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Why Is Vinegar Good for Cleaning?
Vinegar is effective in cleaning a multitude of bacteria, grime and buildup on many items and surfaces. This simple cleaning agent is very versatile. It is easily obtainable at many stores, and many people even make this product at home.
Homemade Secrets for How to Clean Floor Grout
If you have tile as part of your flooring in your home, then you also have floor grout. The grout holds the tile in place and can also help to make the cleaning process a bit easier on you in terms of clearing debris off your tile floor. However, if you have floor grout, then you also need to take t
How to Remove Spray Paint From the Carpet
It can be a frightening sight to find spray paint on your carpet. The carpet is one of the first things people notice when they walk into a room, making carpet stains stand out. Spray paint stains are unsightly and can diminish the appearance of the entire space. Use the proper products and techniqu
How to Clean Mouldy Grout
Mold—a toxic substance that causes grout to look dirty and stained—may also cause respiratory health problems if not kept in check. Moist areas such as bathrooms are breeding grounds for mold spores. Water seeps into cracks between the tiles and grout, resulting in a place for mold to re
How to Make Hog Panels
Hog panels are used for building hog traps, hog pens and for many structures that have nothing whatsoever to do with hogs. A typical hog panel is made of galvanized steel wire and is four feet tall. These are sold in four and six-feet length sections at local farm or tractor supply stores. Some hunt
How to Get Candle Wax Out of a Fleece Blanket
There's something soothing about the soft fuzzy warmth of a fleece blanket. For any such item to provide such comfort, an unspoken obligation exists to keep it clean and in its top condition for future use and enjoyment. Candle wax spilled upon your beloved blanket can create a perplexing stain that
How to Clean the Material of Gym Shoes
Gym shoes pick up dirt from floors or the outdoors and, as you sweat, they also develop a stinky shoe odor. While some gym shoes are washable in the washing machine, you can give any type of gym shoe a good cleaning and deodorizing without worrying about shrinkage or material getting ruined. The mor
How to Clean a Co-Poly Laundry Tub
Mustee manufactures and distributes the Co-Poly laundry tubs. They are rust resistant as well as leak proof. The tubs are large enough to wash several large items or pets. After cleaning an item, the sink may become dull and dingy. It is important to keep the laundry tub clean for use right away. As
Troubleshooting Maytag Bravos Washer Problems
How to troubleshoot Maytag Bravos washer problems and repairs to keep the washer working well.
Fast Paint Removal From Wood Siding
Removing paint from wood siding can take hours of hard work. Fast paint removal from wood siding is done using a chemical paint stripper and pressure washer. The stripper causes the paint to bubble and peel away from the wood and the pressure washer is used to wash off the loose paint. This is the f
How to Loosen a Rusted Padlock
If a padlock is exposed to the elements for too long it can often become rusted, especially if it is near the ocean. If the exterior is coated with rust, the interior mechanisms usually also become corroded, making it difficult to unlock even with the key. Although cutting the lock off with a pair o
How to Bleach Decks
Wooden decks wear over time due to harsh weather conditions and things such as mold. They also break down to the point where boards need to be replaced. To help reduce the need for repairs, clean your deck to remove mold and algae, then reseal it every couple of years. This can extend the life of th
How to Fix a Stuck Sink Drain
Everyone is faced with a clogged sink drain at one time or another. Hair, soap scum, cosmetics and other debris can combine into a greasy solid that can get stuck in your sink drain, stopping the flow of water. When this occurs, you should assemble your equipment and get to work to remove the clog a
How to Clean the Carb on a Small Gas Engine
After a long winter season or an extended period of time just sitting, a small gas engines carburetor can become clogged with gummy gas. If the carb on a small engine becomes clogged, then gas won't be able to get into the engine, therefore preventing the small engine from starting or running. Clean
How to Clean Carburetor On Jet Ski
When a small engine sits unused for an extended period of time, the carburetor will gum up with gas and prevent the engine from starting. You will have to clean the carb on your lawn mower, jet ski, 4-wheeler, or any other small engine before the engine will be able to get clean fuel and run properl
How to Remove Tea Stains From a Coffee Maker
Brewing tea in your coffee pot is convenient way to make, and keep warm, a large pot of tea to drink throughout the day or share with family and friends. But tea stains build up, leaving a brown or yellow discoloration on your coffee maker. This discoloration can affect the taste of future pots of t
How to Get a Knob off a Dryer
Your dryer has one or several knobs on the control panel, which are used to control various functions of the dryer, including the timer and air temperature settings. It is sometimes necessary to remove the knobs, either if the knob itself is damaged, or if you are making repairs to the switch or tim
Detergent Cleaning
There was a time when all there was was soap powder for washing clothes and dishes and people; products had names like Lux, Dreft or Salvo. Now there is such a vast selection of cleaning products with different niche purposes, forms and formulations that we'd don't often think how broadly useful de
How to Refinish Silverware
The process of refinishing your silverware is actually removing the layer of tarnish that can build up over time. Once this tarnish is removed, you can buff the silverware back to its natural luster and shine. Tarnish is originally caused by air exposure, but leaving acidic, salty or oily foods on y
How to Clean Unsealed Tile Grout
The rough, porous texture of tile grout accumulates dirt and grime from shoes, dirty mop water and spills. Protective sealers prevent grout from become stained and contaminated with mold and mildew. While sealed grout still acquires dirt, unsealed grout becomes discolored and dingy much more quickly