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How to clean a toilet

By SNorman

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how to really clean a toilet. YES! You have to get down on your knees.. more »

How to clean a whirlpool tub

By merelymartha

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Over time, the jets of whirlpool or Jacuzzi tubs accumulate some pretty gunky stuff (think skin cells, pooh from the little ones' bottoms, etc.). This easy method of cleaning your tub is a sure-fire way to ensure you can luxuriate in the cleanest ... more »

How to Clean an Attic

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Cleaning an attic may be an unpleasant and time consuming job, especially if you've avoided it for years. But look at the bright side. Maybe your attic holds valuable treasures, like collectible magazines or toys, not to mention family ... more »

How to Clean an Office

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A clean and organized office surely helps to boost the productivity of those working in it. Even though you try your best to keep your office clutter-free and as clean as possible, it is bound to get messy sometimes. You may not always get ... more »

How to clean and sanitize toilet bowl in one step with out alot of scrubbing

By BWheeler85

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want to clean and sanitize your toilet bowl with out using alot of products and having to scrub for a long time.. more »

How to Clean Baked on Food off Pyrex/Glass baking dish

By Kayceebee

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Every cooked a holiday ham, cassarole or some BBQ ribs and are left with a black, sticky mess? There's no need to scrub all night or toss the dish..there is a SIMPLE solution!!.. more »

How to Clean Baseboards

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Cleaning baseboards can be a very tedious and time consuming chore, but when they are done, they help make the whole room look cleaner. With a little elbow grease, your baseboards will be free of dust, dirt, grime, most stains and markings... more »

How to Clean Bathroom Caulking

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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When you clean the bathroom it usually consists of scrubbing the toilet, mopping the floor and wiping down the bathtub but usually the caulking gets missed. The area where the caulking is located, such as the corners of the bathtub, is a harbor ... more »

How to Clean Fake Brick

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Fake brick has a texture that allows grease and dust to cling to it. Without regular cleaning, a wall of fake brick can soon look like a wall of fake fur. Follow these steps to clean fake brick and then treat it to keep it looking good and easier ... more »

How to Clean Floor Tiles

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Cleaning tile floors isn't any more difficult than cleaning wood or laminate, but there are differences in the equipment you'll need and technique. With regular cleanings and an occasional professional grout steaming, your tile floors will look ... more »

How to Clean Nonwashable Window Shades

By Sheila Wilkinson

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Window shades can be great for keeping out light and they can be quite attractive with the right window treatments. Unfortunately the nicest ones are usually not washable. Over time, they get stained or yellowed. Even though you can't wash them ... more »

How to Clean Painted Woodwork or Trim Work

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Interior woodwork is usually painted in a gloss or semi-gloss interior paint, or stained and protected by a varnish or polyurethane coat. Dust, cobwebs, dirt, grime and even grease can gradually build up on your interior trim and cause it to look ... more »

How to Clean Pet Urine

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Cleaning pet urine is always a pain, especially if it's on carpet. The odor can linger around the house for days until you properly clean it. Dogs and cats will continue to urinate in the same spot if the scent is still there. Follow these steps ... more »

How to Clean Pilot and Portholes on Gas Stoves

By Sheila Wilkinson

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If you have tried to light the pilot on your stove and it won't light, the problem may be that the pilot or portholes are clogged up. If this is your problem, you should be up and cooking with gas in just a few minutes. Read on to learn how... more »

How to Clean Pots and Pans Without Soap

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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For your tough-to-clean pots and pans, here's an easy cleaning solution that requires no soap... more »

How to Clean Rain-Spotted Windows

By JayeK

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You've sprayed the Windex and scrubbed the glass. Now, you step back to admire your handiwork and a little dazzling sunbeam reveals the truth. There are raindrop streaks on the outside of your windows. No matter how many times you've seemed to ... more »

How to Clean Soft Drinks from Carpet

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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When the soft drinks hit the floor, keep your cool and use this easy plan to clean up the mess... more »

How to Clean Toilet Rust

By PAWriterLady

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You are probably all too familiar with the annoying rust streaks which occasionally appear in the toilet bowl, especially if you have well or hard water. There are a few ways to get rid of these rather unattractive stains. Here are the ones ... more »

How to Clean Urine off the Floor

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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If you've got recently potty-trained kids, cleaning up urine that didn't make it to the toilet is a regular part of life. Or, this might be a task if you care for adults with illnesses or disabilities. Since urine is clear, it's tempting to ... more »

How to Clean Window Sills

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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While cleaning the house, we often forget to clean window sills, but clean sills can give your home an extra glow while preventing mold. Follow these steps to clean your sills... more »

How to Clean Windows and Mirrors with Newspaper

By starnami

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Want a perfect, streak free shine in your mirrors or windows but don't have extra cash to buy a super fancy cleaning cloth? With some glass cleaner and old newspaper, your mirrors and windows will be beautiful in no time... more »

How to Clean With a Microfiber Cloth

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Cleaning is much easier when you clean with a microfiber cloth. Microfiber cleaning cloths are made from very fine fibers that are super absorbent. If members of your household have allergies to cleaning products, or if you just don't like to use ... more »

How to Clean With a Shop-Vac

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Here is the answer to all your cleaning nightmares: use a Shop-Vac. You, or maybe your kids, can clean an entire house using the Shop-Vac from your garage. With a flip of the switch, you can clean the whole house with this handy, multi-tool ... more »

How to Clean With Essential Oils

By CatsEyeEditing

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It is common to disinfect toilets, sinks and counters with bleach or other harsh chemicals that only leave behind a strong, unpleasant odor. Sometimes an odor so suffocating that it causes you to leave the sparkling room before you even get a ... more »

How to Clean With Lemon Juice

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Lemon juice has many uses outside of food preparation and seasoning. Lemon juice can rival your average cleaning product in its ability to remove rust and stains, whiten shoes, shine aluminum and clean sinks, countertops and microwaves... more »

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