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How to Organize Household Chores
If doing chores isn’t enough to get a person down, surely sitting down to organize a strategy for doing them must be much worse. Or maybe not…If your weekly (monthly?) chore list has no rhyme or reason, it’s likely that your house won't either. Whether you have babies too young
Uses of Methylated Spirit
Methylated spirit, or denatured alcohol, is a mixture of ethyl and methyl alcohols. Ethyl alcohol, commonly called ethanol or grain alcohol, is the alcohol found in adult beverages. It is a powerful and potentially addicting intoxicant, but serves many other useful purposes. Methyl alcohol, also
Homemade Detergent Recipe
Making your own laundry detergent at home can both save money and help you ensure that your detergent doesn't contain toxic materials or materials or fragrances that could trigger allergic reactions. The basic ingredients of laundry detergent are simple.
How to Drain Water From an Air Conditioner
Air conditioners use a series of components to turn gas into a liquid, which runs through coils. These coils are fanned, forcing cool air into a set of duct work, cooling the house. The liquid is converted back to a gas by compression, then returned to a liquid form. This cycle continues on and on.
How Do I Clean Grout or Caulk?
Dirty or stained grout or caulk can make an otherwise clean area appear dirty. Grout usually is a hard, stone-like substance that fills the seams between tiles, while caulk is somewhat rubbery and used to fill seams around showers and sinks. While grout and caulk aren't created from the same materia
How Do I Clean Up an Outside Sewage Spill?
Outdoor sewage spills pose a serious threat to the environment and people, due to the harmful pathogens they contain. You should take immediate action in the event of an outdoor sewage leak to minimize the damage. Protect yourself and others, contain the spill from spreading, clean the spill and dis
How to Clean an Alpaca Fur Rug
An alpaca is a South American mammal that resembles a llama but is much smaller in size. Alpacas have very thick fur in natural colors of 22 shades for making rugs with intricate detailing. The fur in these rugs is stronger and more resilient than sheepskin rugs, making them a long-lasting product.
How to Substitute Agave for Corn Syrup
Agave syrup comes from the nectar of the agave plant. This natural sweetener does not affect blood sugar levels as much as other sweeteners, according to Gourmet Sleuth. It substitutes well for other liquid sweeteners, depending on the recipe. Agave has a sweeter flavor and lighter texture than corn
How to Use Bankai in "Bleach vs. Naruto"
In "Bleach vs Naruto," an online Flash video game, you can unlock two additional characters, Bankai Ichigo and Kyuubi Naruto. "Bleach vs Naruto" is a fighting game you can play by using your Internet browser. In this game, you can select the character. Each character has a distinct personality and i
Which Is Better: An Upright Vacuum or Canister Vacuum?
The better of the two kinds of vacuum cleaners is best revealed based on the way you plan to use your vacuum. Canister vacuums are best for cleaning a multitude of surfaces, including carpets and rugs, upholstery and drapes, as well as ceilings and ceiling treatments. Uprights, while often having at
How to Get a Red Stain Out of a Marble Countertop
Marble countertops lend a classic, timeless appearance to your kitchen. This sturdy, natural stone will last for years when properly cared for and maintained. Like other natural stone materials, marble is porous and can absorb stains quickly. Marble is susceptible to scratching, therefore, stains mu
How to Clean the Inside of a Crystal Decanter
Crystal decanters are decorative bottles that often store wine or liquor. Occasionally the liquids stored inside of the decanter can fog or stain the decanter. Cleaning a crystal decanter does not require much effort or even the use of strong cleaning supplies. You can clean your crystal decanter wi
How to Deep Clean No-Wax Floors
No-wax floors are known for their durability, but eventually they will become dull and faded from the buildup of cleaning residue. It's not too difficult to deep clean a no-wax floor; all you'll need is a couple of household products and a bit of elbow grease. In a few hours, you can deep clean the
How to Remove a Scorch Mark From Dress Pants
Getting dressed up in nice clothes, including dress pants, is necessary for different occasions, including formal family events, such as weddings or baptisms, job interviews or even just going to work at a formal office. If you find yourself in a hurry while getting ready, you might make the common
What Does Code F3 on My GE Stove Top Mean?
General Electric stoves typically have a control panel that displays the time and oven temperature, when in use. The display panel can also display error codes, when needed. A variety of GE error and fault codes can be displayed on the panel. When you encounter the F3 code on the screen, you can tro
How to Make Your Own Stone Poultice
Stone is a common material around the house. Countertops, shower stalls, tabletops, patios, decks and floors are often made of stone. Stone poultices clean marble, granite, slate, limestone and other types of stone. Natural stone is porous which means that stains seep deeply in the stones causing di
How to Get Tar Off Carpets and Rugs
If you live in a traffic-heavy house, then you may occasionally find that someone has tracked in tar on the bottom of their shoes. Tar is one of those nightmarish substances because it leaves a sticky mark on your carpet and upholstery. If you have tar inside your home, it is not easily removed with
How to Clean a Black GE Cooktop Without Scratching
Black GE cooktops offer even heating to afford you the best cooking surface available. Cleaning them after use can have its difficulties though. The cooktops are prone to scratching if the wrong cleaning methods or tools are used. Once scratched, it not only mars the appearance of the cooktop, it al
How to Get Mildew Out of Towels Naturally
Towels hold onto moisture and will easily mildew if not cleaned and dried before mildew starts to grow. During warm weather, this process may happen nearly overnight, but even in cooler months, damp towels can mildew. Bleach is one chemical that will kill mildew. It also fades colors and weakens nat
Removing Concrete Floor Stains
Trisodium Phosphate (TSP)Mix one cup of trisodium phosphate (TSP) with one gallon of hot water. Pour the TSP on the oil stain, and allow it to soak for 20 to 30 minutes. Scrub thoroughly using a plastic-bristled brush and rinse with a hose. Wear protective goggles and gloves because TSP...