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The Best Way to Clean Porcelain Stove Tops
Porcelain stoves can be an elegant and stylish addition to the kitchen, lending a sensible and old-fashioned tone to any theme. Designed to last a lifetime, with proper care and maintenance they can even be passed from one generation to another. The glossy surface is resistant to watermarks, and foo
How to Use a Hoover SteamVac Widepath LS
The Hoover SteamVac Dual V Widepath LS is designed to steam clean your carpets with a minimum number of passes over the carpet, reducing the potential for a soaked carpet. The steam cleaner uses a clean water tank, a cleaning solution container that does not remove from the machine and a recovery ta
Tips for Sweeping Carpet
Carpet fibers trap tiny dust particles deep down into the weave of the material, which are difficult to remove using a simple broom and dust pan. However, if your carpet has been soiled with bulky debris, such as firewood chips next to your fireplace, sweeping can help remove the excess dirt. Brooms
How to Clean Varnished Hardwood Floors
Varnish adds a nice glow to your hardwood floors, but it can pose problems when the time comes to clean them. If you use harsh cleaning chemicals on the floor, they might stain or fade the varnish, giving the floor an old and ugly appearance. If your cleaning chemicals are too mild, though, you migh
How to Get Rid of Mold on a Leather Seat
Mold can grow on a leather seat, such as a car seat, if a liquid spills on the seat and is not dried. Products such as white vinegar and bleach can be used to remove mold from certain items, but these products cannot be used on leather because they will cause a permanent stain. But there are ways to
How to Clean Out Concrete for Installation of a Floor
After you remove a floor, whether it is carpeting or hardwood, it's important to clean the concrete in order to prepare it for a new floor. Remnants of adhesive left behind after removal of carpeting or wood can leave lumps in the new flooring and cause the materials to warp or wear down over time.
How to Clean a Stainless Steel Knife
Developed over the course of the 20th century, stainless steel has become a popular material for knives. Its resistance to rust, longevity and practicality has made it a staple in many kitchens. Despite this, stainless steel does require some attention. To ensure you get the most use out of your sta
Health Guidelines for Cleaning Mold
For the people who are sensitive to mold, exposure can cause allergy like symptoms such as runny nose, watery eyes, wheezing and skin rash. The best defensive against mold is prevention. Unfortunately many times it is circumstances beyond your control that will produce a breading ground for mold. On
How to Remove Mold From Photos
Like most surfaces, photographs are prone to mold growth if left in a damp environment. Mold attaches itself to the front or back of a photo and, if left unchecked, can damage the integrity of your precious memories. Removing mold from photos is done without the use of harmful chemicals and, if done
Mold & Mildew in the Basement
Mold and mildew in the basement is not only a health hazard, but it can be very expensive to eliminate. Molds flourish in damp and dark environments where the air is not circulated. They can grow on rugs, drapes, leather, cotton and other materials. If allowed to grow, mold causes an unpleasant must
A Natural Way to Get Rust out of Toilets
Iron particles are naturally abundant in many household water systems and may transfer unattractive rust stains onto toilet bowls. These reddish-brown stains typically emerge when iron particles make contact with air and then oxidize. The longer rust remains on toilet bowl surfaces, the harder it b
How do I Remove Dried Paint From Wood Myself?
Your enthusiastic painting style has left a little mess behind and you have dried paint on some of the wood surfaces in your home. There are a number of ways to remove the paint without damaging the wood surface. Start with the least aggressive method first. If one approach fails, move onto the next
Homemade Mixture to Clean Mold in a Shower
Troublesome shower mold can be difficult to remove, short of soaking tile and grout in bleach; however you do have a powerful alternative using homemade ingredients. Properly clean mold in your shower using your homemade concoction, a strong bristled scrub brush, a tooth brush and a clean rag. When
Super Glue Removal Techniques
Super glue can be removed with a solvent like acetone.colle image by matteo NATALE from Fotolia.comUsing super glue can be tricky because it dries quickly and it adheres to almost everything. This can lead to you gluing your fingers together, gluing yourself to another object or gluing...
How to Take Care of Calphalon Pots
Calphalon offers a full range of stainless steel and nonstick pots that can last a long time with proper care. While most pots are versatile, allowing you to cook on the stovetop and in the oven, always check your care instructions prior to use. When using a Calphalon pot for the first time, wash y
How to Revive Dry Erase Markers
One of the most common problems with dry erase markers is dried-out tips. This typically happens when the marker is left uncapped for an extended period of time, though improper storage can also affect the tip. As long as the barrel inside the dry erase marker still contains ink, the marker can almo
Instructions for a V150SG Vicks Vaporizer
The Vicks V150SG is a warm steam vaporizer that features a 1.5-gallon capacity water reservoir, a medicine cup and a night light. Although the V150SG is designed for quick setup and use, you must take certain precautions when using it as the steam it produces can damage furniture or cause accidental
How to Remove Discolored Scratches from Leather
Leather couches are prized for their luxurious appearance, feel and durability -- and that is often reflected in the price. However, over time, scratches may form and discolor your once-stunning leather couch. Instead of spending money on a new couch, you can simply remove the scratches with househo
How to Clean a Satin Nickel Finish
Brushed or satin nickel finished faucets are commonplace in households because they are cost-effective and do not loose their plating over time like gold and chrome. However, with satin finish, it is easy for calcium and water stains to show up. Harsh chemicals will make nickel look even worse. Even