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How Do I Clean Off My Peel & Stick Chalkboard?
At one time, most children who wrote on the walls were punished by an angry parent. Now there's a different option. If your little one has an urge to decorate his walls, you can install peel and stick chalkboard cut-outs in his room. Peel and stick chalkboard decorations come in a variety of shapes,
Laundry Room A Mess? Create A Storage Solution
Use moveable shelving and storage units to outfit a tiny laundry closet.
How to Clean a Tub Faucet
Dirty tub faucets cause bathrooms to appear dingy and neglected. Exposure to dirt, body oils and soap cause faucets to develop a filmy exterior. Minerals in hard water combined with soaps and shampoos can form a cloudy scum on faucets. The longer residue remains on faucets, the more difficult it bec
How to Care for Terrazzo
Terrazzo is a blend of marble chips and cement that creates a solid tile surface found in many homes. This type of tile is costly, so it is important to properly care for terrazzo in a way that causes no damage, aging or deterioration. You also want to use cleaners strong enough to remove any residu
How to Clean Those Dirty Electric Cookstove Burner Drip Pans
From sauces boiling over to grime buildup, your electric cookstove's drip pans are not immune to spills, dirt and grime. The pans require regular cleaning to keep residue from collecting and causing a fire hazard. The metal drip pans below each burner collect not only liquid debris but also airborne
How to Remove Wax From Iron Candlesticks
Candles in iron candlesticks are beautiful adornments for many home decorating themes. Whenever you burn candles, though, there is a great chance that the wax will drip while it melts, leaving your iron candlesticks covered in colorful wax. For some that may be a desired look, but many people want t
How to Remove Skitter Marks From Lenox China
Fine china is an investment that can be enjoyed for generations. Don't let ugly scuffs and skitter marks continue to distort the natural beauty of the family's china. Using a few inexpensive household items can restore your beloved china to its original glorious luster.
Natural Ways to Keep Mosquitoes Away
Mosquitoes are the enemy of any person who enjoys spending sunny days outside without being bugged. Beyond their ability to spread disease they also can leave unsightly and irritating marks on the body after they have drawn blood. Although you may want to rid yourself of these pests, you may not wan
How to Clean Blue Glass Windows
Blue glass windows are quite stunning when properly cleaned. The blue color is a result of mixing metals, such as copper or cobalt-oxide, into the glass during formulation. Clean stained and colored glass with mild pH-balanced soap, window cleaner and a microfiber cloth.
How to Erase Permanent Ink
Permanent ink is quick-drying, water-resistant ink useful for leaving permanent marks on a variety of surfaces. Accidents can occur when surfaces not intended for permanent ink can become marked with the ink. Permanent ink can ruin the appearance of some surfaces, such as whiteboards, and leave unsi
What Is the Purpose of a Shower Pan?
If you install or remodel your stand-up shower, you will encounter the shower pan. This part is imperative to the operation of your showering area. Its main purpose is to funnel water into the drain, protecting your shower floor from water intrusion, rot and mold. There are many types of shower base
How to Make Homemade Salt Stain Remover
Salt stains can be a pesky problem, especially in winter. These chalky white marks will show up on your shoes, pants, and carpets any time a family member goes outside and walks through the crushed salt that probably covers most of the sidewalk and street. While the convenience of an ice-free walkwa
How to Clean Copper Sinks Naturally
Copper sinks are good-looking and quite efficient at fighting bacteria, making a copper sink a sanitary addition to your kitchen. Even better news is that something so elegant-looking doesn't require a lot of upkeep--simple maintenance and cleaning add to copper sinks' desirability. Cleaning your co
Parafin Wax Removal
Paraffin wax is used in making candles, furniture polishes and wax treatments for hands and feet. As useful as these items may be, if the wax drips or spills on any surface, it can be difficult to clean. Cleaning the wax immediately can decrease the chances of permanent damage to clothing, carpet or
How to Clean Pet Hair From Carpet
No matter how much you love your pet, having pet hair on your clothes, furniture and floor can sometimes be a pain. There are several methods to help you remove the pet hair from your carpet. These methods will have varying levels of success depending on what type of animal you have and how fine its
Removing Dark Rings From Wood Furniture With Oxalic Acid
Various things -- including a cup filled with a cold beverage -- can cause dark rings to appear on wood furniture. These discolorations will last for the life of the wood furniture unless you remove them. Oxalic acid -- also known as wood bleach -- will remove the dark rings safely from the wood fur
The Best Way to Paint Drywall Corners in New Construction
In new construction, sections of drywall joined together in corners are covered with a paper tape. The tape is then coated with drywall mud or spackle paste to make the wall look smooth and seamless. Unfortunately, drywall mud and spackle paste absorb paint at a slower rate than the surrounding bare
How to Get Rid of Smoke Odor From Fire
Fires, if they don't completely destroy a house, cause a lot of smoke damage to all household items that survived the blaze. Smoke permeates textile furniture, wood furniture, the walls, the attic, clothing, carpet and draperies. Quick action is necessary to save these items, and calling a professi
What Causes White Spotting on Dishes?
When you notice white spots on your dishes, you might begin to think that your dishwasher needs repaired. The white spots often occur for a variety of reasons not related to the dishwasher, such as the water temperature or the detergent you are using. After you figure out the culprit behind the whit