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How to Remove Deodorant Stains From Fabrics
Over the course of the day, as you sweat and move about, deodorant can transfer from your underarms to your clothing. As the deodorant builds up, it can leave a white, crusty deodorant stain on your clothing. If your garment is made of a delicate fabric such as wool or silk, the deodorant stain can
How to Clean Off Burnt-on Grease
Burnt-on grease is a common problem in the kitchen. When you cook foods down or for too long, grease residue begins to burn and strongly adhere to your pots or pans. To remove the grease, your typical routine of washing the dishes with soapy water will not work. Instead, you must use something st
How to Spot White Mold
White mold in nature can be useful, but when you see it in your home or on food, it can be hazardous to your health. You easily can control it, but you must know what to look for beyond its color to know whether you have a problem.
How to Polish Aluminized Steel
Aluminized steel is a commonly used material for high-heat applications. As the name implies, aluminized steel is steel which has been coated with a layer of aluminum-silicon alloy. The coating allows the steel to withstand temperatures of up to 900 degrees while providing excellent resistance to co
How to Reseal an Outside Door
The gaps under and around an exterior door -- a door that leads to the outside -- can allow expensive heat or air conditioning to escape. Even if an outside door does have seals, these seals can dry out, crack or tear with extended use. The seals can disintegrate over time, leaving little pieces sca
How to Make My Own Organic Toilet Cleaner
Your eyes do not have to water in order for you to have a clean toilet bowl. Ditch those corrosive chemicals and get green with this simple-to-make organic toilet bowl cleaner. With only a few household ingredients, you can quit worrying that your allergies will be triggered every time you clean t
How to Remove Black Permanent Marker From Walls
Permanent markers are typically designed to be water-resistant so they stay on the surface for as long as possible. This is a good thing when you intentionally mark on the surface. However, if an overzealous child gets hold of a black permanent marker, your walls could be his next masterpiece. Even
How to Clean Stove Drip Pans With Oven Cleaner
You can clean burnt on oils and food debris off stove drip pans with very little effort using oven cleaner. Over time and regular use, stove-top drip pans can accumulate a thick build-up of food residue. Continual use of soiled stove drip pans can lead to a smoky kitchen or even fire. Reduce your ri
Products to Clean & Kill Mold
Mold exists in the air and is an integral part of the natural order of things, as it breaks down dead organic matter into useful nutrients. Mold in your home isn't much of a nuisance, unless it finds a moist surface where it can grow. When mold starts to grow in the home, the level of mold in the ai
Safest Mosquito Repellent for Kids
Mosquito spray can also damage the wearer.mosquito image by Daniel Wiedemann from Fotolia.comMosquito repellant can contain harsh chemicals that are harmful not only to mosquitoes and other insects but also to the wearer. Because of this, choosing the right insect repellant for your...
Free Home Remedies for Cleaning
Keep your home clean without harsh chemicals.house image by Earl Robbins from Fotolia.comCommercial cleaning supplies often contain harsh chemicals that are capable of causing breathing difficulty, skin rashes and other problems. They are also more expensive than homemade cleaners. Home...
How to Tell If Your House Has Mold
Mold is a living organism that feeds on moisture. Damp locations in your home can harbor mold and mildew, even if you don't see it. Mold is unsightly and can cause health problems. Inspect your home carefully to tell if your house has mold.
How Do I Get the Hard Water Film Off My Plastic Dishes?
If you let plastic dishes air dry or run them through the dishwasher, you can often get spots as a result of hard water. To prevent these cloudy spots you should hand dry your dishes after each wash. If the spots have already developed, there is an inexpensive cleaning element that will quickly remo
How to Remove a Dirt Stain From Cloth Car Seats
If you are an outdoors lover, there is little doubt that you have tracked dirt inside your vehicle at some point. Muddy soccer players or dirty mountain hikers find a seat in your car, leaving behind an ugly dirt stain. Luckily for you, these stains are typically non-greasy, making removal a much ea
Environmental House Cleaning
House cleaning can be a drain on the environment, if you use toxic chemicals and fail to clean in a manner that uses natural products and processes. Next time you undertake a house cleaning assignment, you can reduce your carbon footprint while still getting the job done, by making only minor adjust
How Do I Get a Water Stain Out of an Upholstered Dining Chair?
Dining chairs typically come in sets, so when one becomes damaged, it is important to remove the stain as quickly as possible. A permanent stain can leave you with the expensive options of either replacing the set of dining chairs, or reupholstering the entire set. Dry cleaning facilities and retail
How to Resurface Wooden Floors
Wood flooring adds warmth and charm to a room unrivaled by any other material. The downside to wood flooring is that it is apt to lose its luster over time. Properly resurfacing and refinishing your wood floor will improve its look and add years of life.
How to Tile Furniture
Using tile is an attractive and affordable way to add a personal design touch to your indoor and outdoor furniture. Tile can be used to reinforce a tabletop to make it more weather-resistant or to create a stable spot to place glasses. Tile can also be used to add visual interest to armoires, vaniti