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How frustrating to pull your clean dishes out of the dishwasher - only to find a thick film of residue has coated your glassware. Fortunately there's an easy solution... more »
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Few things are cozier than a roaring fire in the hearth. To make sure your brick or stone fireplace is ready for hot action at a moment's notice, surface-clean it in early fall, before the chill sets in, and in late spring, to buff away a ... more »
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Over time, grout in ceramic or porcelain tile surfaces can start to look pretty messy and dirty, even though the tiles themselves continue to look just fine. You’ll be happy to know that getting rid of that old ugly grout doesn't mean you have to ... more »
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Hard water deposits form when tap water evaporates and leaves behind minerals such as calcium and magnesium... more »
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Hard water left on plastic surfaces causes lime and mineral deposits that can ruin your showerhead. Here's how to tackle these deposit problems on plastic showerheads... more »
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Nasty mildew doesn't have to ruin your bathing experience. Here's how to get it out... more »
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Whether the problem is in your own house, or you're cleaning out grandma's place, making a closet smell clean once it's been filled with mothballs makes good sense. Mothballs are a pesticide and their vapors can be harmful... more »
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Most permanent markers create stains that are difficult to treat. If you clean the stain immediately after it was made, you may be able to remove the stain before it sets. Follow these simple steps to remove the permanent marker stain... more »
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Here is a good way to remove pine sap:.. more »
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You can remove small rust spots from all sorts of surfaces with this easy, chemical-free trick... more »
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Do visiting friends know you have a dog--before Fido bounces into the room? Just because you have a pet doesn't mean your carpet has to smell like him... more »
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The wormlike larvae of clothing moths feed on fabrics, clothing, carpets, rugs, furs, blankets, wool products, upholstery, piano felts and brushes - any materials of animal origin... more »
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Most people want a clean house, but it's hard to find time to get it done right. Most people dread and postpone cleaning the house. Some simple steps can help you get it over with quickly and have home that looks like it was cleaned by a ... more »
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Somebody has to do windows, right? If that someone in your house is you, we've got the tips and techniques to make you--and your windows, naturally--shine... more »
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There are so many ways to avoid the backbreaking job of cleaning a shower. Daily shower sprays work well but are expensive. Automatic shower sprays that send a stream over the entire shower stall and door are even more expensive and do not always ... more »
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A grimy appearance is just one reason to clean your computer keyboard. If dust gets stuck underneath the keys, they might not work properly. And spilled liquids can be your keyboard's death knell if not taken care of. Here are a few easy steps to ... more »
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Humidifiers need regular cleaning. Of course, always check your manufacturer's instructions and use your judgment when cleaning a humidifier to make sure this method works for your machine. Although cleaning them can be a bit of a chore, try this ... more »
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Jetted bathtubs are a fabulous way to relax in the mornings and evenings. Throw some bubble bath or essential oils into warm water and turn the jets on to let all your worries disappear. But after your bath, you may be wondering how to clean your ... more »
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Microwaves make short work of cooking; now you can make short work of cleaning them... more »
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Patios give protection from the elements no matter what season it may be. If it's chilly, you can light your butane heater and warm your area. In the summer, it'll shade you from the intense heat and sun. No matter the occasion you'll want to ... more »
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Over time toilet bowls can develop a ring around them. This especially happens when you have children or other people in the house who forget to flush. These can be difficult to remove during your general house cleanings. Follow these steps to ... more »
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You've selected artwork worthy of being displayed in your home. Here's how to protect your investment in art and frames... more »
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How to clean sterilize equipment, hospitals, restuarants, kitchens, bathrooms, nursing homes, medical facilities.. more »
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Credit cards can get grubby. Think of all the places your card has been—bars, ATM's, grocery stores, malls, Starbucks. It is bound to need some cleaning now and again. To safely clean your credit card so it will swipe as well as it did on that ... more »