Furniture Care

Using a leather book cover on heavily used or valuable books can add a beneficial layer of protection. In many cases, though, the book covers themselves become objects of value for their owners,...

Silestone is a quartz surface that is said to be easier to take care of and cleaner than granite surfacing. The leading manufacturer in silestone is Cosentino. Cosentino USA was developed in...

We have all experienced water damage at some point or another right? It's frustrating, it's an eyesore, but when it's on your beautiful expensive wood furniture it can awful! I have found a way...

Spilled grease will leave permanent dark marks on wood furniture or wood surface unless treated correctly and promptly. The faster a the grease spot is removed the more luck you will have to...

Generally located in medium to large office spaces, cubicles are personal workstations divided by partitions. Often, upholstery covers cubicle walls, much like the fabric that covers an office...

Moving furniture and everyday living causes multiple surface scratches. Furniture scratches, left unfixed, detract from the beauty of your furniture. Additionally, scratches begin to break down...

Teak furniture is well-known for its remarkable ability to hold up under a variety of outdoor conditions and its natural resistance to moisture, fungus and the drying caused by sun and exposure to...

Tables take more wear and tear than almost any other surface in our homes. Used for work, play and meals, they hold up our most important objects and participate in some of the most important...

Silly Putty is a childhood favorite that children love to spread around the house, on toys, on themselves and on your furniture and fabrics. It can seem like the putty will never come out of the...

Foam mattress pads are a convenient alternative to full foam mattresses. They provide virtually the same comfort at a fraction of the cost. But even though a foam mattress pad is not as expensive...

Health and nutrition experts urge us to eat a full range of colors daily--and to feed our children the same. Yellow macaroni and cheese, red tomatoes, brown drippings from beef, hot pink from...

When a spill or accident causes odors in a mattress, getting rid of the smell can be an overwhelming task. The smell gets deep down into the fabric and padding making it nearly impossible to get...

Though mold spores in the air are everywhere, they usually go undetected. If these mold spores find a damp place to settle it's a whole different story as they move in and accumulate, causing not...

Leather furniture provides a comfortable feel combined with a classic vibe that can be worked into a variety of decoration styles. Many people have had their leather furniture for years and some...

Many pets enjoy snuggling up to their owners or just lounging around on the sofa. Repeated contact with animals can produce offensive pet odors on your sofa. Wet fur, urine, dander and other...

When the hinges break on an otherwise usable cooler, no need to discard it, replace the hinges yourself. When factory replacement hinges are unavailable, make your own using the following steps.

Some of the most beloved non-human members of our family can have the sharpest claws. While these claws serve a purpose to the cat, they can be detrimental to homes and furniture. Fixing a cat...

If you are having trouble removing dog urine stains and odors from your furniture, you are not alone. Here is the best method available that will remove your dog urine stains and odors.

A futon is a piece of furniture that can serve many purposes. It is a sofa, a lounge chair and a bed. It also integrates easily with any décor and is affordable as well as comfortable. Since...

With a simple air leakage test you can find the air leaks that can be costing you anywhere from 50 or 60 dollars a month during winter and 20 to 30 a month during the summer. This is not counting...

Keeping wood tables healthy keeps them looking like new. With a little wood polish or oil, little stains, nicks and scratches can be erased easily. However, heat marks can leave a permanent stain...

Candle wax spills and drips can be a challenge to remove from hardwood floors or wood furniture. You would immediately think to reach for some heat to warm the wax and remove, never remove wax...

Ink stains are among the most frustrating stains to remove. Once ink has marred a surface, very few cleaners can remove the stain from furniture. Your best tool to fight ink stains is your typical...

Microfiber is a man-made material that contains very fine fibers, and is used to make everything from clothing to furniture. Microfiber couches are becoming increasingly popular; the fabric is...

Laminate flooring features the beautiful look of wood flooring without the high cost and constant upkeep. While laminate floors are less prone to scratching and denting than their real wood...

It is easy to reduce the appearance of small scratches in leather furniture; however, it's important to use extreme caution when applying liquid products to leather as it is quite porous and...

Beeswax blobs on furniture create an unsightly mess that can also permanently stain the wood if left untreated. Besides candles, beeswax is a common ingredient in cosmetics and shoe polish....

As they get old, seat cushions for chairs, benches and other household furniture can get dirty or develop tears, and their padding can become flattened. It is often cheaper to repair them by hand...

Foul smelling dresser drawers can leave your clothing smelling less than desirable. There is no point in pulling fresh smelling clothes from the dryer and putting them right into a drawer that...

A wood or butcher-block counter top can last for decades if properly cared for. But if you do not season or seal wood surfaces prior to use, mold and bacteria might invade the wood. Luckily,...

Made of sturdy woven fibers, wicker is lightweight and attractive, and can be used as indoor or outdoor furnishing. Because of the woven nature of wicker, dust and debris can easily build up in...

Sometimes getting rid of head lice can seem like an impossible task. The problem is usually not that the lice on a person's head survives treatment, it's that it remains on furnishings, only to...

The cause of mold is high humidity or dampness. Mold can grow on all types of surfaces, including drywall and furniture. Flooding or storing furniture in garages can cause mold to grow. The spores...

Marble is one of the most beautiful stones available. It should not be confused with granite. Marble is a softer material consisting of mainly calcium carbonate crystals, making it more prone to...

If you want to create a more accommodating quest room with a larger bed, there are ways to cut corners and save money rather than buying a brand-new king-size bed. Many people have extra twin beds...

Stone tables add a warm, natural touch to your patio decor. But they require careful maintenance to maintain their rustic beauty. The porous stones these tables are made from stain easily and can...

Furniture upholstered in velvet adds depth and personality to any home decor. Velvet is also very delicate and can be damaged easily by using the wrong cleaning products and methods. Spills are...

Few things are as beautiful and timeless as real wood furniture. A wood headboard, whether cherry, oak or one of a variety of other finishes, can make your bedroom look sophisticated. However,...

Teak is one of the most common woods used in boats and for outdoor furniture. Teak oil naturally prevents wood from rotting and deteriorating in wet environments, such as the open sea or outside,...

If you have pets and small children, accidents on your couch are bound to happen. When those accidents are caused by urine, however, they can make for smelly messes that are hard to get rid of....

Outdoor teak furniture is highly susceptible to mold and mildew growth. Because teak furniture is typically kept outside year-round, it is often exposed to cold, damp conditions which are highly...

New mattresses commonly give off an odor. This is the natural off-gassing of components, such as foam and (sometimes) dyes or other chemicals. Sprays, cleaners and other products that generally...

Dust mites are microscopic insects that feed on the dead skin cells of animals and humans, as well as mold spores. Dust mites viewed under a microscope are spider-like in appearance. According to...

Many people buy leather furniture to add depth and texture to their home. These furniture pieces are quite durable and can be used in a variety of decorating themes but can also be expensive....

Furniture can become stained over time, especially in homes with pets or small children. Professional upholstery cleaning services can be expensive, so many people choose to clean their own...

Finished teak usually does not need much care but unfinished teak may require care to renew the wood. Unfinished indoor and outdoor teak are cared for slightly differently, but both need some...

Fabric used for outdoor chairs is designed to withstand the hazards of outdoor use. Most fabrics are made to be water- and mold-resistant. Unfortunately, this does not guarantee that these fabrics...

After socializing with friends, it can be annoying to discover that drinking glasses have left ring marks on the coffee table. The condensation from glasses leaves unsightly white rings on wood...

Furniture polish protects and preserves wood furniture, which helps to keep the wood from drying and makes the surface more resistant to scratching. A beeswax-based polish provides a warm shine to...

Whether you're attracted to a black dresser or a set of black tables and chairs, the appeal is easy to understand. The richness of the color is dramatic and adds beauty to almost any color scheme....