Stain Removal

Sulfuric acid is a non-flammable solution found in batteries and is an ingredient in certain dyes, plastics, rubber, glue, film and other products. The acid can stain bathtubs, countertops and...

Ink spots can be difficult to remove from fabric, but with a little perseverance, patience and a trial and error process, you can get rid of most ink spots. Although there are many good products...

When excess moisture finds its way to fabrics within your home it can create a rather perplexing problem. It’s odd that a clear clean liquid such as water can cause a stain; to make matters worse,...

Inkjet printers are one of the most common types of printers on the market. They are a staple in most home and commercial offices because of their ability to produce quality images. Many people...

You are pulling up the old, dirty carpet from your basement's game room. The task has been easy so far, but now you are left with carpet glue on the flooring. You want to remove the carpet glue...

The smell of urine is unpleasant and can be embarrassing if you have guests. They are, however, a common occurrence with pets. Especially if you have a new puppy or an older dog, you will likely...

Ceramic cooktops are very nice to have in the kitchen---they are pretty and great to cook on. But many times they get black spots on them from cooking, which can make the cooktop look dirty and...

Glasses, bowls, vases and accidental spills can all leave unwanted water stains on furniture. Placemats and coasters are often used to prevent moisture from getting into the wood grain of tables....

Marble makes a luxurious material for floors, walls, countertops and mantels. This porous material tends to absorb stains from liquids and oils that have come in contact with it. Certain liquids,...

Tweezers, like anything made of metal, can get rusty if left in a wet or damp environment. Luckily, there are several methods for removing rust from metal surfaces, and most of them can be...

When wax spills on wood floors, even when it is removed, it often leaves a residue behind. It looks like a stain, but it is typically a thin layer of wax. This wax "stain" is removed in a similar...

No matter how diligent you are as a parent in keeping your towels spot free, there is always the chance of chewing gum getting stuck in the fabric. Rather than cut your losses and throw the towel...

Ballpoint ink stains can be tricky to remove, especially from fabric. However, when ink gets in your dryer, you have a problem unless you remove the ink before you use the dryer again. Every once...

Finding oil stains from food can always be disappointing. The greasy marks left after a meal can be gross and, at times, hard to remove. Isopropyl alcohol, a kind of rubbing alcohol commonly found...

Jell-O gelatin is often served as a dessert. Jell-O comes in several flavors, all of which contain dyes that can stain your carpet. Children can accidentally get Jell-O on your carpets because it...

It's never enjoyable to be faced with the task of removing stains from cloth. When you think of stains, images of coffee, wine and grease usually come to mind. Rarely do you consider the...

Carpeted areas of your home can be some of the most difficult to keep clean. It can seem like everything that touches a carpet stains it, including dirt or mud tracked in from outside, spilled...

Oak furniture can add beauty and livelihood to a home décor. Unless you are going to keep it covered up with tablecloths or place settings, however, oak tables can be stained easily. Water...

Vaseline is a petroleum-based product with a wide variety of uses. Vaseline aids the healing process of chapped skin and lips, soothes dry skin, removes makeup, acts as a lubricant and can even...

Concrete, though it appears solid to our eyes, is actually filled with tiny crevices called pores. These pores can absorb urine and trap it deep within the stone, making it impossible to remove...

Mustard stains on carpet are one of the worst stains that can affect the color of carpeting. This is due to the main coloring agent used in mustard. Turmeric is a natural herb often used to add...

Sooner or later every pet owner will need to deal with pet stains. Once a pet has urinated in a spot, they will be drawn to the smell and repeatedly return to that spot to urinate. It is important...

Almost every pet owner and parents have at some point cleaned urine stains from furniture, floors, and rugs. The bedroom is also not immune from this problem. If you have unsightly and offensive...

While flowers can certainly brighten up a room, they can also result in an unexpected chore if falling petals or pollen create stains on fabrics or carpets. Bright orange or yellow marks can be...

Getting red paint out of carpet is more challenging than getting white paint out of carpet--the colorants in red paint are more likely to contain staining dye. The method you'll use depends on...

Food stains are an all-too-familiar consequence for any cook. Tomato sauce can be one of the most treacherous stains to remove, especially once it has dried. The thick, red stain can ruin the...

A laminate floor is a type of durable and shiny hard floor covering. The glossiness of a laminate floor can make cleaning fresh spills easier because substances won't sink into the laminate like...

A subfloor is the floor that supports the finished floor that may be tile or hardwood, carpet, vinyl or something else. Sometimes pets are allowed to urinate on a floor such that the staining and...

Got an ink stain on your favorite shirt? Ink stains are by far the most difficult stains to remove. Early treatment is the key to complete ink stain removal. Here are a few tips on how to get ink...

Elmer's glue is used for a variety of arts and crafts projects, and even some home projects. The glue is easy to use, and cleaning up the substance is not difficult. Glue spills do happen and...

Cooking appliances are always at a high risk of being covered with food stains. If you don't clean up food spills immediately, they can become burned on and extremely difficult to remove....

In this article I will tell you how to get candle wax out of your clothing. Is a virtually painless, and simple method that has worked for me in the past several times over.

Printer ink can permanently stain a carpet, making it look unsightly. However, spilling printer ink on a carpet does not have to be a major disaster. In fact, you can use household chemicals to...

When hosting dinner parties and other special occasions, it can be embarrassing to have ugly spots on drinking glasses. After all, we all want to impress our friends and families with our best....

Experiencing the painful loss of your positions in a hurricane can do more damage to a person than what can be seen with the naked eye. Losing precious items can literally bring you to your knees...

Wood floors give a rich, distinguished look of quality to a home. They do however, present some challenges in upkeep, cleaning and maintenance---especially when the homeowner needs to remove marks...

Keeping a rug stain free is a challenge--especially when items whose stains are thought of to be permanent come in contact with the carpet. Ink is such an item. Contrary to what many people think,...

Stubborn scale deposits are ugly on any surface, especially shower doors. Over time, soap, grime and scale deposits build up and become more and more difficult to remove. You don't want to use a...

Candle wax can be a daunting mess to clean when it soaks into your carpet. However, you can easily remove candle wax from carpet with paper towel and an iron. Within minutes your carpet will look...

Spilled candle wax can penetrate clothing and appear to be impossible to get out. Fortunately, it is actually pretty easy to remove candle wax from clothing and it only takes a few minutes.

Spray paint is easy to use on a variety of surfaces. However, it also can be easily sprayed on surfaces that you don't want it on, such as vinyl. The good news is the paint can be removed with...

Having pets is a joy, but accidents happen, especially during the puppy potty-training stages. You should have the proper cleaning supplies at hand to quickly clean up urine before it stains your...

Leather is a delicate material that can tear or rip easily. In addition, when spills occur, leather soaks the liquid up right away. Clean stains on your leather furniture or clothing as soon as...

Water can sometimes damage fabric, especially silks like organza. Treat the stain immediately so that the water spot does not become permanent. Always read the directions on the tag of your...

You can successfully clean a coffee spill from carpet by taking quick action with white towels and a wet cleaning solution. Coffee spills are one of the most common types of accidents that happen...

Everyone knows the feeling, dollop of nail polish falls on the carpet. We all run out to get nail polish remover and rub the stain into a big smeary mess. I will explain a way that removes the...

Do you love your new super white sneakers and want to keep them looking this white? Nothing beats that new bright white look, but it never lasts very long. These simple steps will remove scuff...

How To Safely Spot Clean Your Carpet Without Leaving A Telltale Ring

This article will give you instructions on how to get the smell of urine out of your childs' mattress.

This article will give all frustrated parents hope when trying to clean up any petroleum based or sticky kid mess!!