Cleaning Appliances

For durability and aesthetic purposes, porcelain can be an optimal choice for bathroom fixtures. Porcelain sinks are available in a variety of colors to complement any decor. Because of its...

Ceramic is a material made from clay, sand and water fired in a kiln at very high temperatures. This gives the ceramic a very hard, durable finish that is resistant to cracks, chips and other...

Communal water coolers, whether personal or used in the office, can quickly become unsanitary due to the number of hands touching the spigot, the cleanliness of the top of the water bottle and...

GE Profile cooktops are either gas tops, electric smooth tops or induction smooth tops, which use electromagnetic energy for heat. Like electric stoves, the coil is set below the top's smooth...

If you are a food service operator and are responsible for cleaning a steam table, you may wonder how to get the water out of the wells. While some steam tables come equipped with drains, others...

The Bissell PowerSteamer PowerBrush vacuum cleaner is a deep-cleaning vacuum designed to thoroughly steam and clean your carpet. Two belts work to ensure that the vacuum works properly. When one...

Since 1979, Harman Stoves has supplied a wide variety of heating solutions to home and business owners. Harman pellet stoves provide a heating alternative for environmentally conscious people...

White ceramic stove tops have a smooth, flat surface that can make cleaning food spills easier because stains are more visible since they don't get trapped in any hard-to-reach corners. Although...

Metal pans rust when they come in contact with water and are not dried properly. Some rust because of humidity in the storage area and contact with air. The metal pans commonly used for cooking...

Bissell deep cleaning machines, also known as steam cleaners, use a brush belt much like a vacuum cleaner. The brush belt connects powers the brush roll, which massages the cleaning solution into...

Porcelain vintage stoves are not only useful cooking surfaces, these stoves can also add character to your kitchen. Antique stoves are often cherished by their owners, so proper cleaning is...

The Bissell PowerSteamer is a deep-cleaning vacuum cleaner that has user-replaceable parts that may need to be replaced periodically. The unit has two belts that control the pump and the roller...

A nice alternative to carpet is hardwood floors. Hardwood floors make a spill cleanup easier, but over time, wear and tear can make hardwood floors very dirty and dull. Simple mopping of your...

The problem with pockets is that we can't help but leave things in them. From crayons and lip balm to chewing gum and ink pens, we forget things in our pants pockets before tossing the pants into...

Know how to properly clean and disinfect the kitchen this season. Have appropriate cleaning supplies and practice preventing the spread of germs and bacteria by washing your hands and kitchen...

Natural skin lampshades are both aesthetically appealing and durable due to the hardening characteristic of the hide.However, excessive exposure to heat and the elements can cause drying and...

If your clean clothes are coming out of the laundry smelling less than fresh, reconsider before you toss them back into the washer for another round. The washer might very well be your problem....

Goo Gone is a miracle worker when it comes to removing sticky messes, makeup, wax, gum and even carpet stains. Once the stain or sticky mess is removed, however, the Goo Gone leaves behind a...

Hard water and bath products can leave deposits and scum on the surface of your shower stall. These stains can build up over time. Several cleaning agents are available that claim to remove...

The Kirby Sentria is a powerful vacuum cleaner. The Sentria includes a carpet shampooer that must be assembled. The shampooer is easy to use once it is assembled, but assembly is complicated. Your...

Sometimes a pen or other ink-based device is left in someone's pocket, which then goes through the wash. Unfortunately, this also means that this will probably stain the clothes dryer that the...

Replacing the belt on a Kirby vacuum is a bit more challenging than in other vacuum cleaners. This is because Kirby manufactures high-tech vacuums that have more complicated machinery....

If your pots and pans have been through the ringer, you will want to sanitize them. Pots and pans can be expensive and not easily replaced. Instead of throwing them out, follow a few easy steps to...

Keeping your carpet clean once a year is important for maintaining the quality of health in the home. A deep carpet cleaning will remove the allergens and pollutants that regularly work their way...

One of the biggest disappointments after a delicious, home-cooked meal is the cleanup that follows. This is especially true if some of the food boiled over while you were cooking and is now burned...

Your oven pan should be cleaned every time you use it. If food has burned onto the surface, you may find that simply scrubbing the pan is not enough. However, thoroughly cleaning it can be an easy...

Whether you have just lifted an iron filing cabinet and discovered a terrible surprise where it used to be sitting, accidentally dropped a still wet, rusty old tool on the carpet or have gone...

The Scünci Steam Cleaner, also known as the Scünci Portable Household Steamer, uses high pressure steam and a wide selection of attachments to quickly tackle many cleaning tasks--such as...

Unsightly rust stains of pans pose a challenge to cleaning. Rust can build up on pots and pans if they aren't completely dried after each cleaning. Besides discoloring your cooking ware, rust can...

Black mold (Stachybotrys chartarum) commonly occurs in many households. Well-known for the health hazards its presence can cause, black mold can take root and spread in porous home-building...

Dirt Devil is a brand of vacuum cleaner with a reputation for being efficient and useful around the house. Dirt Devil vacuum cleaners are available at various department stores and specialty...

Bathroom sink drains tend to get clogged often due to hair, toothpaste and other products used in and around the sink area. Some sink stoppers work better than others to prevent debris from...

When a belt goes out on a vacuum, it's usually obvious--first the smell of burning rubber and then the machine becomes difficult to maneuver. If a belt breaks in half during operation, you'll...

Mold can grow on a sink counter top, around your shower or bath tub, or even on clothes that were put away when wet. Mold infestations can ruin items in your home and also create bad odors in the...

Rats and other rodents are responsible for transmitting over 35 diseases to humans, including salmonellosis and hemorrhagic fever, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention....

A hood range filter can become loaded with greasy build-up after weeks, months and even years of use. The hood range filter is basically out of sight, so it's one of those items you don't often...

One of the places you're likely to see mold in your home is around the shower. This results from the moisture that accumulates around your shower from both the running water and the steam...

Forgetting to grease the bottom of a non-stick frying pan can be a big mistake, especially if your food burns and then sticks to the bottom. Soaking the pan in hot, soapy water may not be enough...

Flat griddles are commonly used in restaurants to cook large amounts of food at one time, but flat griddles are also found in the home. Food scraps and grease build up on the griddle during...

You might notice little black marks on your stove top after using your stove to cook a meal. These marks are more than likely due to food or sauces sticking to the stove top. Depending on what it...

After repeated use of a wood burning fireplace or a gas fireplace, black carbon and soot deposits cloud the fireplace glass. Black glass prevents you from seeing the fire's flame and looks...

Have you ever received last minute notification that you are having friends or family over at your house? You start to sweat, and are in a quick panic. How are you going to get your house...

Moisture can accumulate in shoes when you step in a puddle, walk outside while it's raining or simply when your feet sweat. If you put the shoes inside a closet or similar place before they've...

Mold can grow anywhere there is moisture, such as in your shower, on your shoes and on your clothing if the item is not dry when you put it away. You could use bleach to remove mold from items....

If left untreated, mildew and bacteria can build up in water jets and have the potential to make you very sick. Because of the special piping used in water jets, selecting a suitable cleaner can...

Clawfoot bathtubs add charm and character to not only your bathroom but your entire home. Some people wonder, though, if it takes a lot of work to maintain a clawfoot. The fact is there's some...

Silver items tend to tarnish when not being used. Do you have silverware or jewelry that you would like to not have to clean and polish so much? Here are some ways to keep your silver items...

Patio furniture is exposed to all sorts of weather outside. That in turn causes a lot of mildew to get accumulated on it. In general the mildew will be accumulated on the furniture which is kept...

Mold seems to affect front-loading washing machines more often then top loaders. Once the mold grows in the washer it will make your clothing smell. Not only will it stink, but mold is dangerous...

Nearly everyone has left a plastic item too close to the oven or stove (or a pot or pan on those appliances) at some point. The result is usually a fairly big nuisance, but the good news is that...