How to Clean CleanMax Vacuums

Carpeted floors can develop into a breeding ground for germs and bacteria, if not vacuumed. Over a short period of time, untreated carpeting can cause problems for those who suffer from allergies or asthma. Vacuuming on a regular schedule can prevent these types of issues, and regular machine mainte

How to Remove a Roomba Bumper

The Roomba (manufactured and distributed by iRobot) is a handy and convenient tool for keeping your floors clean. If you are attempting to repair your Roomba, you may need to partially disassemble it. The Roomba's bumper is attached very simply; unfortunately, several components and parts must be re

Ultrasonic Ant Repellent

In response to concerns by consumers over the health and environmental effects of chemical pesticides, manufacturers have developed alternative technologies to keep unwanted insects away from your home and lawn. Some employ electromagnetic waves, radio waves or even more obscure technologies that pr

How to Make Your Own Product Display

A creative retail display helps showcase your product to buyers, without overshadowing the product. A good product display should not be too large or loud. A display in a retail shop is required to be functional, since it holds and organizes the item and gives buyers easy access. A window display sh

How to Remove Paint Fumes out of a Room

To many, the prospect of a new coat of paint represents a fresh change from the old, boring status quo. Unfortunately, anyone who's ever tackled a do-it-yourself interior painting project knows that, all too often, paint fumes tend to remain stagnant in the air hours and even weeks after the paint h

How to Remove Crayon Stains From a Flat White Painted Wall

Young children are often creative artists, using crayons to create interesting and colorful pictures. Unfortunately, this may occasionally include using the crayons to draw on a flat white wall instead of on paper, leaving marks on the paint. Luckily, there are several ways to remove crayon marks fr

How to Trim Pine Shrubs

Small, manicured pine trees add constant color and form to your landscape in all seasons. Several pine tree varieties, including the mugo, lend themselves well to shrub form. They must be trimmed routinely to promote dense growth and a full, compact shape. According to Purdue University, it is impor

What Is the Most Effective Homemade Floor Cleaning Solution?

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Making your own homemade floor cleaners will help you save money on your household budget. These cleaners are just as effective as commercial products in shining, sanitizing and cleaning your floor surface. They result in less waste going to our landfills because you do not have to discard the conta

How to Remove Mildew Stain From Cotton Pants

Mildew is the unfortunate byproduct of mold, a fungus that thrives in warm damp places. Areas that have high humidity and heat combined are likely to have more problems with mold and mildew than areas that have a more arid climate. If mildew finds its way onto clothing, it will leave an unsightly st

How to Use Green Wood on Timber Frame Projects

Centuries-old timber-frame structures can be found in forested regions around the world. In Europe, people still live in timber-frame homes built in the 1500s. Timber- frame construction leaves the thick posts and beams of the framing exposed in the building's interior, turning a typically unseen el

Hazards of Hydrogen

Hydrogen is an element with vast potential as well as safety hazards.chemistry image by david hughes from Fotolia.comHydrogen is a gas that promises clean and efficient energy because of its abundance and cleanliness when burned, since the only byproduct of its combustion is water....

Tips for How to Clean Stove Tops

Stoves often have difficult-to-remove food and oil splatters.cooking image by feferoni from Fotolia.comDirty stoves may attract bugs, create smoke as food spills burn off of them during cooking and look unattractive. Excessive grease spills can also present a fire hazard under extremely...

Resealing a Wooden Floor

The top finish of a wood floor is probably either varnish, polyurethane or some other form of clear gloss. It gives the flooring its characteristic shine while sealing it in to protect it from moisture. But that seal can wear down over time, getting dull and dingy and potentially allowing moisture a

Laundry Instructions for Nomex Coveralls

Nomex is a flame resistant fabric that does not melt, drip or absorb air to allow ambient combustion. This high temperature fiber is used in automotive racing, firefighting and as an under suit in the military to minimize flammable materials in clothing and protect the wearer. Remove stains and laun

Bissell 12 Proheat 2X Cleaning Instructions

The Bissell 12 amp ProHeat 2X carpet cleaner will help keep your carpets clean without having to pay for a professional cleaning service. The basic technique is similar to vacuuming your floor, although it is more time consuming because you must move slowly and you may need to rinse some carpets to

Stains on White Fabric Vs. Stains on Dark Fabric

In the hustle and bustle of daily life, it is inevitable that your clothing will pick up a stain. How you treat the stain can mean the difference between wearing the stained item again or turning it into a dust cloth. A bloodstain on your favorite white shirt requires different treatment than a grea

How to Remove Sticker Adhesive From Clothing

Stickers can often leave behind an adhesive residue that can be difficult to remove from clothing. Removing adhesive depends on loosening the bond it has to the surface by altering the bond's moisture and temperature levels. There are many commercial citrus-based products that are effective at remov

How to Remove a Musty Smell From Linen Clothing

Linen, one of the world's oldest natural fabrics, was used in ancient Egypt, according to Trim Fabric. Although durable, the fabric requires gentle washing and mild detergents, and some linen materials must be dry-cleaned only. When removing musty smells from linen clothing, you need to follow the b

How to Clean Silver without Chemicals

Little affects the beauty of silver jewelry, tea sets, flatware or antiques more than a layer of murky tarnish that obscures the shine and fine detail. If you clean your silver often, however, you may be concerned with the effects of cleaning solution on the silver finish, your health or the environ

How to Clean the Inside of a Vaporizer

A vaporizer produces a hot to warm mist that adds moisture the air. Used widely to help dry sinuses, scratchy throat and dry skin, a vaporizer can also loosen phlegm and mucus from the airways during a respiratory infection. A vaporizer that it not cleaned frequently can grow mold. Sensitive individ