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How to Use a Viking Outdoor Rotisserie
Viking produces a range of outdoor barbecue grills that include a rotisserie feature which allows you to cook a joint of meat on a rotating skewer. It is important to know how to use the rotisserie effectively to maximize the potential cooking facilities available on the grill. Additionally, setting
How to Make Laundry Smell Better
Laundry is sometimes difficult to deodorize. Even when you use your regular detergent, you may notice that strong odors such as perspiration are still present. Sometimes the odor may not be noticeable after washing; but as you wear the garment and your body heat activates the odor, you quickly find
How to Clean Calcium Stains on a Stainless Sink
Stainless steel is a metal creation of iron and chromium. It has a silvery shine and is resistant to rust or corrosion. This is important for sinks and other water containers. Calcium deposits form from hard water. When water stays on the stainless sink, calcium stains can form. These stains may cau
How Does a Liquid Hand Soap Dispenser Work?
Liquid SoapLiquid hand soap eliminates the mess and potential spread of germs that can come with sharing bar soap. Public restrooms often use a wall dispenser where a bag of liquid soap is inserted. The dispenser can easily be refilled. For the home, small stand-alone pump dispensers are...
How to Make Painted Cork Coasters
Everyone uses coasters, so why not have a set for every occasion? These easy-to-assemble coasters are so inexpensive that you can make a set for every holiday. Instead of handing guests a coaster for their drink, soon they'll be asking to see what new design you've come up with this time.
How to Mix Glaze
It is possible to mix your own glaze colors for use in remodeling projects, such as repainting cabinets and faux finishes. Glazing provides your projects with a layered texture that gives your projects a multi-dimensional look, and it can also be mixed into paint to prolong its drying time. By prolo
How to Stain a Concrete Statuary
Concrete statues are resilient to weather conditions while providing the finishing touches to make any garden or outdoor area. Staining a concrete statuary will help preserve it from the harsh elements while helping it blend in with the nature surrounding it.
The Best Way to Clean Snorkel Masks
Snorkel masks need cleaning both before and after use. Salt, seaweed, chlorine and other debris from the water--whether pond, pool or ocean--get on the mask. Regular cleaning of the mask prevents damage. For example, the rubber straps can be made weaker by salt. The outside of the lenses also get di
Natural Way to Get Rid of Mildew
Mildew is caused by the growth of mold and fungus in wet and heavy moisture areas. If left unchecked, mildew can grow to form toxic mold that can lay hidden behind crevices in walls and floors. The best way to get rid of mildew naturally is stop it before it has a chance to grow.
7 Ways to Keep Dark Clothes from Fading
Learn how to prevent dark colors from fading in the laundry.
The Best Way to Clean a Silicone Cookie Sheet
Silicone cookie sheets are quickly replacing the traditional aluminum baking sheets, as they are highly durable, and also very easy to clean. Although made of a flexible silicone material, do not let this soft, pliable texture fool you, as the silicone sheets can withstand up to 500 degrees worth of
How to Remove Cyanoacrylate Adhesive
Super Glue and Krazy Glue are brand names for cyanoacrylate adhesive. You can use this type of adhesive on almost any type of surface and it bonds almost immediately. Unfortunately, this means you have to work quickly, and accidents happen. When cyanoacrylate adhesive gets where it isn't supposed to
How to Remove Cigarette Smoker Odor Easily
Here is a method that works well for getting the cigarette odor out of a house within a week, even if the house has been smoked in heavily for a period of months.Typically removes smell in 3 to 7 days.
How to Reheat Macaroni & Cheese in a Crock Pot Slow Cooker
That big batch of macaroni and cheese you made last night left plenty of leftovers. You could reheat the dish on the stovetop or in the oven, but you can also use your Crock Pot slow cooker to bring the dish back to piping hot and ready for dinner tonight, if you plan in advance. In order to serve t
How to Remove the Skunk Smell From the Air
Your first priority when it comes to dealing with a skunk's spray is to remove the skunk smell from any person or animal who was directly sprayed, as well as objects in the nearby area that also may have been hit. However, once you remove the skunk smell from people, animals and objects, you might
Garden Mole Repellent
Unlike deer that can cause extensive damage to multiple plants in a landscape, moles only want insects but may make some unsightly tunnels in the process and uproot a few plants along the way. To get rid of the pests, gardeners have several options at their disposal. Beyond the cost, consider the ef
Product to Remove Paint From Cement
You can paint over faded and dingy paint, but that is usually not the best solution. Removing the paint first will allow a cleaner look with paint that holds up better over the years.
How to Get Rid of Mildew Odors
Mildew has a distinctive, musty odor that is unpleasant and, in some cases, detrimental to your health. Mold and mildew in the air can exacerbate allergies and asthma and cause "hay fever-like" symptoms according to the Centers for Disease Control. Because of the health risks posed by mildew, it is
How to Get Cat Hair Off Clothes in the Laundry
Your cat may be an honored member of the family, but it also may contribute quite a bit of loose hair to your home and clothing. Cats that shed often cover clothing with hair when you pet them or they rub against you. Cat hair left on furniture also can transfer to clothing. You may be disgusted to