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How to Stain Concrete to Look Like Wood
Concrete is a durable, easy-to-clean material for floors. Historically, concrete was left for high traffic areas or floor sections like basements, patios and walkways where fashionable decor was not top priority. In recent years, however, concrete has found new life with stains and sealers that give
Home Remedies for Water Spot Removal
Those nasty looking water spots are actually created by minerals like calcium, limestone and magnesium in our tap water. The good news is that they won't hurt you. But the bad news remains, and that's what is commonly referred to as hard water stains. Whatever surfaces our mineral-enriched water tou
How to Remove Dried Chewing Gum from Clothes
Chewing gum can become a sticky mess if it ends up on your clothes. Chewing gum is made out of chicle, which is a rubber-like sap found in trees. When chewed, the gum becomes very sticky and can adhere to any surface. You can easily remove dried chewing gum from clothing by following a few quick, ea
How to Remove Scratches From TFT Monitors
Remove scratches from TFT monitors by rubbing petroleum jelly lotion into the scratches. This method works because petroleum jelly possesses the same optical density as the plastic coasting on a TFT screen. As such, when you view the screen from straight on, you will not see the scratch anymore. Thi
Does Covering Wind Turbines During Winter Help With Heating?
Wind turbines are those little metal mushroom-shaped units on the roofs of many homes. When the wind is high, the blades spin rapidly, drawing air and moisture out of the attic. Wind turbines operate on the simple principle that heat rises. When heat rises up through the home's ceilings and vents, i
How Should I Clean Soot Off of Walls & Cabinets?
House fires, even small ones, can be devastating. Once the fire has been extinguished, the cleaning can begin. Soot from the fire will have clung to surfaces around the home, including the walls and cabinets. Removing the soot must be done in a way that will also get rid of the smoke odor. Otherwise
How to Get Rid of Brown Spots in Lawn
Brown spots can appear from time to time on any lawn. While dog urine is often blamed, there are numerous other causes for this discoloration. Among the most common are lawn fungus, insect infestation, excessive or insufficient watering, over fertilization and buildup of thatch.Left to itself,
Ways to Make Soft Water
Hard water describes water with high concentrations of minerals, such as calcium and magnesium. Though hard water does not cause health problems, the mineral buildup makes it hard for soap and detergents to lather up, causes limescale on faucets and stresses plumbing. HouseLogic says hard water incr
Homemade Cleaner to Make Glass Shine
Clean, streak-free and shiny---glass like this makes your home look inviting and clean. Commercial cleaners cost money and may contain chemicals that you don't want around your kids, pets or family members with allergies. With some common ingredients, make nontoxic and economical glass cleaners at h
How to Remove Painted Vinyl Interior Panels
Removing vinyl panels is the first step to applying new interior wallboard in your home. When removing any wall covering, it is important to locate the wall studs in order to avoid damaging them. Painted vinyl panels can be removed in a short amount of time using a hammer.
How to Clean a Porcelain Enamel Stove Top
Your stove most likely takes a daily beating when you drip and spill your creations all over it. Most stoves have porcelain enamel cook-tops, and having that is a great benefit to you since it is very easy to clean. Whether it be a small splatter or a caked-on stain, limited cleaning supplies are ne
How to Make Cotton Sweaters Soft Again
Cotton yarn creates warm, durable sweaters, but it can be stiff. Knitters and crocheters who work with cotton yarn know that it lacks the stretchiness of wool, which can leave the finished product feeling somewhat rigid. A cotton sweater that was once soft can become stiffened from line drying or la
How to Clean With Apple Cider Vinegar Versus White Vinegar
Apple cider vinegar is touted for its benefits to health when used in cooking, medicine and cleaning. It is comparable to white vinegar for cleaning, as both are used for removing dirt from appliances, surfaces, windows and floors. Using vinegar as a cleanser is environmentally healthy because toxic
How to Kill and Remove Mold
Mold can occur wherever there is moisture. You could see mold in your bathroom or an item of clothing if the clothing was placed in a drawer or closet before the item was completely dry. Using harsh chemicals to kill and remove mold could result in the item being ruined. These chemicals could also m
How To Make Liquid Air Fresheners
Once you are finished cleaning your home you want to keep it smelling fresh. You can purchase air fresheners that smell artificial, or you can make your own liquid air fresheners. These liquid air fresheners don't just smell great, they make great decorations. One of the best places to use this type
Sparrow Trap Instructions
Once common to England, House Sparrows are now in abundance in the United States. They usually measure 6 to 7 inches in length and hop along the ground. They love taking dust baths but not nearly as much as they love dwelling in homes, evolving from cute little bird to house pest. Fortunately, th
Homemade Concrete Coloring
Staining concrete a color to match or highlight areas of the home is easy and inexpensive for a do-it-yourselfer. With a few hours of work, the concrete can be made to look like an intentional part of the decor instead of just building material. The age and level of wear on the concrete will affect
How to Clean a Hard Hat
Hard hats are a crucial piece of safety equipment when working in construction or other dangerous jobs. A hard hat protects the head from injury by a falling object, debris or electrical shock. The helmet is equipped with a suspension that distributes the helmet's weight across the head. Keep the h
My Dryer Heat Turns On, But It Does Not Dry
A dryer relies primarily on its heating element to dry clothes. When your dryer is on but there's no heat, chances are your heating element, which often glows red from high temperature, is broken. What might be more puzzling is a dryer with a working heating element that isn't drying your clothes.