Stain Removal

As your glassware ages, it may become clouded and appear dirty even after multiple washings. Mineral deposits, which will collect on your glassware over time, cause this cloudy appearance....

It is upsetting to find an ink stain on clothing. Gel pen ink stains are even worse because gel ink, a synthetic ink pigment suspended in a water-based gel, is made to be even more permanent than...

Any household with pets is subject to an accident that can leave pet stains on your flooring. Untreated wood floors and subfloors can sometimes absorb stains that require a good bit of work to...

Hotel towels always appear bright white even if they have visibly frayed with age. So how do hotel housekeepers do it? Industrial strength bleach probably plays a large role in many cases....

Nothing is better than a set of brilliant white, fluffy towels to brighten up a bathroom. And, of course, nothing is worse than a set of dingy, gray towels to throw a shabby shadow over a bathroom...

Getting rid of stains and odor created by your pets can be a difficult task. Upholstery stains and odors can be especially difficult because of hard-to-reach areas and often expensive fabrics. By...

Flagstone makes for beautiful floors, patios and walkways. This look generally comes at a relatively high price however, as the cost of the flagstone itself as well as its installation can be...

Red wine stains on a pigskin table are an unwelcome reminder of the party. Because wine is a mild acid, it can quickly penetrate materials and stubbornly refuse to fade away. The good news is,...

Pet accidents require prompt action in order to prevent staining and discolorations from developing on your carpet. Over time the stain can develop an offensive odor if it is left untreated. Pet...

Of all the things that leave unsightly stains on our belongings, water is the last thing we'd suspect. Water stains can be some of the most irritating stains to clean if you don't know what to...

You are cleaning your oven and you are hating the task. You decided to use a commercial oven cleaner to make the job go quicker. The only problem---the job is still taking too long and now you...

Although temporarily annoying, white water stains on furniture are nothing to get too alarmed about. Water stains are much easier to remove than stains resulting from oily substances or liquids...

Getting rid of make-up stains on clothes can be difficult. There is a way to remove the stains without ruining your clothing. Make-up should be removable as long as you do not put the garment in...

Ink stains of any type and color can be extremely difficult to remove from cloth, be it your favorite T-shirt or the tablecloth you bring out for special occasions. If the ink-stained item is made...

Stains happen. They're just a part of life. Some stains, however, are more challenging to remove than others. Rust is one of them. Your everyday stain removal products won't do much, if anything,...

While pet accidents happen and are tolerable for the most part, it becomes a bit more irritating when it happens on your bed. Our furry friends occasionally forget their manners, and when they do,...

Fabric glue works great to adhere materials when you don't want to, or can't, sew the fabric. This adhesive works so well that removing it when it accidentally gets on an area in which you don't...

Children love to color with crayons. Unfortunately children don't always stay between the lines or even on the paper. Crayons are notorious for ending up on walls, under furniture and melted in...

If you are around young children on a regular basis, then you've probably dealt with a wide variety of stains, including paint on your pants, ink on your skin and crayon on your clothing. Removing...

An oil stain under your car is not only an indication of future vehicle maintenance, but an eyesore that needs to be dealt with as it mars the aesthetics of everything around it. These stains are...

Removing ink from a dryer drum isn't difficult if you know the proper materials and techniques to use. In most cases, the stain can be removed quickly and with only a little elbow grease. Most of...

If you have a child who enjoys coloring, you may also have small clothes, or large tablecloths, with crayon stains on them. These waxy, bright stains can seem impossible to remove completely. Not...

Showers are prime environments for mold and mildew growth, hard water stains, oil and greasy residues and plain old grime. Vinyl shower floors or shower pans should make keeping the shower clean...

Blood is one of the most common and stubborn stains to get out of upholstery and carpeting. Blood stains can also be made worse by trying to remove them the wrong way, which is why they are often...

Whether you use a treadmill for exercise or exercising the dog, if your dog urinates on the treadmill, it probably smells bad. The good news is that removing dog urine is relatively easy--once you...

Pets can light up your home and be excellent companions. From time to time, your pets may get a little too excited or scared. When these moments occur, the animal may have an unfortunate accident....

Here is how to remove wax stain, if you have accidentally dripped candle wax on your carpet.

Cleaning wipes are very convenient to use. They are usually expensive, and contain harsh chemicals that are hard on the environment. This is a way to make your own while saving money, and helping...

Pet stains can be very difficult to remove from wood floors. Caution is required, as using water to remove the stain can lead to even more damage to the hardwood. Instead, it is important to find...

Laundry hampers are often stuffed with damp clothing and towels. The darkness and moisture create a perfect atmosphere for mold and mildew to form. Left untreated, mold and mildew can damage...

Oh nooooo.... not again. Your dog or cat has just peed on the carpet or on some other valued possession, and now you're faced with the unenviable task of making it go away. How can you get rid of...

Spills happen. It is a fact of life. What happens afterwards is a different story, especially when talking about carpet care. Acting quickly is key to removing a stain; the longer it sits, the...

Spilling ink on carpet might cause some homeowners to reach for a bottle of antacid before grabbing a bottle of cleaner, but all is not lost. You can remove ink stains from carpet with a few...

It can be disheartening to realize that your carpet has a paint stain on it. If one of your projects involves spray paint and some of it ends up on the carpet, a method is available to clean it....

Pet odors in your house can be unpleasant and annoying. You can use some simple household items to fight pet odors. Acting quickly, before the odor becomes a part of the carpet or upholstery...

Water spots on carpet tend to appear gray or brown. The water is rarely the culprit of the stain; it is actually made of dirt and dust that settled on the carpet while wet and then dried to the...

It's surely happened to everyone at one time or another; a pen left in the pocket of clothing that's gone into the washing machine or the pen that exploded during the day. Kids and pens are also a...

Animals are prone to having accidents in the home, as are people on occasion. Cleaning a carpet soiled with excrement might seem like a difficult, not to mention unpleasant experience, but it...

Do you have a bathroom fan that does not do the job of removing moisture during those hot showers? I have 3 teenagers that shower all the time. I have a white bathroom and my fan cannot keep up...

When treating soda stains on clothing, carpet or upholstery, the most important thing to remember is to treat spills as soon as possible. The longer you wait before treating stains, the harder...

Oil is very thick and very hard to clean up, especially when it gets on your driveway or any other concrete or blacktop area. Oil will also eventually break down asphalt if it is not cleaned up...

Oil and grease stains can ruin a piece of clothing, carpet or furniture. They are not just ugly but they can break down the fabric or fibers over time. The oil will continue to absorb into the...

While Gatorade gives athletes a boost to compete, when spilled on the carpet, it only gives Mom a boost in her blood pressure. The food coloring additives it contains, like red #40 and yellow #5,...

Gatorade has the fuel athletes need to compete; it also has a number of food coloring additives like Red No. 40 and Yellow No. 5 that make it difficult to remove from carpets. Here's a way to...

Dog owners everywhere are familiar with the perils of removing dog urine stains from various household items. Dog urine is best removed from cloth and carpet with a natural cleaning product...

No matter how careful the painter, painting spills and splatters can happen. Fortunately, most water-based paints will come out of clothing, even if the paint has dried. For these paints, you...

When nail polish gets on clothing, such as your pants, cleaning the mess can be troublesome. Because of fabric's natural porosity, the stain seeps quickly into the fibers. Removing nail polish is...

Are your old tennis shoes looking a bit dirty these days? If your tennis shoes are genuinely still in fair to good shape, don't throw them away. Give them a make-over. Learn how to easily clean...

Marble is frequently used for counter tops, both in the kitchen and bathroom. Considered durable, it does need special care to avoid staining and etching. Read on to find out how to deal with...

Paraffin wax is a petroleum-based product used most often in home canning and candle-making. Most commercially available candles are made of paraffin wax. Most people who end up with paraffin wax...