Furniture Care

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...

Urine stains on mattresses from pets and people can create an overpowering odor and an unsanitary sleeping place, but a thorough cleaning and preventive measures will extend the life of your...

Some of the finest contemporary furniture designers in the world are from Italy. The furniture they design is very expensive. Various Italian furniture pieces have stainless steel handles, Strass...

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...

Cleaning plastic textured tables doesn't have to be complicated or difficult. Two items you probably already have on hand--vinegar and baking soda--can work wonders on that stained plastic table.

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...

Wood is a popular organic material used in many products, including musical instruments, sports equipment, boats, windows and doors, flooring and, of course, furniture. The way that you clean and...

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...

If you want to clean and polish your furniture. Here is a idea to make a natural polish that is great for the environment and has no harmful chemicals.

Grime. Goo. Sticky greasy mess. And your child sits and eats near it every day. What is it? High chair straps. I struggled for years, scraping and trying my best to sanitize the straps. It was a...

Cleaning urine from a mattress can be a daunting and inevitable task, especially if you have children in the house. But removing the urine can be very simple with a few household materials.

Wood furniture is built to last a lifetime with proper care. Caring for the finish is just as important as caring for the structural integrity of the piece. Damage to the finish can lead to...

Leather is considered one of the more luxurious of textiles for your furniture. It can last a lifetime if cared for properly. While not stain-proof, leather is stain resistant, and most spills can...

Clean and condition the wood surfaces of your furniture with commercial or homemade cleaning solutions. Keeping wood surfaces clean and conditioned will extend the life of a vintage piece and...

When it comes to suede, you have to be careful. Everyone knows that water can stain suede, so how are you supposed to clean it? There is a fun trick that you can use the next time you have to...

There is no need to spend money on expensive furniture polish when you can make your own that cleans and polishes your wood furniture for a fraction of the cost.

Whether you've acquired your suede chair from someone who smokes or had pets, furniture has a way of retaining smells we don't want it to. It seems unfair that it's so quick to pick up undesirable...

People do not have to use commercial cleaners and polishers on their wood furniture. An environmentally friendly product can easily be made using two ingredients that are probably already in your...

Learn how to make environmentally friendly, non-toxic household cleaners using cheap product you probably already have in your home!

After a long, dreary winter with snow, cloudy skies and temperatures close to that of your freezer, it's time to rise to the occasion as the flowers rise to the sun in Spring.

There are two good reasons to make your own carpet cleaner. The first is that you will save money because the ingredients to make your own carpet cleaner are far less expensive than the chemical...

Even with careful and regular care, stained furniture will lose its shine over time. When the finish on your furniture becomes dull, you may find that commercial furniture polishes can't even...

Leather furniture can be scary to clean because you don't want anything to hurt the leather. It's not a very forgiving material - once it's ruined, that's it. You can make a very good - safe -...

Couch cushions are commonly neglected in the cleaning department. Yet, they are a magnet for dirt, pet hair, and spills. The reason most cushions do not get cleaned regularly is because many...

Musty furniture stinks. Literally. Getting rid of that smell can be a challenge, but it's possible with the help of a few products and techniques. Read on to learn how to get rid of a musty smell...

Cane bottom chairs are beautiful pieces of furniture that can be picked up at yard sales, consignment shops or thrift stores. With a few simple tools, the cane seat of the chair can be easily...