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How to Clean a Frigidaire GLEF369DQH
The Frigidaire GLEF369DQH range offers a flat ceramic cooktop with a self-cleaning oven. Unlike traditional ranges with removable drip pans and burners, food spills and grease splatters sit on the range surface. Clean your Frigidaire GLEF369DQH range after each use to prevent burned-on food and dama
Homemaker Responsibilities
A homemaker's job is to assist the head of a household by keeping the home clean, organized and running efficiently. A homemaker can be a spouse or someone else who lives in the home. You also can hire a homemaker. Homemakers perform a variety of tasks throughout the day, and some specific duties ar
How to Protect Food From Indian Meal Moths
An Indian meal moth infestation in your rice, pasta, flour or birdseed is gross and unsanitary. Here are some instructions for eradicating moths, eggs and larvae—and making sure they don't come back.
How to Clean Play Dough Out of Carpet
Play dough is made primarily from flour and salt and is a moist, moldable product. Play dough should be stored in a plastic container when not in use. This will ensure that the product remains damp and flexible. If play dough is not kept in a sealed container, it will harden and become clay-like. Wh
How to Clean the Tile Grout in a Tub
Grout is a sandy, porous material used to seal the gaps between tile. Grout in a tub tends to absorb dirt and soap scum, and it can promote the growth of mold or mildew in damp conditions. You can clean and brighten grout without harsh fumes using oxygen bleach. Oxygen bleach absorbs deep into the g
How to Remove Smoke Damage From Mirrors and Glass
When smoke damage appears on glass and mirrors, it can be nearly impossible to remove by standard means. A washcloth or paper towel will not pick up the sticky smoke residue properly and you will be left with smearing.
How to Clean Grape Kool-Aid from Carpet
Kool-Aid, a favorite drink among kids, can often leave behind unsightly stains on your carpet. Grape Kool-Aid will leave behind a deep purple stain because of the food dyes used. Grape Kool-Aid binds to the carpet fibers and can become a challenge to clean if you do not remove it immediately. Treat
How to Remove Permanent Marker From My Jacket
Convenient for all sorts of labeling needs, a permanent marker's staying power becomes a lot less popular once it hits our clothes. Three reliable household products that can successfully lift and remove the marker from a jacket include non-oil based hairspray, nail polish remover and WD-40, which a
How to Clean Blood Stains Out of White Carpet
Getting blood out of carpet depends on using the right products and techniques at the right temperature. According to the Ohio State University Extension, blood is classified as a protein stain. When protein stains in fabric are exposed to heat, they bond with the fibers in the fabric, making it alm
Ways to Keep Fuzz From Sticking to Fabrics
Nothing ruins an outfit quite like encountering clothes full of fuzz when you pull them out of the dryer. While you can remove lint with a sticky roller or tape, it can be time-consuming and tedious, especially when you are in a hurry to get out the door. Confront the problem at its source by taki
How to Get Chapstick Out of the Laundry
Wax and oils in Chapstick lip balm helps replace and lock in lost moisture in your lips. This is especially important in the winter when weather is cold and dry. Chapstick that accidentally ends up on your clothing leaves wax, oil and color stains behind. Removing these stains prior to washing is im
The Best Way to Clean Chocolate From Upholstery
You see it and you immediately get a sinking feeling in your stomach. There's a chocolate stain on the upholstery. Your bathroom and kitchen cabinets could possibly provide useful household cleaning products that weren't intended to be cleaners but they do work for cleaning and stain removal. It's v
How to Clean Sterling Silver at Home
Sterling silver items, such as flatware or decorative items, should be cleaned regularly to prevent wear and tarnishing. Many people purchase sterling silver forks, spoons and knives with intricate designs to use on special occasions. Others use sterling silver pitchers or decorative items as home a
How to Clean a Bathtub
Cleaning the Walls and Above the Tub1Before you clean the bathtub, put on rubber gloves.2Spray all-purpose cleaner on the walls above the tub.3Allow the cleaner to sit a few minutes, then rinse or wipe it off.4Remove mildew from grout by using a tile cleaner.5Apply the tile cleaner to the...
How to Clean Mildew Off a Tent
If you have a tent that you rolled up and stored away, then you will probably have to clean mildew off the tent once you want to use it, especially if the tent was rolled up while it was wet. Don't throw away the tent because it can be cleaned to get rid of the mildew and the scent.
How to Apply 3M Tape in the Cold
3M produces many different types of tape, including duct, masking, scotch and electrical tape. You may need to use a variety of tape for an exterior application. 3M tape is thermoplastic, meaning it becomes softer as the temperature increases and turns very firm as the temperature decreases. This fi
Plastic Moldings Vs. Wood Moldings
Molding can frame your walls and windows. It can add an interesting element to a room and is a finishing touch that can make your home look more aesthetically appealing. There are benefits and drawbacks to plastic and wood molding. Choose the type that fits your purpose and preference.
How to Care for Nickel Fixtures
Nickel fixtures are available polished or in a brushed satin finish. Polished nickel is an amber-tinted, warm hue, and coordinates nicely with neutral earth tones. The brushed version is even more muted and resistant to fingerprints. Nickel develops a patina over time, which may resemble tarnish. So
Black Mold on the Lawn
For many homeowners, their lawn is a sense of pride. The rich, dark green blades of grass, cut in a uniform pattern, can cause the onlooker to gasp at the beauty of it. However, no matter how hard you work on your lawn, bad things can happen. When black spots begin to appear on the lawn, it is a si
How to Mop Slate Floors
A slate floor requires special care to keep it looking clean and beautiful. Stone floors, like slate, can be damaged easily by harsh cleaning solutions and abrasive equipment. Slate floors are sealed to protect them from grease and stains. The sealants help protect slate by soaking into the top laye