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Glass stove tops offer the convenience of one flat surface to clean rather than working around burners and soaking boil-overs off of drip pans -- but when things get stuck onto them, it can seem as though they’re stuck for good. Wax and waxed paper are of special concern because scraping them off could scratch the glass if incorrectly done. Harsh chemicals and abrasive cleansers also could damage the glass.
Polyester is a synthetic fabric that’s durable and can withstand a lot of wear and tear. This doesn’t mean that it doesn’t attract lint. If you wash a polyester garment with sweaters or other lint-forming items, don’t be surprised if the garment is covered in lint when you take it out of the machine. You can remove lint on polyester quickly without rewashing the garment.
Knitwear provides warmth without smothering the skin, resists wrinkling and stretches easily to accommodate any body shape or size. Whether storing a vintage knit dress or a new garment inspired by a runway fashion, you need to hang your dress properly to avoid permanently misshaping or stretching. When you hang a knit dress for too long, the weight of the fabric pulls down and creates grooves in the shoulder area. If left to hang too long, the garment will droop unattractively when you wear it. You can temporarily hang a knit dress to remove wrinkles or store the garment in…
Removing spray paint mist from wood furniture only requires the careful application of a few basic tools. Remove spray paint mist from wood furniture with help from a Foreman for Lighty Contractors in this free video clip.
There are a few different ways in which you can clean grease and dirt from your hands and fingernails depending on your preferences. Clean grease and dirt from your hands and fingernails with help from a licensed nail technician in this free video clip.
There are a couple of different ways in which you can prevent pulling off skin when waxing that won't cause you any pain. Learn how to prevent pulled off skin when waxing with help from a naturopathic doctor in this free video clip.
Getting melted wax off of your shoes may be tricky, but it certainly isn't impossible. Remove melted wax from shoes with help from an L.A.-based visual artist and product developer in this free video clip.
Getting mustard off of shoes is sometimes a lot easier said than done. Find out how to get mustard off of shoes with help from an L.A.-based visual artist and product developer in this free video clip.
Getting sparkle makeup off after a long day is sometimes a lot easier said than done. Find out how to get sparkle makeup off with help from a certified professional makeup artist in this free video clip.
The best thing you can say about 1980s F150s is that they were trucks. Trucks in the traditional sense; real trucks, designed for work, and to survive decades of constant use and abuse without complaint. Box F150s were the kinds of trucks that just didn't look right without a few dents, a cracked window and scratches in the bed. And Ford knew you'd use this quintessential hauler to its maximum, and likely end up repairing anything that went wrong in your driveway. So, they intentionally made replacement of wear items like brake pads, rotors and wheel bearings as pain-free and…
A pitman arm is the part that connects the steering box to the center link, or drag link, on your 1995 Chevy Silverado. After years of use, the joint in a pitman arm will wear causing excessive play in the joint, and in turn, in the steering box. If ignored, it is possible for the joint to separate, causing a loss of steering. Because the pitman arm joint may spin when you attempt to loosen the nut, it is best to use an impact gun, either air driven or electric, to remove the nut.
Getting powder makeup off is sometimes easier said than done. Get powder makeup off with help from a professional makeup artist and educator in this free video clip.
Removing oil on a bridle just requires the right tools and a few short moments of your time. Remove oil on a bridle with help from an experienced equestrian professional in this free video clip.
In the past, chances for professional networking were limited to conferences, cocktail parties and other in-person events. With the advent of the Internet and the rising popularity of social media, you can make connections anytime. LinkedIn is a professional social network that enables you to connect with others to enrich your career and discover new opportunities. The way you present yourself is critical: a poorly done or outdated profile may close doors instead of opening them. If your LinkedIn experience isn’t as positive as you’d like it to be, a few small changes may be just what you need to…
Everyone gets a general feeling of burn out and malaise every once and awhile. Fight burn out with help from a psychologist, physical therapist and group fitness instructor in this free video clip.
If an iPad is on mute, you won't be able to hear any sounds of any kind. Get an iPad off of mute with help from an Apple certified technician in this free video clip.
Photoshop is a powerful tool that allows you to virtually erase blemishes on skin in photographs. Clean up acne and stubble in Photoshop with help from a multimedia and post production professional in this free video clip.
If you've taken a picture or created an image that you feel is too blurry, you can use Photoshop to sharpen it. Clean up blurry artwork in Photoshop with help from a multimedia and post production professional in this free video clip.
According to the National Association of Home Builders, the average refrigerator has a life expectancy of 13 years, making it one of the most durable home components. This projection varies based on use and maintenance. The refrigerator’s oil platform -- more commonly known as the drain pan -- is one part of the appliance that should be removed and cleaned on a regular basis to remove the buildup of oil, water and debris that may accumulate.
Why is the sky blue? How does a posi-trac rear end work, and why exactly, was Einstein never awarded a Nobel prize for general relativity? The question of near-simultaneous headlight burnout is just one of life's mysteries, and hopefully not the last with a simple answer.
The 2007 Volkswagen Jetta Wolfsburg Edition is essentially a more feature-packed version of the 2.5 trim level. The 2007 Wolfsburg edition includes several features optional or unavailable on the 2.5, including: power moonroof, heated front seats, rear seat center armrest and alloy rims. The 2007 Jetta Wolfsburg does, however, share the 150-horsepower, 2.5-liter in-line five-cylinder engine with its 2.5 counterpart. This 2.5-liter engine includes a large cover over the top of it that also houses the engine air filtration system. The series of tubes and hoses running to it makes this seem like a maze to some owners, but removing…
Saltwater fish tanks use pounds of salt to keep the water safe for the fish and live coral. Over time, the salt can begin to form a build-up on the hood of the aquarium. The salt build-up can cause your overhead lights to malfunction or it can clog up openings in the hood. Cleaning the salt off the aquarium hood is pertinent to the well-being of your fish and live coral.
A cat or dog that steps in gasoline or another petroleum product requires immediate attention. Animals naturally lick their paws, especially if they step in or otherwise come in contact with foreign substances. It is therefore essential that you quickly attend to any domesticated animal that gets gasoline on its paws to avoid ingestion and poisoning. Use products that are effective in the removal of petroleum products, such as olive oil and liquid dish-washing soap.
In the 1998 model year, the S70 arrived as the replacement to the Volvo 850. In the storied history of Volvo, which dates back to 1927, the S70 is little more that a blink of an eye, lasting only three years – Volvo eliminated it following the 2000 model year. The 1998 S70 came standard with a 168-horsepower, 2.4-liter five-cylinder engine. Also standard on the 1998 S70 was an AM-FM stereo with a cassette player. A buyer could also opt to go with the AM-FM stereo with a cassette and CD player. A security system protects the radio from theft…
From waking you up every morning to warning against burglars and extreme weather, alarm devices have become an important part of modern living. The design and complexity of the alarm device varies depending on the extent of use and type of problem it is used for. Simple motion-detecting alarm pads are designed to sense movement, and may help alert you of any unwanted activity around you.
Like many email services, Gmail uses a smart filter to determine if messages should go into your Inbox or your Spam folder. Each time you mark a message as spam, the filter uses information in the message to better detect unwanted, bulk, commercial email in the future. The more often you report messages as spam, the smarter the filter becomes and the less spam lands in your Inbox. You can use a search filter to quickly sort spam from your Inbox. You can then save that filter to send future spam directly to the Trash without it ever appearing in…
Fire extinguishers tend to leave a residue behind after use. Find out about ways to clean up fire extinguisher residue with help from a certified firefighter in this free video clip.
A draft stop is typically a long tube that’s filled with foam or another type of insulating material. It’s installed at the bottom of an interior or exterior door and forms a seal to block air from leaking in. Besides keeping drafts out and making your home warmer, a draft stop helps reduce heating bills. A double draft stop works even better because it’s designed to seal both sides of the door, not just one.
A subsurface drain is a drain installed underground outside a house. It carries water away from the foundation before it can seep into cracks and damage your basement. All that is needed is a trench filled with gravel and a drain pipe. This style of drain, also called a French drain or a curtain drain, can be installed as a do-it-yourself project.
Mounted at the roofline, fascia boards and soffits cover exposed sections of roof trusses over the sides of a house. Nailing these boards to the rafters creates a barrier that bars entry of water and animals, or heat and cold loss. Similar to gutters and siding, fascia boards accumulate dirt, debris and dust, causing them to wither and appear in need to replacement. However, thorough inspection and maintenance at least once a year increases their lifespan and allows you to save on excess replacement costs. Use a sturdy ladder to access the fascia boards.
At some point or another during your cooking experience you will have to free baked-on food from the clutches of your pan or other utensils. Get stuck food off the pan with help from a chef and culinary instructor in this free video clip.
The iPhone allows you to enter recovery mode to reboot your phone when there's a serious issue. In the past when you put your phone into recovery mode, you had no choice but to reset the phone to its original factory settings. Resetting your phone to its original settings means losing all of your data, including your pictures. If you want to recover your photos after you enter recovery mode, you must back out of recovery mode without restoring the original settings.
The first step in installing stylish, new flooring is getting rid of the old stuff. When you start with carpet, once you've rolled it back for removal, you've got to deal with the wickedly sharp tack-board strips that held your old wall-to-wall carpet in place. Installed 1/4 to 1/2 inch from the baseboard around the perimeter of the room, tack boards are narrow strips of wood with a double row of short tacks nailed points-up along their length and fixed to the floor with a nail every 6 inches. Remove the tack strips without injuring yourself or your floor as…
Luxurious silk clothing gives an air of elegance and sophistication, but that effect can be quickly ruined if your garment accidentally comes into contact with sticky chewing gum. Gum can be difficult to remove from durable fabrics, but it is especially tricky to safely take it off of silk. If you're careful and defer to a professional if it becomes necessary, a gum accident won't necessarily mean the end of your favorite piece of silk clothing.
If your tub is shaking around heavily or making loud clanking sounds during a washing load in your Maytag Atlantis washer, there could several possible causes. For example, you could have a broken plastic seal nut that holds the inner and outer washer tubs together within the unit. You order the replacement plastic nut seal from the Maytag manufacturer or purchase it from an online retailer.
Ammonia in soil is a natural byproduct of bacteria consuming the carbons and nitrogen in the organic material in the soil. The nitrogen is converted to ammonia, some of which is used by plants for growth while the rest escapes to the atmosphere. There are several different techniques that reduce the amount of ammonia available within the soil.
The relay switch is a small component in your refrigerator that switches the compressor on and off. The compressor is like the engine for your refrigerator, and if it isn't properly regulated by a component like a relay switch, it can overheat and possibly even catch fire. If you notice your refrigerator beginning to overheat, the problem likely lies with the relay switch. In order to remove it you must first remove the cover of its compartment.
Finding water in the ceiling is a common and unpleasant experience for many homeowners. It can be the result of a leaking roof or window, a split pipe or extreme condensation problems. The long term solution is clearly to fix the roof, window or pipe that is causing the problem; but the short term and immediate need is to get the water out of the ceiling before it leads to mold and mildew problems.
Specialty stone and granite shops can give a leathered finish to many different types of stones and surfaces, including granite. A leather finish gives granite a sort of river-washed appearance, since some parts of the granite looks as if they’ve been eroded naturally by water over a long period of time. Leathered granite comes only in deep colors, the most common of which is black. Leathering granite will remove a lot of its shine, making smudges and fingerprints less noticeable. You’ll still want to clean your leather granite counter tops, though. Luckily, removing fingerprints is easy if done regularly.
Attractive landscaping adds value to a house in both tangible and intangible ways. Besides adding aesthetic charm, effective landscaping may increase resale value by nearly 14 percent, reports the Plant-Care website at time of publication. A grassy lawn is a plus, but adding an island of flowers, trees, grasses or other plants in a lawn adds color and breaks up a dull surface. A little planning before digging up your lawn can help you create a beautiful addition to your home.
Having a ring stuck on your finger is often a frustrating ordeal. When your fingers are bloated, it makes removing the ring seem impossible. Also, there is the discomfort of having the ring stuck on your finger and not being able to remove it. If the ring is of value, perhaps you would want to remove it without having it cut from your finger. There are remedies you can try that can help in removing the ring without damage.
Concrete is a naturally porous material that requires sealant to protect it against moisture damage. However, the sealant itself isn’t impervious to scuff marks from your shoes, furniture or other sources. There is a delicate balance between finding the right cleaner that is strong enough to remove the scuff marks and one that won’t damage or remove the concrete’s stain or sealant. Trisodium phosphate is a mild degreaser that removes unwanted scuff marks, while leaving the sealant intact.
Canvas is a durable and resistant material, commonly used to make soft fabric luggage. It is fairly simple to clean stains on canvas, including water stains, using soap and water. If the water stains in your luggage are restricted to certain areas only, try spot-cleaning the bag first. If the stains are more widely spread, hand-wash the entire bag.
A fire tube is a type of boiler that was used in old-style locomotives and in submarines to provide the needed power for movement or propulsion. This type of boiler consists of a pressurized cylindrical tank that is filled with metal tubes. The boiler can sit vertically or horizontally depending on its use. Cleaning the fire-tube boiler is performed by removing debris from each of the metal tubes.
Growers coat their cucumbers in wax to give them a shiny and attractive appearance. A wax coating also provides protection during the shipping process, helps retain moisture and preserves freshness for a longer period of time. While the wax is edible, you may be wondering how you can remove it so you can enjoy your cucumber in its natural state. A vegetable peeler is a handy kitchen tool to help you remove the wax coating simply and quickly.
Instead of completely replacing your kitchen cabinets, consider an update to the frames and doors. Refacing the cabinet frames is a more affordable option that you can do on your own. Adding new cabinet doors after refacing the frames gives your cabinets a new look at a fraction of the cost of replacement. Following all of the directions on the refacing kit is essential to getting a smooth, quality finish.
A heat exchanger on a boiler functions the same way that it would in a furnace, by transferring heat produced by the fire into a heat transfer medium. In a boiler this transfer medium is water. Soot and carbon monoxide residues can build up on the heat exchanger, and rust from condensation inside the unit can also form. Cleaning your boiler’s heat exchanger takes only minutes and can improve the efficiency of your boiler. Soot and combustion gas residue restrict air flow within your exchanger, which pushes more heat up your chimney and can cause the heat exchanger to overheat.
Rutabagas look similar to large turnips, and can be used in many of the same ways that you would use a potato. However, because they're often dipped in a wax to protect them from drying out, it can be difficult to peel them. You can get rid of this wax to make using the rutabaga easier.
Scuff marks come from an object rubbing against a car and leaving behind paint or debris from that object’s surface. The scuff mark doesn’t scrape the paint off the car, but it looks just as bad as a big scratch. Washing and waxing the surface won’t do anything but clean the car and the scuff mark. Scraping the scuff mark may remove it, but it will damage the car’s paint in the process. You can remove scuff marks from cars without harming the paint.
The iGroove HG is a speaker system that allows you to get more sound out of your MP3 player, cellphone or portable radio. The iGroove includes a docking station that is compatible with most MP3 players, including iPods and Zune players. It also features audio jacks to connects cellphones and other personal audio equipment. If you are experiencing issues, such as a decrease in sound quality, with your iGroove HG, you can disassemble it to make repairs yourself.
