Laundry

Removing gum from your clothing does not mean that it is easier to toss the garment especially if it is near and dear to you. Follow these three steps to remove stubborn gum from your clothing...

Korean mink blankets are a popular item to bring home from a trip to South Korea, and can also be purchased in department stores around the world. Despite their name, these large, plush blankets...

Lycra is a fiber that is based on rubber. When mixed with other fabrics like cotton or polyester, Lycra can help a garment stretch and hold its shape. Because Lycra is mixed with other kinds of...

Cat owners have all dealt with indiscriminate urination at one time or another. Occasionally, the cat chooses your bed to urinate on. The urine leaves a strong odor and stain on your bedding, and...

A down comforter gives you a warm, soft place to sleep every night. It can also be a sizable investment and require specific care over the years. Whether someone had a bedtime accident or your pet...

Blood in clothing, especially white jeans, can be problematic being that blood is a protein and must be taken care of quickly. Some stain remover products claim to remove blood stains, but do not...

Whether you are a mother of a young child or someone who spends a lot of time playing outdoor sports, you know the frustration of trying to get ground-in soil out of uniforms and clothes. At times...

The term "linens" originated in the 14th century to describe articles of clothing or household goods that were made of yarn spun from flax. The modern meaning of the word describes the collection...

Betadine is a dye that is part of the iodine family. Betadine has several uses ranging from pre-surgical cleansing to skin de-germing. However, it also comes in an over-the-counter cream that can...

The game of golf originated in Scotland in the 15th century. The tools used were different, but the goal was the same: Hit the ball in the hole with the fewest shots. Like the equipment, golf...

Caulk is one of the stickiest, gooiest substances in the construction world. These characteristics make it ideal for sealing cracks or gaps in everything from bathroom fixtures to the exterior of...

The barbecue stain comes out in full swing during the summer months. This particular stain lurks and waits, hiding in squeezable bottles and jars. The barbecue stain is patient and very particular...

It never seems to fail. When you open a bottle of wine, you can almost bet a stain will appear somewhere before the night is through. In many cases, this wine stain will end up on your clothing --...

Shirt pockets are a great place to store your favorite pen, but even good pens turn bad. Unfortunately, when this occurs, the shirt pocket is no longer just a carrier for the pen, but for the...

The winter months bring out the rock salt, especially in areas that receive a large amount of snow. The combination of rock salt and calcium chloride seems to stain clothes in a bad way. In most...

It is pretty much a guarantee that every adult--at some point in their life--has had an ink stain on their clothing or another piece of fabric. The thought of getting an ink stain on a piece of...

The wonder of duct tape is that it will stick to almost anything. Duct tape is used by artists and craftsmen all over the world as a strong adhesive that can support many a tough project. When...

The only thing worse than gum on your clothes is gum on your clothes that have gone through the wash. This sticky substance is challenging enough to remove without the heat from a dryer setting it...

Biro ink is a quick-drying ink commonly used for printing of magazines and newspapers. When this ink creates a stain, it is important to act quickly to remove the stain, as it sets in faster than...

Once paint has dried on fabric, it can be difficult, and often impossible, to remove. The trick is to act fast before it starts to dry. Red paint can be even more difficult to launder out because...

Margarine stains can be difficult to remove, but when handled properly, you can effectively get rid of the stain. There are retail stain removal products, but they are expensive and are often no...

Barbecue stains from meat can be tough to remove. The greasy, dark-colored substance can set into fabrics quickly, requiring you to act fast when a spill occurs. While there are several stain...

Whether you are camping, hiking or just enjoying the outdoors in your own backyard, pine gum and sap can be everywhere. Pine gum has a huge variety of uses, including preserving wood, freshening...

Cotton gloves have been around for hundreds of years. In the past gloves were considered an essential part of a person's wardrobe. Now cotton gloves are used for many different purposes but are...

Many sneakers can be washed in a front-load washer if care is taken to protect against shrinkage and unnecessary wear during the wash cycle. Check the label of the sneaker, inside the tongue or...

Have you ever sat down to enjoy a relaxing cup of warm tea or a cool glass of iced tea, only to spill it on yourself? A brief second of clumsiness can leave a permanent tea stain on clothing (or...

Wood glue is a popular adhesive used by carpentry and construction businesses for a reason: It bonds extremely well to nearly any surface, providing a strong and lasting hold. Unfortunately, this...

No matter how careful you are with laundry, an item sometimes will make it through the drying cycle before you notice a stain. Stains that have been washed and dried in a commercial dryer are much...

Wood glue is one of the most effective binders for joining pieces of wood. Unfortunately, it sticks just as well to fabric, and can cause unsightly yellow stains on shirts, pants and any other...

The best thing about glue is that it will stick to almost anything, making it useful for arts and crafts and construction. Unfortunately for craftsmen and creative minds alike, the glue also will...

When sealing a bathtub or shower, you want caulk to stick firmly and securely to the surface. When you accidentally get some on your clothes, however, all you want is for it to be easily removed....

Permanent ink stains are as troublesome as pouring dye onto your favorite pair of pants. Permanent ink is called "permanent" for a reason. Removing the ink stains requires you to get into the...

Chocolate stains can be some of the hardest to remove from clothing, especially white clothing. Unfortunately, simply running clothes through a regular wash and dry cycle in your washing machine...

Vaseline is a brand name of common petroleum jelly, a product with an oil base. If Vaseline soils clothing, follow careful pre-treating procedures to remove the Vaseline. After pre-treating the...

It's so easy any abled body can do it.From now on don't throw away those remnants of your bath soap bar that you can't use.Now you have something to use it for.

Visco foam pillows are extremely comfortable to sleep on and effective at preventing head allergies, but they can present a challenge when cleaning. Since they can not be cleaned in a commercial...

Mold microorganisms are common, even existing in the air we breathe. However, mold requires moisture to grow. Take away the moisture and the mold spores will die. Mildew is a spore that grows from...

Grease is one of the hardest substances to remove from clothing. It is slippery, tacky and waterproof all at the same time, and when it gets on clothing it can be a real chore to remove. However,...

The best way to clean urine out of underwear is by first soaking the garment in a pre-treatment cleaner for at least an hour, followed by machine washing it on the hottest water setting...

Mold is a fungus that thrives on organic matter. Mildew is mold that loves warm, humid climates. Mold can attack clothing, and without quick action, the mold can weaken and rot your clothing.

Ultrasuede is a microfiber that looks and feels like suede. Ultrasuede is machine-washable, the colors won't run, and it won't wrinkle. Many of the items that Ultrasuede is attached to can't be...

There can be several reasons why your washing machine won't clean your clothes. You might have stained garments that aren't responding to your detergent and need special, targeted treatment; your...

Hard water can cause rust, which can build up inside your washing machine and transfer to your clothing. Rust also happens when you use metal hangers to dry clothing. Basically anywhere there is...

Have you ever been cooking or frying something and splashed cooking oil or grease on your clothes? Well, here is a quick remedy that you can use to get that stain out!

If you have ever spilled pasta with olive oil on your clothes or dipped your sleeve in your lunch, then you have tried to get the oil stains out of your clothes. Here is the solution!

You grabbed your morning coffee in a hurry, and the next thing you know you are wearing it on your nice new business suit. Don't panic. You can easily remove this stain with a common household item.

If you have a hard stain to get out of clothes. You can use Oxy. I will teach you how to get the toughest stain out of clothes just by using Oxy. It does work.

None of us like to get stains on our clothes, but if it does happen follow these easy steps to get that ink pen stain out of your clothing using a few items found around the house.

Craft projects, home improvement jobs, kids' sticker play or school mishaps sometimes leave glue or adhesive on clothing. Even water-based craft glue can be difficult to remove from fabric. ...

It can be from a busy day at the office or a long day at school. Old or young, we all have had an encounter with an ink pen while wearing a white shirt. Using plain water just doesn't seem to...