Most racks are made from either wood, metal, or plastic. Wood is a popular choice for its natural look and durability. Metal racks are also durable and can hold heavier rods, but they may not be ...

plastic clip-covered octopus that’s ideal for hang-drying delicates. I also tested two of my top picks — the Honey-Can-Do Gullwing rack and the Polder Compact Accordion rack — in my own home.

They were washed in with the tide, most likely from China or the US, thousands of miles away -- part of an enormous plastic garbage patch, spinning in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, which you ...

The longevity of plastic is both a blessing and a curse. On the one hand, it’s extremely durable, inexpensive, and easy to work with, but it also doesn’t biodegrade and lasts indefinitely in ...

Look for racks made from sturdy materials like metal or wood. Plastic racks may be less expensive, but they may not be as durable in the long run. The design and style of the shoe rack can also ...

Dish racks might not make an appearance in photo ops of recently renovated kitchens, but they are a common tool in many homes ...

We first saw someone turn a plastic bottle into plastic ribbon about four years ago. Since then, we’ve wondered what this abundant, sturdy material could be used for besides just tying things ...

Consumers want something to be done about plastic pollution. Recycling is something. Therefore oil companies, manufacturers ...

Plastic bags start out as fossil fuels and end up as deadly waste in landfills and the ocean. Birds often mistake shredded plastic bags for food, filling their stomachs with toxic debris. For hungry ...

Scientists have new evidence to explain why plastic is dangerous to sea turtles: the animals mistake the scent of plastic for food. Thus, a plastic bag floating in the sea not only looks like a ...

Scientists have developed a "self-digesting plastic", which, they say, could help reduce pollution. Polyurethane is used in everything from phone cases to trainers, but is tricky to recycle and ...