House Cleaning

How to Really Clean Your Bathtub and Surrounding Area

By Sheila Wilkinson

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What could be nastier than your company seeing a dirty bathtub? Only one thing--a bathtub that's been scrubbed till you drop around it still looks dirty. Lots of stubborn things tend to cling to tubs and the walls around it, making it look dingy ... more »

How to remove candle wax from carpet, clothing or other fabric

By joanimal

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This is a quick and easy way to remove spilled candle wax from carpets and other fabric without damaging the material... more »

How to Remove Chewing Gum

By L1onherd

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Removing gum is easier than 1-2-3 but with so many methods of removing gum, how do you know which one to use?.. more »

How to Remove Remove Mildew

By Janet Ford

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It's commonly thought that if you have mildew on something, the only thing it would be fit for is your garbage can. That doesn't have to be the case with this easy home recipe for your own mildew remover... more »

How to Remove Urine Scent From Mattresses

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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No matter what precautions are taken, it seems impossible that a child's mattress will be free of evening mishaps when they're potty training. The scent of urine in a mattress will smell up the entire room. Try these tips to remove urine smell ... more »

How to Rid Your House Of Ants

By writing4fun

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This is a quick, and simple way to rid your house of ants... more »

How to Sanitize a Washing Machine

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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It would stand to reason that when you wash a load of laundry, you're also "cleaning" the washing machine. That assumption is wrong, though. Actually, bacteria can harbor inside the washing machine tub and the detergent and stain ... more »

How to Spring Clean and Disinfect Your House

By Jill M

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Spring cleaning time is here again, and we know you are anxious to get started. We have put together this How-to list of things so you don’t miss anything. Each step is broken down into rooms, and your home will sparkle for your efforts. What ... more »

How to ~ clean and care for Non-stick cookware~

By SandShack

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Imagine that you've just finished a deliciously satisfying meal complete with family, friends, and great conversation. -- what could be better than that? How about help cleaning all those messy pots and pans? Although I'm not offering to help ... more »

How to avoid cleaning

By covitch

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How to avoid spending hours on your day off cleaning the house... more »

How to Care for Bamboo Floors

By Christine Sostarich

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Bamboo floors are a beautiful and eco-friendly alternative to wood floors. Keeping them clean is a breeze and will extend the life of the floor greatly... more »

How to Care for Laminate Flooring to Get Damage Deposit Back

By Reeney26

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The new floor in your home or apartment deserves special care to keep it looking beautiful. You don't need harmful cleaners or hours each week to maintain your laminate floor... more »

How to Catch a Lizard in the House

By WittyCat

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Lizards are our friends—valuable contributors to the environment. They help keep nature in balance, acting as “nature’s pest control” by munching on pesky insects, and they are a tasty food source for larger prey. But if you've ever had a lizard ... more »

How to Clean a Bathroom Fast

By Kathleen Frassrand

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Everyone hates cleaning bathrooms, but it has to be done. Putting it off simply makes it that much more difficult and time-consuming when it does get done. Find out how to quickly clean a bathroom and keep it clean. Follow these steps and you ... more »

How to Clean a Bathroom Sink

By Chuck Marean

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Maybe you could clean the sink today; something else tomorrow... more »

How to Clean a Bedroom in 15 Minutes

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Your bedroom doesn't see as much traffic as the family room or kitchen, but it does manage to become messy very quickly if you don't keep on top of it. If you don't have much time for cleaning don't worry. You can clean your bedroom in 15 minutes ... more »

How to Clean a Cast Iron Skillet

By bluemoon

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Keep those cast iron skillets cooking forever!.. more »

How to Clean a Coffeemaker

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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One way to make your coffee taste better is to keep your drip coffeemaker clean and free of hard-water deposits... more »

How to Clean a Dining Room

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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A dining room is where aesthetics meet enticement. Your dining area should have an appealing feel to it and should also be clean and organized, so that your guests or even family members can focus on eating and having a generally good time... more »

How to Clean a Fraternity House

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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It may seem impossible, but fraternity houses can be cleaned, especially prior to Parents' Weekend and other events near and dear to the hearts of fraternity members... more »

How to Clean a Garbage Can

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Cleaning out a garbage can is probably not one of your favorite chores, but it's necessary to keep odors, insects and even mice out of your kitchen. Be sure to use plastic garbage can liners regularly to make your job easier... more »

How to Clean a Hairbrush

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Hygiene is from a Greek word meaning "health." To practice good hygiene is preventive health and promoting health. One way to prevent medical problems is to keep clean and this includes cleaning a hairbrush. All sorts of microscopic bacteria can ... more »

How to Clean a Hairbrush

By Ursula Coffey

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I have long hair, and when I find a good brush, I want to keep it as long as possible. However, even the best brush can become soiled over time. It is possible to clean almost any hairbrush. Here's how!.. more »

How to Clean a Home in One Hour

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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To clean a home in one hour, you just need some focus and time limits. With only an hour, it is not going to be spotless. Accept that and get moving. The key is to quickly get the surfaces looking neat and less cluttered. Do not get bogged down ... more »

How to Clean a Home the Easy Way

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Clean a home the easy way by breaking it down into smaller jobs that are done on a regular basis. If you stay on top of things by doing a little each day and managing egularly scheduled larger jobs, it is not so overwhelming. If you have lots of ... more »

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