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How do I Clean Hunter Douglas Silhouette Blinds?
Hunter Douglas Silhouette and Alustra Silhouette blinds are fabric window shades and treatments sized to fit various types of windows. They require little maintenance between yearly professional deep-cleanings. Dust and dirt that accumulates on the blinds requires regular removal as any buildup can
How to Remove Structural Lead Paint
Many paints manufactured before the 1970s contain lead, since lead paints are durable and moisture-resistant. But as the paint ages, it begins to chip and crumble into dusty particles. According to home improvement expert Danny Lipford, "Inhaling lead dust particles can cause serious health problems
How to Fix a Tape Deck
The cassette tape was introduced in the 80s as a portable music form to replace the somewhat cumbersome 8-track format. Cassette tapes use a magnetic tape that runs between two reels. It was originally used for dictaphones, but with improvements in audio quality and size, the cassette tape quickly r
How to Paint Non-Metal Rust
Rust, by definition, is metal corrosion. If you find rust on a non-metal surface, it either contains metal, or the rust from nearby metal (which may even be in the water or pipes) has stained it. Before you paint a rust stain on a non-metal surface, try your best to remove the rust stain or fade it
How to Clean With Products That Are Green to Our Environment
Many of the conventional cleaning products we use daily to fight germs and dirt may also have negative health and environmental effects. While there are plenty of eco-friendly commercial cleaners on the market, effective green cleaners can easily be made at home -- and they are gentle both on the en
How to Hide Ugly Shower Floor Tile
Your bathroom may look outdated and in need of renovation, but you simply do not have the time or money to change it. Or, you may have moved into a home you love, except for the tile installed in the shower. There are several options when it comes to covering ugly shower floor tile.
How to Remove Creosote From Fireplace
The build-up of creosote in your fireplace and chimney needs to be removed twice a year, or more frequently, depending on how often you use the fireplace and how much build-up exists. Creosote, a thick, oily build-up, causes many hazards to safety and health. Removal of creosote helps to avoid the r
How to Remove Engine Degreaser Stains From the Carpet
Engine degreasers are cleaning agents with solvent properties that help remove grime, oil deposits, dirt and paint from engines to keep the engine clean and running smoothly. Degreasers are oil-based, and when they stain, they leave oily blotches on all sorts of fabric. On carpet, degreasers typical
How to Tell if a Collector Box on a Grill Will Work
The collector box on a grill collects a small amount of propane. When you press the ignition switch, an electric probe inside the collector box creates a spark. This ignites the fuel in the collector box, and that explosion ignites the propane in the burners. If you suspect the collector box isn't w
The Best Mole Removal
Moles, while cute when out of the ground, wreak havoc on a backyard and garden, burrowing holes and creating divots in the yard, killing grass and other plants and eating things in a garden. They are often enemy number one for landscapers or people who care deeply about the look of their back yards.
Tips to Keep a Hydrangea From Wilting
From the Greek “hydra,” meaning water, hydrangeas need plenty of water for proper growth and development. Insufficient water causes plants to wilt, but sometimes they wilt for other reasons. Restoring hydrangeas from wilted states to turgid states is not always as simple as watering them
What Commercial Laundry Detergents Remove Grease & Odor?
Commercial laundry detergents contain a powerful cleaning agent called a surfactant. Surfactants are composed of molecules that attach to dirt particles in your clothing. The molecules actually pull dirt particles out of the material and hold them until the clothing is rinsed. With a variety of laun
How to Get Rid of Musty Odor in Vents
Homes can get very random smells, especially when they are more closed up during the cold months or left alone for periods of time. A musty smell is common, and is probably a result of the gases put off by mold and mildew. Mold and mildew occur because of mold spores making contact with moisture, wh
How to Use Wall Murals in the Bedroom
Wake up generic bedroom walls with wall murals. Ideally, wall murals soothe anxiety and create a private alcove for the professional who feels eaten alive by the maddening crowd every day. A magical bedroom mural captivates attention. A complicated tromp l'oeil creates a 3-D illusion to extend sle
Clutter Free Ideas
it is easy for homes to become cluttered.desktop clutter image by Pix by Marti from Fotolia.comOne of the most enjoyable things is having a comfortable home. But over time, any home can become cluttered with everything from the gifts we don't want but still keep to the books and DVDs we...
How to Get Rid of Mold on the Bathroom Walls
The warm, humid environment of a bathroom makes it an ideal place for mold to grow. Mold on bathroom walls is not only unsightly and sometimes smelly but it also can cause health problems for individuals with a sensitivity to it. However, you can remove mold easily with mild, inexpensive products.
How to Clean Bamboo Serving Utensils
For an eco-friendly approach to cooking, bamboo utensils are a popular choice. Since bamboo grows back after you cut it, unlike trees, bamboo is actually a renewable resource. In addition to helping the environment, you're doing yourself a favor as bamboo utensils require very little effort to clean
How to Make Your Own Dishwasher Detergent
Dish-washing detergent is expensive, and many products contain harsh ingredients that are not eco-friendly. Instead of using commercial dishwasher detergent, make your own. Homemade dishwasher detergent is quick and inexpensive to make, and will leave your dishes sparkling clean.
Food That Ants Won't Eat
"The ants go marching one by one." If only this were true. When dealing with an ant infestation, it can seem that your whole house is under attack by swarms of these pesky creatures. But certain foods naturally repel ants. When determining which foods ants don't like to eat, you must first look at w
How to Clean Sea Sponges
Sea sponges are exactly what they sound like. They are sponges found in the sea that are cleaned and sold for individuals to use in the shower. You can also use these sponges to clean your kitchen or bathroom. If you want to take the all-natural approach, these sponges are for you. However, if your