You can use a microfibre cloth over the tongs or even a pair of old socks. Keep pets brushed and clean: Similar to how our skin sheds, pets also produce dander that can contribute to a dusty home.

Some tongs are made of plastic, but they can melt when cooking, says Shunk, noting these tools are better for cold food prep. Should you clean your tongs after they touch raw meat? Cleaning tongs ...

There’s up to five times more dust in our homes over the dry, stuffy winter months. Here, simple strategies to lift dust and ...