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How to Sharpen your garbage disposal blades

By Starze

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If you have a garbage disposal and it just doesn't seem to be grinding the food as well. Here is a handy little tip to sharpen the blades... more »

How to Sneak Recyclables into the Trash

By Ryn Gargulinski

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Yes, you care about the earth. Yes, you want to do your part. But sometimes you missed the recyclables pickup and you just have to get rid of the newspapers and cans. Some places, like New York City, will ticket you if they find recyclables in ... more »

How to Spring Clean the Kitchen

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Kitchens are among the most difficult rooms in the house to clean. With their myriad loose parts, such as dishes and appliances, there are a lot of things that will need the attention of your dust cloth, sponge or broom. While it will probably ... more »

How to Spring Clean Window Treatments

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Spring is a time for renewal. The grass is starting to grow outside again, and the birds are coming back from their long winters away. Everything is just waiting to bloom forth in a torrent of color and life. This makes spring the perfect time ... more »

How to Spring Clean With Real Simple

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Give your spring cleaning routine a jump start with Real Simple ideas and solutions. Use the Real Simple magazine articles for ideas and the Real Simple books for inspiration as you de-clutter and clean your home. Real Simple also sells ... more »

How to Start Cleaning a House

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Cleaning a house is overwhelming if it's not done on a regular basis. However, unclean environments create stress and possible health problems. With a little planning and organization, you can give yourself and your family a clean and visually ... more »

How to Use Aluminum Foil in the Kitchen

By elatoria

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Aluminum foil has so many uses in and outside the kitchen. This article will give you a few ideas to use it for more than just wrapping left overs... more »

How to Use Ammonia to Remove Oil

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Ammonia is a common household cleaning product; however, its versatility is often overlooked. Whether trying to remove oil-based paint drips, motor oil stains, grease spots or nicotine oil from glass, walls, clothing and furniture, ammonia can be ... more »

How to Use Lemon Juice Around the House

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Lemons have more uses than just lemonade. Lemon juice is an excellent non-toxic cleaner and deodorizer all around the house, and can replace some of the more expensive products you use. The next time you're making lemonade, save a little extra ... more »

How to Use Oxiclean

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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OxiClean is a dynamic cleaner that can be used to remove stains from various household items. OxiClean comes in a concentrate or liquid form and not only acts as an independent stain remover, but also boosts the effectiveness of your regular ... more »

How to Use Paper Towels Around the House

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Paper towels have many uses outside of wiping up spills. You can use paper towels all over your home in a variety of ways. The following steps will give you some different ways to use paper towels around your house... more »

How to Vacuum an Oriental Rug

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Genuine, handmade Oriental rugs require special care and cleaning to maintain their beauty, originality, quality and worth. This is particularly true with antique Oriental rugs, which are extremely susceptible to damage by vacuuming and other ... more »

How to wash crayon off a wall

By miakiddo82

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It usually happens with little kids, and we did it at least once when we were young, that is writing, or drawing ont the wall with crayons. Here's a way to wash off the color to get your white wall back... more »

How to wash dishes in less time and less scrubbing

By BWheeler85

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how to wash and sanitize your dishes in less time and less scrubbing.. more »

How to 10 Uses For a Plastic Store Bag Before Recycling It.

By stlscientist

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We all end up with them, hundreds of those plastic bags from the grocery store, department store, and even the home repair store. The clerks put one item per bag and you come home with another dozen or so after each shopping trip. What are YOU ... more »

How to Assign Spring Cleaning Chores

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Spring cleaning is not meant as a task for one person alone. This intensive cleaning extravaganza is thorough and detail oriented. Even with several people participating, it usually takes an entire day. Everyone in a family has a part to play on ... more »

How to Be a Good Hostess

By klee13sb

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Show your house guest that they are important to you. Don't let the stress of having others at your home throw you off. Let others feel welcome and comfortable. There are a variety of ways that we can do all of these things and more. Read on to ... more »

How to be creative around the house: 17 Useful tips for cooking, cleaning and staying healthy

By cinefyl

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In this article we will discuss 17 ways to be creative in and around the home, unique ways to solve household problems, and ways to use the stuff we have to make life better... more »

How to Be green, clean and save money

By mspattym

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It is popular and the right thing to do today, to be green. You can start by using inexpensive everyday items you might already have. Most are cheaper than the toxic brands you might usually associate with cleaning. They are handy too. Some ... more »

How to beautifully decorate with ordinary things around your house

By smidgen

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These days when everyone is on a tight budget because of such a hard economic times all around the world it is good to know that you can do simple things around the house to decorate to make it look homey. Try these tips and tricks to put some ... more »

How to Brighten Pewter With Ashes

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Pewter is a type of alloy made up from tin, antimony and copper and is famous for both its strength and brilliant color. Pewter is often given a bad reputation, as early versions of pewter products were made using toxic lead; however, modern ... more »

How to Buy a Cleaning Robot

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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While prices have come down from the first generation, outlets to purchase cleaning robots continue to increase. The robots benefit through technological advancements as well even making sounds when stuck. Size and weight averages 4 to 5 inches ... more »

How to Care For A Laminate Floor

By cfshives

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Laminate flooring has become increasingly popular in recent years. It's easy to install with just a few tools, even if you're a homeowner with no experience. Laminate floor is durable and attractive. It comes in a variety of patterns and ... more »

How to Care for an Oriental Rug

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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You walk all over them, yet they never complain. Here are some ways to show your Oriental rugs you really do care... more »

How to Care for and Season an Iron Skillet

By Misti Sandefur

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Many of my family members still cook with an iron skillet because they savor the taste of the food cooked in one. However, you have to know how to care for and season on in order to carry on the tradition. Keep reading to discover some of those ... more »

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