen cabinets a viable option or a mail-marketed ripoff?