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The Uses of Bounce Static Sheets
Bounce Static Sheets, or dryer sheets, are great for a quick fabric softener and anti-static qualities for the laundry. Bounce has many other uses, as well. And with several scented and scent-free, dye-free versions, Bounce seems to cater to anyone's needs. Bounce has qualities to freshen, de-static
How to Replace a Hayward Skimmer Faceplate
Pool owners understand that along with owning a pool comes the task of learning how to replace parts that become damaged. After a long cold summer, sometimes a skimmer basket cracks and needs to be replaced. Other times, the skimmer basket remains in tact, but the skimmer faceplate becomes damaged a
How to Clean Indoor Concrete Floors
Concrete floors inside homes are typically found in basements, laundry rooms and pantries. While outdoor concrete floors get cleaned on a regular basis by rainfall and can be washed down with a hose, indoor concrete floors need extra attention, especially since there are usually items indoors that s
How to Remove Black Stains on Fabrics
Black stains on fabrics can be caused by many products, including tea, mold, grease and ink. Each of the main culprits need to be treated individually. Most stains can be removed with ingredients found around the house. Stains are easiest to remove if they are caught as soon as they happen. Keep ite
Enjoy Your Blackberries Because You Know How To Remove The Stains
How to Remove Blackberry Stains from Clothes
How to Clean Urine From Clothing
Urine stains on clothing can prove notoriously stubborn, often showing no resistance to your standard cleaning methods. In addition, they can leave lingering odors and excessive discoloration. Whether the stain comes as a result of an untrained pet, unresolved bed-wetting issue or any other househol
How to Clean Cat Dander on Upholstery
More than 70 percent of Americans enjoy the company of companion animals in their homes, and approximately 12 percent are allergic to their own pets, according to the Global Healing Center. Allergies to cat dander are very common, but it is possible to keep a cat in your home even if you're allergic
How to Clean the Showerhead
Showerheads need regular cleaning to keep the water flowing through them properly. Hard water running through the home's plumbing pipes contributes to calcification on faucets and showerheads. Instead of replacing unsightly fixtures, clean them and save money.
How to Clean a Laundry Tub
Laundry tubs are standalone sinks that are ideal for soaking garments before placing items in your home's washing machine. The tubs are also ideal for washing garments by hand. Laundry tubs have a deep basin and are made out of durable materials including iron and stainless steel. The tubs, like oth
How to Clean Die Cast Tooling
Die casting refers to the process in which manufacturers produce metal products by forcing molten metals into steel molds. It is a popular process for producing tools, as it produces intricate shapes accurately and repetitively. One positive aspect of die cast tooling is that it is simply cleaned an
The Best Way to Clean Up a Sewer Backup
A sewer backup is bound to lead to other issues. For example, after you experience a sewer backup, an overflow is a real possibility. If a sewer overflow occurs, then you're going to need to implement some cleanup. Because there are contaminants and sanitation issues involved, you should always use
The Best Way to Get Rid of Mold in Concrete Houses
Mold is an annoying fungus that grows on a variety of surfaces including concrete. Mold reproduces and spreads with dispersing spores. The spores float throughout the air--both inside and outside your home--until they find the ideal environment to grow and thrive. The mold will grow in areas that ar
How to Get Permanent Marker Out of a Dryer With Bleach
A permanent marker accidentally left in your pants or coat pocket can leak onto the dryer's drum and permanently stain the dryer if the ink is not promptly removed. Bleach, diluted and carefully used, can remove marker stains inside the dryer. The diluted bleach solution minimizes damage to the drye
Product Review: Wisk Deep Clean Power Blasts
About.com Laundry Product Review of Wisk Deep Clean Power Blasts.
Do It Yourself Skunk Repellent
Identified by their repugnant-smelling spray, jet-black fur and white stripes, skunks are often found burrowed beneath porches or decks. Although skunks are generally docile, they are occasionally a nuisance to homeowners. Skunks invade crawl spaces, damage gardens and kill poultry. A rabid skunk c
How to Organize Spring Cleaning
Springtime is the traditional time to remove the winter blues from your home and make it ready for the long days of summer fun. It's also a good exercise in taking stock of your home and its contents. Justmake sure that you share the work--and the credit for a job well done.
Drywall Mold Treatment
Mold is a variety of fungus that is all around us. Mold spores, unlike other plants, do not produce their own food and therefore must eat organic matter to survive and reproduce. This is why mold is a catalyst in the decaying process. Mold spores are generally harmless unless they are left to grow i
How to Remove Rust From a Wrench
Quality wrenches and other tools are a good investment and are meant to give us years of service. Occasions arise when a tool is left outside and forgotten until it is needed for the next task. By the time it is discovered, rust may already be eating away at the metal. All is not lost, and you can m
Organic Ways to Prevent Mildew from Growing on a Stone Patio
Mildew grows where there is too much moisture and shade. Removal of mildew is easy, but if the underlying problems are not solved it will quickly come back. Improving drainage, cutting back on shrubs and increasing the air flow are all ways to minimize the mildew growth without chemicals. If the mil