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Homemade Remedy for Cleaning Pergo Floors
Pergo is the innovator of laminate flooring, and remains the top selling laminate flooring manufacturer worldwide. Known for durability and quality as well as an extensive selection of patterns, styles and shades, one of the most popular features of Pergo floors is their low maintenance. While Pergo
How to Remove Rust Spots on the Bottom of a Bathtub
For many people, a bathtub is part of a sanctuary or spa. For others, it is just a place to get clean. But unattractive rust stains at the bottom of the tub can become a part of the bath water, and no one wants to bathe in rust. Bathtubs are made of a variety of materials these days from porcelain t
How to Clean Silverware Marks From Plates
After extended use, china begins to see signs of wear and tear, particularly on pieces with large surface areas such as plates. Instead of replacing your dishes, you can go the more cost-efficient route and thoroughly clean and brighten your plates using a non-bleach powder cleaner that contains oxa
Creative Ways to Use Window Sheers
Window sheers are wonderful mediums for the creative decorator. Find some sheers on sale and stock up so you can decorate your home with some of your own unique style. Window sheers look good any way in any room, not just stuck in windows where they are quickly forgotten. These fabric panel crafts c
Candle Lantern Projects
Craft lanterns from glass jars, tin cans and paper bags.empty glass jar image by vadim kozlovsky from Fotolia.comCandle lanterns can be a fun project to undergo at any age, but younger kids will probably need parental supervision and help to complete the lantern because there are some...
Taking Efflorescence Stains Off Bathroom Grout
Efflorescence can cover grout in a white, cloudy residue that can quickly cause the tile to appear dull and dingy. There are many reasons as to why the grout will develop the hazy residue, including exposure to water with a high amount of minerals present. No matter what the cause, removal is the sa
How to Remove Rust From Tweezers
Tweezers, like anything made of metal, can get rusty if left in a wet or damp environment. Luckily, there are several methods for removing rust from metal surfaces, and most of them can be accomplished by using simple household products. Once the rust is removed, be sure to keep your tweezers in a d
Everything You Need To Know About Roma Laundry Detergent
Roma Laundry Detergent is an inexpensive detergent that performs well in removing normal soil. It is not as effective at removing stains in laundry.
How to Identify a Mole or Gopher
Gophers and moles are two of the most common lawn and garden pests. Many of the treatments to get rid of them work equally well on either, but it's always good practice to know thine enemy. Here are some simple steps to determining whether you have gophers or moles messing with your lawn and garden.
What Is the Origin of Heisey Glass?
Known for its quality and stunning beauty, Heisey glass was manufactured in Newark, Ohio, from 1896 to 1957. The company was founded by Augustus H. Heisey, a German immigrant who came to America with his family in 1843. Still highly collectible today, Heisey glass was originally marketed to upscal
What Can You Use to Clean Mildew?
Mildew can present itself on any porous surface--and even some non-porous surfaces such as glass--where ample moisture exists. Mildew is a non-toxic mold spore and, although it does not present the same dangers as toxic mold, it still presents an unwanted and unattractive nuisance. You can defeat mi
How to Clean Mold Out of Water Pouches
Mold thrives in cool, moist areas. This is why mold is commonly found in bathrooms and in garages. Bathrooms promote mold growth through high humidity levels from bathing or showering, while garages are not insulated well enough to repel mold growth. Mold in a water pouch poses a serious health haza
How to Care for Ceramic Teapots
Whether you are a regular drinker of tea or simply a collector, ceramic teapots are a beautiful way to serve up a cup of tea or decorate your home. To prolong the life of ceramic teapots, there are a few easy ways to care for them. Read on to find out how.
How to Get Carrot Out of the Carpet
Carrots, especially carrot juice, can stain your carpets. You can remove these stains with simple cleaning solutions. Use homemade solutions rather than commercial ones to save money and to control which chemicals you bring into your home. Always test your cleaning methods on a small area of the car
How to Remove Food Coloring From Water
Food coloring is a highly water soluble liquid or gel that adds colors to food and drinks. Food coloring can be very difficult to remove from fabrics, but it seems even more impossible to remove once it has dissolved into water. Science classes sometimes teach a quick way to fully remove the food co
How to Remove Goo Gone Residue
Goo Gone is a miracle worker when it comes to removing sticky messes, makeup, wax, gum and even carpet stains. Once the stain or sticky mess is removed, however, the Goo Gone leaves behind a greasy residue that creates a mess of its own. The aftermath that Goo Gone leaves in its tracks can make it u
How to Get White Towels Really White Again
Nothing is better than a set of brilliant white, fluffy towels to brighten up a bathroom. And, of course, nothing is worse than a set of dingy, gray towels to throw a shabby shadow over a bathroom décor. If your white towels have lost their luster, don't fret. Bring them back to life by employi
Removing Pink Mildew From Shower Curtains
Shower curtains can become subject to large accumulations of water and soap, the perfect ingredients for mold and other fungi to feed upon. Over time, you may notice pink patches of mold growing on your curtain. It may be a pink mold variety such as Fusarium or it may actually be bacteria (commonly
Chemicals to Clean Ring Stain in a Wool Rug
Putting your furniture back on the carpet before it has dried completely generally causes ring stains on a wool rug. Wet carpets will pull the stain from wooden furniture legs, or they might actually begin to rust metal legs. These stains will look like small rings on the carpet. Use care when clean