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Water Stain Problems on Brick
Brick structures, including walls, barbecues and fireplaces, can become subject to a variety of stains, some of which actually result from water. Bricks can develop hard water deposits, and they can also develop an unsightly water-related stain known as “efflorescence.” With the right ap
Home Steam-Cleaning Machines
Remove upholstery stains with steam-cleaning machines.Gary Houlder/Lifesize/Getty ImagesHome steam-cleaning machines produce steam out of nozzles that helps loosen dirt and debris so that you can gently wipe it away with a sponge or paper towel. Steam cleaners allow you to clean items...
How to Keep Things From Sticking to Leather When It Is Hot & Humid
The beauty and functionality of quality leather products has attracted customers for centuries. Ranging from sofas to jackets to handbags, this popular material has been employed in the production of a wide variety of goods. However, owners of leather products should maintain at least a basic unders
How to Test Rock Salt for Safety
Icy weather brings danger to driveways, sidewalks and roads. During the winter months, precipitation accumulates on the ground and roads to form icy pathways that make it difficult to walk or control a vehicle. Fortunately, applying rock salt accelerates the melting of ice. Before using rock salt on
How to Get on the Walls on "Zwinky"
Zwinky is an online game world that lets players create a character and chat with other Zwinky users. The game also lets players decorate a "room" and visit the rooms decorated by other players. While in one of these rooms, you can click on the different in-game items to interact with them
How to Clean Tape Off of a Metal Filing Cabinet
Adhesives from different types of tape have an affinity for metal. If left in place for more than a few days, the glue dries and sticks so tightly that it becomes almost impossible to remove. Fortunately, there are several methods to try before throwing up your hands and admitting defeat. Try all of
How to Make Dish Scrubbies
Scrubbing pots and pans with remnants of baked-on food can be a taxing and messy chore. Purchasing specialty soaps or scrubbers to get your dishes clean can be expensive, with no guarantee that these items will work. You can make your own inexpensive and effective dish scrubbers out of heavy nylon n
How to Restore Brick Walls
Brick is one of the most resilient materials for a wall, but even sturdy reliable brick will fade and crack after years of exposure to pressure, weather and wear and tear. Some brick walls may need just a good cleaning, while others may require extensive repairs. Either way, you can return your bric
How to Clean Hard Stains on a Ceramic-Top Stove
High-traffic areas of the home, such as kitchens, tend to get messy very quickly. Ceramic stove tops can become stained over time, especially with heavy use. It might seem impossible to remove tough stains from your ceramic stove top, but it is actually quite simple using the proper materials and me
Rust Removal Products
Consider several methods to remove unsightly rust.rust image by sasha from Fotolia.comRust is characterized by dark orange stains and usually affects metal objects that have come into contact with moisture. Left untreated, rust weakens the metal it attaches itself to and can easily...
Removing Hair Dye Stains From a Porcelain Sink
Hair dye easily splatters and dribbles during the process of coloring your hair. When hair dye stains your porcelain sink, the liquid quickly soaks into the porcelain enamel surface. Despite the toughness and durability of porcelain, the surface is porous and easily scratched or damaged. You can rem
How to Clean Brick with Muriatic
Muriatic acid is a liquid solution that you can purchase in several dilution strengths. If possible, purchase the weakest dilution available. Muriatic acid is a dangerous chemical and not the first option to reach for when cleaning bricks at home. It is effective at cleaning brick surfaces but shoul
Top Eco-Friendly Ingredients to Clean Your Kitchen
Tired of toxic kitchen cleaning products? Then check out these safe and eco-friendly cleaning ingredients, many of which you'll already have at home in your pantry.
How to Build Your Own Window Plant Box
Window boxes overflowing with brightly colored flowers or filled with delicate pastels reflect your personality and style, welcoming guests to your home. Available in a wide range of styles and sizes, there is a window box for nearly any window. Unfortunately, window boxes can be expensive to purcha
How to Shine a Floor
Keeping floors clean will help them look better and last longer. You'll need to sweep, spot-clean stains and deep-clean the floor often, then buff the floor so it shines like new. Buff floors with the right tools to make your job easier and more efficient. Choose a method that does not contain any h
How to Remove Heavy Duty Soap Scum
Soap scum leaves behind an unattractive glaze on showers, sinks and bathtubs. The scum contains mineral deposits, mildew and soap residue. The scum will continue to build until you take the time to remove it. You can remove heavy-duty soap scum with common items in your home. Abrasive or acidic subs
Formula to Calculate the Cost of Carpet Cleaning
If your home is filled with carpeting and there is much foot traffic, professional cleaning, at least once a year, will help preserve your carpet's appearance and durability. Some professional cleaners charge a certain price per square foot, while other contractors may charge by the room. Regardless
How to Clean Chimney Soot Stains From Shingles
While having a fireplace is an asset to any home, the resulting soot stains on roof shingles can detract from the look of your house. Rather than allowing the stains to become caked on the shingles over time along with other staining agents, such as animal droppings, mildew and mold, try cleaning yo
Hoover Steamvac Troubleshooting
The Hoover SteamVac is a carpet cleaner that allows users to deep-clean carpets with steam. The SteamVac uses steam and cleaning solution to pull dirt up from carpets and also works on other surfaces. Available for purchase online or in appliance or hardware stores, the unit has a set of turbo tools
How to Remove Wrinkles From a Diploma
Your diploma is a precious keepsake, meant to be treasured forever as a symbol of your accomplishment. A wrinkle or crease in the paper can be heartbreaking, but it doesn't have to last forever. With quick and careful action, wrinkles and creases can be removed from the paper, leaving your diploma a