Whether it’s mobile or integrated into your space, an island can be an invaluable part of your kitchen. However you use it, this area tends to attract clutter and excess kitchen items that make the space look instantly messy. Thankfully, a handful of organizing and safety experts shared some insights on what items are best left away from your kitchen island, so you can cook and clean in peace, without an accident waiting to happen. Storing these items on your kitchen island may seem like a...

comments We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. While the bathroom just might be the most personal room in your home, it can also be a shared space with the people you live with or guests that come to visit you. Its frequent usage, high humidity, and sometimes lack of ventilation can create an array of unpleasant odors, so it’s natural to want to find ways to make it smell nice on a...

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. Marble may be a timeless, beautiful material, but it’s also extremely delicate and requires special attention when it comes to caring for it. “Marble is highly porous, which makes it prone to staining when exposed to certain substances,” says Marla Mock, president of Molly Maid, a Neighborly Company. “Dark liquids and oils can quickly seep into...

An effective and nourishing hand soap is essential in any bathroom and kitchen, two rooms in your house where germs and bacteria thrive. However, not all hand soaps are made the same. “Some people prefer hand soaps with creamy textures that other people would find too heavy, some prefer lighter weight gels or foams,” says Dr. Carmen Castilla, board-certified dermatologist at New York Dermatology Group. “There are cream, liquid/gel, and bar soap versions. A significant part of it is finding...