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How to Use Scrapers
For woodworking projects, using a scraper can create incredibly smooth and polished results in the wood, eliminating the need for sanding and sandpaper. Scrapers are flat rectangular pieces of steel with a rounded edge. This edge can be used to take paint and other finishes off of wood without cau
How to Clean Suede Shoes With Salt
Some say that your shoes are a good indication of your style and show how much you value your appearance. So if you're walking around with dirty suede shoes, you might want to take the time to get them cleaned up. If you live in a cold climate that frequently gets snow, you can understand how your s
Homemade Citrus Laundry Soap
Wash your clothes in handmade laundry soap scented with citrus. It takes only a few minutes to mix up a batch of liquid laundry detergent, either from bar laundry soap or natural liquid soap. Save commercial laundry detergent bottles for convenient storage of your homemade laundry soap.
How to Remove Set In Orange Pop Stains
The dye in orange pop can cause permanent stains. If you accidentally wash and dry a garment without knowing it has an orange pop stain, the stain will become set and more difficult to remove. You can, however, remove stubborn, set orange pop stains with products found in most homes.
Non-Stick Cookware Precautions
Precautions should be taken with non-stick cookware.cooking image by Daria Miroshnikova from Fotolia.comNon-stick cookware makes cooking a breeze and is easy to clean, but it has been scrutinized in recent years with concerns about the cookware's dangerous chemical emissions. A panel of...
Mold Removal Procedures
You can detect mold in your home when you smell that musty odor. You may also visually detect it when you see any small black or white specks in a damp area such as on the basement or bathroom walls. In many instances, though, the mold is hidden from view--between walls or under carpeting. Mold c
How Do I Stop the Electronic Ignition on a Viking Range?
Viking gas ranges use an electronic sparking ignition system to ignite the gas flowing to the burners. As a safety feature, the igniters will spark whenever the knobs are turned to any position but "OFF" or if there is any gas present, regardless of the knob position. This dissipates any gas before
How to Dry a Spa Cover
Home spas can offer an oasis of private relaxation from a stressful day. They can also provide heat therapy for minor aches and pains. Proper care and cleaning are important to keep your spa functioning properly. Just as important as caring for the spa itself is caring for the cover intended to pr
How to Get Pet Smells Out of the Furniture
While pets may be great companions, they may also leave your furniture smelling less than pleasant. Getting the pet smells out of your furniture is a two step process that includes removing the smell and keeping your pet clean so that the smell does not return. Keep in mind that while pet smells are
The Best Furniture Movers in Manhattan
New York CityNYC by Night image by Dolly Trauma from Fotolia.comMoving in New York City presents its own particular challenges, whether the move is out-of-state or across town. Many of the older buildings are walk-ups with no elevators. Halls and doorways can be too narrow for furniture,...
How to Remove Gorilla Glue From Skin and Wood
Gorilla glue is a polyurethane glue that adheres strongly to wood, stone, metal and plastic. When exposed to moisture, Gorilla glue actually expands to fill crevices. This glue is great for woodworking because of its strong bond and the fact it can be stained or painted. One downfall to using polyur
How to Remove the Skunk Smell From a House
Skunks are equipped with a defensive weapon to ward off predators: They can spray a foul-smelling musk that sticks to anything it touches. This means trouble for the hunting animal, as it warns away any other creature with a sense of smell, including its own kind. With urban spaces crawling into wha
How to Build an Incubator for Poultry
Hatching poultry eggs is a sensitive procedure, but once you get the hang of it, it's a simple and exciting task. The most important feature of any incubator is consistency of environment. Fluctuations in temperature, humidity and airflow can put undue stress on developing embryos. There are many de
How to Clean an Area Rug Fringe
Area rugs can add style to any home. Rugs are often used to hide ugly flooring, soften the look and feel of hard floors, or hang on a wall for decoration. Whether your area rug is made from wool, cotton, silk, or another material, it requires care to keep it clean and retain its color and texture. A
How to get Rust out of a Microwave
The idea of a rusted microwave oven may seem scary, with all the heating waves bouncing around, but a small amount of rust actually doesn't normally affect the conductivity of the machine, according to the How Everything Works website. However, if the rust feels hot after running the microwave, it m
How to Clean Stainmaster Upholstery
DuPont Stainmaster upholstery has been treated with a Teflon coating to protect it against water, stains and spills. Care must be taken when cleaning the upholstery so as not to damage this coating. If a stain has set, DuPont recommends treating it one of two ways. The first stain removal method sho
Homemade White Board Cleaner
White boards work well for tracking activities and brainstorming, but they may become stained and more difficult to erase over time. Excessive use often leads to faded remnants of past markings, even after the board is wiped down. Damage can be caused by not wiping off the marker, by sun exposure or
How to Clean Berber Carpet
Berber carpets originated in parts of Africa. The carpets are made to resemble homespun, natural carpets, but they can now be made from both synthetic and natural fibers. Most Berber carpeting is available in either nylon or olefin fibers, and usually comes in neutral shades such as cream, beige and
How to Clean Granite With Windex
Granite is one material sometimes used for countertops, vanities and other household surfaces. As a natural stone, granite requires cleaning and care that differs from some other common surfaces, such as acrylic. Many Windex product labels assert that the cleaner may be safely used on granite. Howe
How to Kill Mold in the AC
Mold can grow in air conditioners when dust and moisture get trapped inside them and they are not cleaned out on a regular basis. This can create a potentially hazardous situation if the mold is then dispersed into the air when the air conditioner is in operation. Clean and maintain your air conditi