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How to Dispose of Oxalic Acid Solution
At some point, you may have to use oxalic acid for a cleaning project in your home (it is especially useful for cleaning rust stains out of concrete). Should this be the case, properly dispose of the acid or acid solution you have made. Oxalic acid is a Class A organic chemical, a carboxylic acid. A
How to Remove Egg From Siding
Although a prankster who throws an egg on the siding of a house thinks it to be a harmless prank, there is much work for the homeowner to remove the mess. The sooner the splattered egg is noticed, the easier it is to remove. For the house sided in vinyl, cleaning alone should do the trick; however,
How to Stain a Kitchen Counter
With time and wear and tear, laminate counter tops can fade and begin to look outdated. Freshen up the look of your kitchen by staining the kitchen counters. A select few stain-manufacturing companies offer high-quality silane-based stains in a variety of colors for both formica and laminate counter
How to Clean Vinyl Siding With Vinegar
Vinyl siding is durable, but it is still susceptible to dirt and stains. Whether your vinyl siding is plagued by mildew, moss, algae, or it's just plain dirty, cleaning it is a must in maintaining the appearance of your house. Although there are plenty of products on the market for cleaning vinyl si
How to Remove Glue From Behind Plastic Tiles
All types of household flooring generally require an adhesive for proper installation. This ensures that the material is effectively secured to the foundation, which is essential to a surface that is constantly walked upon. A convenient and economical alternative to traditional marble, wood or other
What Makes a Mattress Organic?
Organic mattresses are theoretically made of all-natural materials. They are designed to be free of the chemical toxins that have been detected in conventional mattresses, like polybrominated diphenyl ethers and phthalates.
How to Get Your Mattress Delivered
When purchasing a new mattress, paying for it is only half the battle. Getting your new mattress delivered and installed in your home may end up becoming a strenuous task. In addition, you may have to pay additional fees to have your mattress delivered, depending on the company you purchase your mat
How to Get Rid of Boot & Shoe Odor
After extended wear, boots and shoes often acquire an unpleasant odor. This is often because they absorb moisture in the form of sweat. The moisture can lead to mildew and bacteria, which is not only unpleasant to smell but unhealthy for your feet. You can remove an unpleasant odor from your shoes o
Problems with Scotch Tape Removal From Painted Surfaces
When painting walls, furniture or other accessories, painter's tape is often used to protect unpainted areas. Scotch® tape is one brand of painter's tape. Although it is usually simple to remove, occasionally there may be problems. There are a few options to try when removal proves difficult.
How to Troubleshoot a Bissell Proheat Multi Surface 2X
The Bissell ProHeat Multi Surface 2X floor cleaning system has multiple brushes for scrubbing, a hot water tank and a cleaning formula tank for washing carpets and floors. If problems are encountered when using the Bissell ProHeat 2X floor cleaner, basic troubleshooting steps should be completed to
Does White Vinegar Kill Mildew?
Mildew around the house can contribute to asthma, allergies, sore throats and other health problems. Distilled white vinegar is a safe and effective treatment alternative to harmful chemicals and is more cost-effective than commercial mildew cleaners.
How to Get Lipstick Out of Clothes
An accidental lipstick stain on a piece of clothing does not have to mean disaster. Although lipstick is brightly colored and oil-based, making it seem like a difficult product to remove from fabric, it is unlikely that the garment has been completely ruined. There are basic steps that can be taken
Easy Way to Clean Gas Logs
Gas log fireplaces, or gas logs for short, are fireplaces that use gas instead of traditional fuel such as wood for lighting the furnace. In using liquid propane or other such natural gases, gas logs are less clumsy and give the fireplace an appealing appearance. They are of two types: vented and un
Using Muriatic Acid to Clean Out Plumbing Pipes
SafetyWear a ventilation mask, protective goggles, long clothing and rubber gloves while using muriatic acid (also known as hydrochloric acid) to clean plumping pipes. If you spill any acid, just dilute it with water and soak it up. If you get any on your skin, run your skin under water...
How to Get Rid of Odor in Storm Drain
Storm drains provide a convenient way to recycle water. Most storm drains capture water, which prevents flooding, then drains into nearby streams or saturates into ground soil. Odor can form in the storm drain from time to time, either when things fall into the drain and begin to rot, animal feces g
How to Repaint Old Windows With Alligator Paint
Old paint can lose the ability to expand and contract with weather changes through the years. The paint's loss of resiliency causes the paint to peel and crack giving the appearance of alligator skin, thus the term alligator paint. Old cracked paint around the widow frame can cause your home to look
How to Remove Surface Rust From Range Burners
If your range burners have rusted, then you need to clean them immediately. Even if the rust is not directly entering your food, rust will eat away at the burners over time and it is always best to keep rust as far away as possible from food preparation. Fortunately, cleaning range burners is not pa
Tips on Eliminating House Odors
House odors can come from several sources, including kitchens, basements, attics, bathrooms, pet boxes and kid's bedrooms. Odors permeate throughout a house more so during the colder months, when you tend to close doors and windows. Lack of fresh air in the house can contribute to a stale smell and
How to Dissolve Dried Diesel Fuel
Diesel fuel and nearly any volatile hydrocarbon fuel from kerosene to gasoline represents a hazard when spilled. The fuels are toxic, and their volatility means they dry out routinely and present a long-term hazard. They are also lighter than water, which means that using a garden hose on them can
How to Get a Stain Off Concrete
The concrete floor in your garage receives stains from oil drips from cars to paint spills from work on home improvement projects. Concrete has a penetrable surface, which allows the stains to absorb into the flooring. Once these stains have remained on the concrete over time, they require an absorb