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Removing fringe from a rug is something that you may need to have a local professional do. Remove fringe from a rug with help from a home design and decor professional in this free video clip.
New carpet is a major investment in your home and one that you want to last as long as possible. While color and style are major factors that affect the design and decor of your home, the way the carpet is engineered and the materials used in construction determine how long it will hold up to traffic, sunlight and dirt.
Creating decorated pointe shoes is one way to show off a dancer or dance lover's passion and creativity. Pointe shoes are beautiful and functional for a dancer. But what do you do when the (expensive) pointe shoes are worn out? Get out your glue, sequins, ribbon, and markers. The shoes can easily be re-purposed to create a unique decorative addition to any dancer's room.
A homemade cinnamon deep-cleaning mask has a number of positive benefits that shouldn't be ignored. Find out about homemade cinnamon deep-cleaning masks with help from a beauty and lifestyle expert in this free video clip.
Old-fashioned, homemade carpet shampoo is a whole lot easier to make than you probably think it is. Make old-fashioned, homemade carpet shampoo with help from a home cleaning professional in this free video clip.
Cleaning flood-damaged carpeting isn't the impossible task that it may initially seem. Clean flood-damaged carpet with help from a home cleaning professional in this free video clip.
Cleaning carpet with homemade products is surprisingly effective if you use the right technique. Clean carpet with homemade products with help from a home cleaning professional in this free video clip.
Baking soda is an integral ingredient to have around if you're thinking about making your own face wash. Find out how to make your own face wash using baking soda with help from a Los Angeles-based, medically-trained aesthetician, makeup artist and beauty blogger in this free video clip.
Cleaning a stale milk smell from carpet requires you to have a few key tools, like vinegar, at your disposal. Clean stale milk smells from carpeting with help from a carpet cleaning professional in this free video clip.
Nail polish stains are not impossible to remove from carpeting. Clean a nail polish stain from the carpet with help from a carpet cleaning professional in this free video clip.
Not all carpet cleaning solutions are safe for all types of carpeting. Learn about the safest green carpet cleaning solution with help from a carpet cleaning professional in this free video clip.
Wax needs to be removed from a carpet in a very specific way for the best possible results. Learn about wax removal from a carpet with help from a carpet cleaning professional in this free video clip.
Fabric refresher is a great tool to have at your disposal when cleaning a carpet. Learn about carpet cleaning with fabric refresher with help from a carpet cleaning professional in this free video clip.
Soda has a tendency to stain almost immediately after being spilled on carpeting. Remove red pop stains from carpet with help from a carpet cleaning professional in this free video clip.
If your home has experienced a leak, one of the first things you'll want to do is dry your carpet. Dry the carpeting after a leak with help from a carpet cleaning professional in this free video clip.
Suede is an elegant, durable material that looks and feels luxurious on boots, handbags, coats and other items of clothing and accessories. Suede requires careful cleaning and maintenance to keep it looking brand new because the brushed finish is vulnerable to moisture, dirt and oil or grease from the environment. If your favorite suede boots or handbag has a grease spot, clean it off using baking soda. The baking soda absorbs the grease as well as deodorizes the item, leaving your suede looking and smelling fresh and new.
Most vehicles are powered by one or more lead-acid batteries which, as the name suggests, contain acid. This is usually concentrated sulfuric acid, a corrosive chemical that may cause skin irritation, swelling and burns upon contact, and lung damage when inhaled. To prevent damage to human health and to materials such as automobile upholstery and carpets, the acid must be neutralized and washed out of the contaminated material. This is usually a straightforward process, but take care to follow the safety guidelines throughout the procedure.
Changing the entire look of your room can be easy by adding an elegant wool rug. Wool rugs are typically more expensive than synthetic fiber rugs but withstand more use and last significantly longer than synthetic rugs. Care and maintenance of your wool rug can seem daunting at first, but sticking to some simple yet proven cleaning and care tips will keep your rug clean and free of fuzz from loose wool fibers.
Just because you've cleaned your carpet doesn't mean all stains will disappear. Find out about problems with stains after carpet cleaning with help from a carpet cleaning professional in this free video clip.
Cleaning a beer spill on the carpet doesn't have to take a long period of time. Learn how to quickly clean a beer spill on the carpet with help from a carpet cleaning professional in this free video clip.
You can make carpet shampoo right at home using a few key ingredients that you may already have access to. Make a homemade carpet shampoo with help from a carpet cleaning professional in this free video clip.
After a steam cleaning you don't have to wait for absurdly long periods of time for your carpet to dry. Dry your carpet quickly after steam cleaning with help from a carpet cleaning professional in this free video clip.
You can remove many different types of stains from your carpeting with homemade ingredients, so long as you apply them properly. Learn about homemade ingredients to remove stains from a carpet with help from a carpet cleaning professional in this free video clip.
Berber carpet needs to be cleaned in a very specific way for the best possible results. Find out how to clean Berber carpet with help from a carpet cleaning professional in this free video clip.
The Fantom is a slim vacuum cleaner that has several components designed to make cleaning a carpet quick and simple. However, some of these components can clog if not cleared regularly, while others degrade over time. Learn about these components to prepare to inspect your Fantom and locate the cause of any overheating.
Binding may be the simplest and most common solution to finishing the edges of a hall carpet runner, but you might want to consider some other edge details before settling on the traditional method. Add some decorative trim, fringe or a border to the runner to give the hallway some visual interest. In cases where the runner is part of a minimalist interior, a quick trick to reinforce the edges against fraying may be the right choice.
Vacuums are designed to collect dust and dirt from indoor carpets. Unfortunately, liquid spills are also possible, especially in a household with small children. In this instance a wet/dry vacuum is needed. The best way to use a wet/dry vacuum to clean a carpet is to follow all of the safety precautions listed in the manufacturer's instruction manual.
Carpet surface fibers may be nylon, olefin, wool, polyester or some combination of these. Carpeting for your home or business is tufted or woven and requires a primary backing fiber or fabric that holds the top fibers in place. Some carpet construction uses latex adhesive on the primary backing fiber, and others use latex to increase bulk. Some individuals who have latex sensitivity, however, may find carpeting a source of allergic reaction. Older carpets cause more allergies than new carpets. As old carpet wears, the latex breaks down to create a latex dust that becomes airborne.
Household appliances that have been submerged in flood waters, especially salt water, may not be repairable. If appliances have just been exposed to rainwater and wind, you may be able to salvage them after the storm. If your clothes dryer will not start after a flood, try to troubleshoot the source of the problem.
Dishwasher detergent can be expensive, costing upwards of $10 for a container or bottle. In addition, many detergents are full of chemicals that can harm the environment, your children or your pets if they accidentally ingest the detergent. Additionally, some dishwasher detergents are ineffective if the home has hard water. An alternative to buying expensive, chemical-laden commercial detergent is to make your own dishwasher detergent from household ingredients. Homemade dishwasher detergent is natural and far less expensive than commercial options.
You love your rabbit and you want him to be happy. In order to keep your pet content and in good health, you need to keep his rabbit hutch clean. No one wants to live in a dirty house and your rabbit is no different. Since he cannot clean his hutch himself, it's up to you to show him how much you care by taking the time to clean his space up and make it a nice place for him to live.
When purchasing carpeting for one or more rooms in a home, yardage is always left over to ensure that enough is purchased to properly cover the floor. Remaining pieces can often be used as welcome mats or scatter rugs; however, the edges must be secured so the piece does not begin to fray or unravel. Several binding methods are available that can turn carpeting remnants into usable rugs.
Eco-friendly and homemade windshield washer fluids often contain some of the same ingredients recommended for cleaning carpet stains. These ingredients, such as rubbing alcohol, vinegar and detergent, help break down and remove carpet stains such as grease, beverage and food stains. In the absence of these ingredients, you can use non-colored washer fluid to remove stains and get your carpet clean.
A stage riser has a series of platforms, each one higher than the one in front. A riser is commonly used by choral and other groups and allows all the participants to see and be seen. Some stage risers are carpeted, and others aren't. Because a stage riser usually isn't permanent, it's designed to be folded up and stored when it's not in use. The legs are generally folded under the riser. Over time, the legs can develop dents and scratches. To protect the legs, something soft, such as fabric, can be wrapped around them. Carpeting on the risers doesn't…
When you install new carpeting in a large room, you will probably have to seam two sections of carpet together. This may seem like a daunting task, and your instinct may be to hire a professional carpet layer to do the job. But you'd be surprised at how easy it is to get a professional-looking carpet seam yourself with only a few special tools and a little patience.
Placing carpet over loose aggregate could create an uneven and hazardous walking surface, especially for people already unstable on their feet. Concrete is a mix of aggregate and cement that is often used as the surface underneath carpet. Understanding the difference between aggregate and concrete is helpful when making decisions about installing carpet over either material.
The KoolGlide carpet steaming iron is designed to seal carpet seams. When turned on, the KoolGlide iron heats and melts the carpet tape underneath the pile. Only use the carpet seaming tape manufactured or recommended by the KoolGlide company. Using another product will result in an unpredictable and possibly dangerous outcome.
An indoor or outdoor stairway is usually exposed to more traffic, and eventually more abuse, than any other flooring in the house. Updating an old or unfinished wood or concrete stairway enhances its appeal and improves its longevity. Before you refinish or remodel a stairway, remove the runner to expose the unfinished surface. A simple, inexpensive way to update an old or worn-out stairway is to apply a fresh coat of stain or paint.
Light reflects off of water in a very particular way. Find out how to draw a sunny day after a flood with help from an artist in this free video clip.
Carpet fibers trap tiny dust particles deep down into the weave of the material, which are difficult to remove using a simple broom and dust pan. However, if your carpet has been soiled with bulky debris, such as firewood chips next to your fireplace, sweeping can help remove the excess dirt. Brooms and carpet sweepers both effectively remove these items with the right techniques and a little practice. These techniques will work best on a tightly woven carpet, rather than a shag carpet, and will help keep your carpet in good condition for many years to come.
Dirty shoes and pets take their toll on carpets and can leave them dirty and dusty. Short of hiring a professional carpet cleaner, there are a few things you can do yourself to clean and disinfect dirty carpets. While it can be labor intensive, disinfecting dirty carpets is effective and simple to accomplish with a few basic tools and materials. However, if your carpets have water damage and show signs of mold or mildew, it is best to hire a professional to clean them since they can pose a health hazard to susceptible people.
You have made a runner and several small utility rugs for your home using carpet remnants, but now you are stumped about binding or cording the rugs. Binding and cording add value to your homemade rugs by protecting the edges from raveling, giving them a finished look. Binding uses cloth tape or simple sewing techniques to wrap the edges. Cording places a line of decorative cord along the edges to accomplish the same thing. Reviewing the different techniques can help you decide which one is right for your project.
The relay switch on any furnace, including a Lennox, is meant to ensure the pilot light ignites and stays lit as expected. In addition, the switch automatically shuts off the furnace if the ignitor gets too hot or cannot identify the flame, which is a safety feature. The relay switch should be cleaned on a regular basis to ensure proper sensing of the pilot light and flame levels when the furnace is active.
You don’t have to use colored dye to make patterns on clothes. You can use bleach. Make your own patterns and spray bleach over them to customize T-shirts, jeans and dresses. The patterns are simple to make, and once you get the idea, you can try a variety of ways to make them. Some of the patterns are ready-made for you if you just look around. Experiment with partial patterns placed in unusual places on the garment.
Most carpet installations require that two pieces of carpet align and attach to each other. The joint where the two pieces of carpet meet is called a seam. Seams are often glued together; however, the installer must bring the carpet pile together for the seam to show as little as possible. One of the tools used to bring the carpet pile together during the seaming process is called a seam roller.
Fraying carpet is a common problem at thresholds, transition areas and poorly installed carpet seams. Constant foot traffic or movement from furniture can make the fraying worse. You can prevent further fraying at these areas by repairing them quickly. Areas where carpet meets a hard surface such as tile or wood take a lot of abuse and fraying can be stopped by covering the transition area with a transition strip, also called a carpet bar. Repairing a frayed carpet seam can be done with hot melt seam tape and a seam iron.
The double glue down method consists of gluing the carpet padding to the subfloor, then gluing the carpet to the padding. This method is commonly used for areas where there's heavy foot traffic or an incline. It's also used in areas of high humidity such as marine docks and patio areas. You'll need to measure and cut your padding and carpet first, then apply the glue.
Unless maintained properly, the ends of rugs and carpets may curl, appearing unsightly and causing tripping hazards. The fibers of carpets left rolled for long periods conform to the shape, resulting in curled edges when the carpet is spread out flat. Keep the carpet edges from curling to preserve your carpet’s appearance and reduce chances of accidents.
Sunrooms typically are unheated rooms that rely on panels of windows for light and warmth. In mild climates, these rooms may stay at a relatively stable temperature year-round, but in areas with cold winters, temperatures may fluctuate widely, potentially damaging carpeting. Sun and moisture exposure are also detrimental to carpets. Select carpets designed for sunrooms and regularly maintain them.
Southern yellow pine is commonly used as ceiling material in country-style homes and log cabins. Despite the lack of foot traffic or heavy use, even a wood ceiling needs to be refinished from time to time. There are no real differences between refinishing a pine ceiling and pine floor except for where you aim your tools. Eye protection becomes even more important when working with a ceiling, since you'll constantly be looking up and materials such as sawdust, wood stain and wood sealer may irritate or damage your eyes.
