Sign in
Recover your password.
A password will be e-mailed to you.
Browsing Category
Cleaning & Laundry : Home & Garden
How to Remove Alkaline Battery Fluid From Fabric
Invented by Lewis Urry in the 1950s, alkaline batteries have a long shelf life and are a common device in most homes. Products from digital cameras to remote controls use alkaline batteries for power. Over time, alkaline batteries can begin to leak a caustic solution that can irritate skin and eyes
How to Get Cigarette Smoke Smell Out of Walls
If a smoker has been in your home, you may have noticed that cigarette odors tend to stick around. A residue forms on hard surfaces and on the walls and cannot only leave behind stains, but can leave behind an unpleasant odor. Without damaging the paint on your walls, this smelly residue can be remo
How to Get Rid of Mildew Smell in a Stackable Maytag Washer
Clothes that are left in a wet environment can produce mold and mildew stains and smell horrible. When you put these clothes into the washing machine, the washing machine can absorb these smells, making the rest of your clothes smell like mildew, no matter how much you wash them. Other causes of mi
How to Get Urine Out of a Mattress the Green Way
It's almost impossible to get through childhood without a middle-of-the night accident. Wetting the bed accidents are bound to happen sooner or later. Plastic sheets or mattress covers are one option but they can be uncomfortable and hot. Below is an easy, green way to get rid of urine stains and od
Product Review: Casite Leather Cleaner
Casite Quick Works Leather Clean and Leather Luster - Laundry Product Guide Review
How to Identify Mold & Mildew Odor in a House
One of the most prevalent characteristics of mold and mildew, which makes us aware of their presence, is the musty odor that emanates from the fungi. Locating the odor culprit, however, may be more challenging than simply sniffing around your home. Increased moisture is the leading cause of mold and
How to Change the Battery on a Swiffer
Is your favorite floor cleaning device not working as it should? It is necessary to change the batteries every few months in order to ensure that your floors stay as clean as possible. There is no special equipment or complicated instructions, so you will be back to cleaning in no time.
Cleaning Products for Leather Furniture
Cleaning leather furniture will help keep it looking new.Black leather chair with a marble wall behind image by Da Vynci from Fotolia.comWhen your leather furniture is clean it can make your home look luxurious and rich. On the other hand, when it is dirty it can make a room look dingy...
How to Remove Rust Stains From a Cedar Siding
Cedar siding is naturally rot resistant and develops a soft, gray patina over time, creating a rustic look. Red, brown or blue-black rust stains ruin the aesthetic appeal of cedar siding and are often caused by the corrosion of low-quality nails used in the siding installation. Countersink these nai
Stone Cleaning Instructions
Stone countertops and floors make a beautiful, durable addition to any home or other space. There are many types of stone, including granite, slate, sandstone, marble, quartzite, bluestone, brownstone, limestone and onyx. Generally speaking, stone can be divided into two types: siliceous stone and c
How to Remove Super Glue From Eye Glass Lenses
It happens. Super Glue is clear and quick-drying, making it easy to accidentally apply to your eye glass lenses or any other nearby surface. The active ingredient in Super Glue products is cyanoacrylate. Cyanoacrylate is relatively easy to remove from glasses with plastic and glass lenses. However,
Tea Stained Painting Techniques
Tea staining is an innovative way to color many items, from fabrics to surfaces. It is quickly becoming a popular eco-friendly alternative to traditional wood stains and paints. It is much cheaper than paint or wood stains and safer for the environment as well. Plus, it is an original style of artwo
How to Remove Lipstick From Nylon Clothing
Nylon fabric is a tough and durable type of material, but it is not stain proof. Nylon is an artificial material used in many different clothing items, such as ski jackets and hosiery. Lipstick contains dye that absorbs into threads in fabric, making it difficult, but not impossible, to remove. Remo
Getting Wood Smoke Smell Out of Leather Furniture
Any smoke odor can be quite pungent, and if the smoke soaks into your furniture, the smell can linger. If your leather couch smells of wood smoke, there are a few things you can do in combination to help neutralize the odor and get the couch to smell fresh again. Since leather can be a delicate surf
How to Weatherstrip
Use weatherstripping on doors and windows to reduce drafts and lower energy costs. The insulation in your home makes it more energy-efficient, and you can increase its energy efficiency by installing weatherstripping on doors and windows, and caulking fixed joints to keep cold air from seeping into
Pros & Cons of Green Cleaning Products
Environmentalism has grown increasingly mainstream since the 1960s---and more companies are promoting ecologically-friendly products, including cleaning supplies. If you're a conscious consumer and don't mind paying a little extra, in general, for a product that is better for you and the...
How to Clean Tarnished Silver Jewery
Many people have some silver jewelry that has significant emotional meaning to them. Unfortunately, silver tarnishes easily, especially when it is not stored properly. Exposure to air will always cause tarnish, as air contains sulfur compounds that react with the silver. As soon as you discover any
How to Remove Stains with Balsamic Vineger
White balsamic vinegar is made with aged white grapes and can be purchased from your local grocery store. Balsamic vinegar is popular in the culinary world, but can also be used to disinfect stains and remove them at the same time. When you mix the vinegar with other household ingredients, you can m
How to Clean Thick Green Mold Out of a Pool
Cleaning and maintaining a swimming pool involves cleaning the pool filters and pump filters, checking the water's chemical balance and adding chemicals to the water. Poor water filtration and circulation, as well as a lack of chemical maintenance can allow a thick green mold to appear in your pool.
How to Remove Soap Scum From a Cast Iron Grate on a Stove Top
Some stove tops feature the addition of a cast iron grate for the purpose of "grilling" various types of foods. Cast iron is a material that is commonly used for such products as frying pans. This material is sturdy, stick-resistant and conducts heat evenly. However, if you don't clean cas