Cleaning Appliances

How to Reduce the Amount of Dust in Your Home

By nethopperz

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A dusty home is an unhealthy place to live and very uncomfortable for those with dust allergies. Follow these easy tips to remove much of this dust from your home... more »

How to Remove Oven Cleaner Residue

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Why put up with that annoying oven-cleaner smell that remains after you've cleaned the oven? Here's how to remove that stinky residue... more »

How to use Table Salt Around the House

By christieo1

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You would have never known that little unassuming shaker of salt on kitchen table could help you accomplish hard tasks around the house. Here are 5 simple things you can use salt for other than seasoning your food... more »

How to Buy Floor-Care Appliances

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Could you eat off of your floor? Although you probably wouldn't want to even if they were squeaky-clean, regular cleaning will increase the life of your floors and help you breathe easier by removing allergens. Because no single appliance cleans ... more »

How to Care for Your Sink

By Sheila Wilkinson

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There's something about a clean sink. In the midst of chaos in the kitchen or bathroom, things don't seem so out of control if your sink is clean and shiny. In fact, most pros tell us to keep that area clean because it gives us more of a feeling ... more »

How to Clean a Stove Exhaust Fan Filter

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Cleaning the grease from the protective filter on your stove's exhaust fan can be difficult because of its textured metal surface. Here's a method for removing the grease that doesn't require any elbow grease!.. more »

How to Clean a Stove Without Harsh Chemicals

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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A dirty stove top covered in food and grease will ruin the look of an otherwise sparkling kitchen. The best way to keep your stove looking good is by cleaning after every use. You don't need to buy harsh cleaners to get the job done. Use simple ... more »

How to Clean Food Spatters from your microwave

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Clean food spatters quickly and safely from your microwave.. more »

How to Clean Oven Racks

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Ovens today are easy to clean, since most come with a self-cleaning feature. If you like your oven racks to keep their shine, you should remove them from your oven before starting the self-cleaning process. Here's how to get the racks shiny, ... more »

How to clean oven with fabric softener

By cfamily

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How to clean your oven with fabric softener. Well I own my own business as a house cleaner and I have found that fabric softener will get up that nasty grease stains in your oven. also it will make the oven nice and shiny. so all you do is put ... more »

How to Clean Stove Burner Grates

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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After every great meal there is always the clean up to look forward to. It takes a little arm power to get those gas stoves cleaned efficiently, especially the stove burner grates. Use the suggestions that follow to help in getting your stove ... more »

How to clean the salt off your car in the winter the cheap and easy way.

By ntherese4990

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It’s cold, freezing, and salt trucks are coating your car with loads of salt! Well, it’s time to take action and uncover the real beauty of your paint job once again. Oh and get all that slush and chalky white salt off once and for all. No need ... more »

How to Disinfect a Washing Machine

By GreenKnitter

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It may seem strange because it always has soap and bleach swirling around inside it; but if you have an older washing machine, you may want to think about disinfecting it a couple times a year. Parts loosen up and can be havens for bacteria. ... more »

How to Get Rid of Tap-Water Mineral Deposits

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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If the water coming out of your tap contains too much calcium or magnesium, you'll find white deposits, known as lime scales, on your kitchen appliances and fixtures. A common kitchen ingredient is just as effective as a special cleanser--without ... more »

How to Make Dryer Lint Firestarters

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Whether your going camping or just trying to start a blaze in the fireplace at home, dryer lint firestarters are quick and easy ways to reuse household items to help you start a fire... more »

How to Organize Housework

By Sheila Wilkinson

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Housework has always been called an endless and thankless job, but you can feel very thankful about things getting done with less time and trouble by organizing your chores better. All you need is a little time to make up a plan--here's how... more »

How to Remove Odor From a Microwave

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Just cooked sauerkraut or a lovely frozen entrée in the microwave? Just opened the door to find that the microwave still smells like the hot dog you cooked days ago? Here are suggestions about how to remove odors from a microwave oven... more »

How to Remove Popcorn Stains From a Microwave

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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The microwave is often used to cook popcorn for the family. However, an overcooked or leaky bag can lead to large and unsightly yellow stains on the surface of the microwave. These stains are one of the hardest to remove, but it can be done with ... more »

How to Remove Rust

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Rust is tough, but you can get rid of it on most surfaces. To prevent rust from forming you should keep metals dry and minimize their exposure to humidity and water. Here's an overview of your options for treating and preventing rust on most ... more »

How to Repair Scratched Stainless Steel

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Whether you can remove a scratch has much to do with how deep the scratch goes. Here are several ways to deal with this problem and restore your cookware, stainless steel appliances, countertops or sinks to their former glory... more »

How to Use a Broom

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Brooms are handy to have around. They can be used for a variety of tasks and they come in a few different forms. The most common is a broom with a handle and bristles. You can also get a broom vacuum or a broom that is attached to a dustpan... more »

How to Use Common Household Items for Cleaning

By Erinn Valencich

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There are so many specialized cleaning products on the market that you could practically fill your cupboards with them. But if you don’t want to shell out the money--or you’d rather take a break from the harsh chemicals these products so often ... more »

How to Use Dryer Sheets Around Your Home

By christieo1

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Did you know that Dryer Sheets have TONS of uses around your home, many of which people never realize? Try some of them and you too will develop a new love for this cheap and versatile household staple... more »

How to Clean a Dishwasher

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Dishwashers come in two types, steel and plastic. Both often get dirty while washing your dinner ware and other cooking appliances. You need to keep your dishwasher clean as dirt and oil often stay within the dishwashing tub. The following steps ... more »

How to Clean a Range Hood Filter

By Sharon Slayton

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Avoid household fire hazards, and keep your range hood and fan doing what they are supposed to do! Cleaning your range hood is an important part of kitchen cleanup!.. more »

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