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Removing scratches off a walnut piano is something that you can do with the type of furniture restorer found at most hardware stores. Remove scratches off a walnut piano with help from an experienced piano technician in this free video clip.
Marbleite vanity tops, like all cultured marble products, may occasionally scratch with regular use. Marbleite consists of a mixture of marble dust, pigments and resins that is fairly soft. It can be molded into any shape, including integral sink and vanity tops. Abrasive cleaners, rough surfaces and sharp objects may all scratch the surface over time. Repair your Marbleite top like any other cultured marble vanity top, with sandpaper, polishing compounds a fresh coat of gel coat.
When you can’t find your weed eater, hammer, painting supplies or golf clubs, it’s time to take action. Instead of wasting another second searching for misplaced items in a disheveled garage, get it organized. You might even find extra space for that garage workshop you've always wanted.
Whether it’s made of rich skins, suede, the finest cloth fabric or ribbed wool with black patent leather trim, a Burberry purse telegraphs instant style and sophistication. If your go-to Burberry leather handbag has scratches and scuff marks, there's no need to panic. You can restore and add polish to your purse easily using a few common household products. If your designer bag is heavily soiled, however, let a handbag professional repair and restore your pricey Burberry purse.
If you have a mattress cover on your mattress, cleaning up after bedwetting is super easy. Clean up after bedwetting with help from a former family case worker in this free video clip.
High ceiling fan cleaning may require a step stool or even a ladder to get the job done right. Learn about high ceiling fan cleaning with help from a Foreman for Lighty Contractors in this free video clip.
Teens, often absorbed in their own world, don't see what the big deal is or think they don't need to clean their rooms because they are the only ones that sleep in it. No matter what your teen thinks, he should understand that as a parent, you make the rules that he has to follow. Making this completely clear, along with your expectations and consequences for not cleaning up, are the keys to getting your teen to starting cleaning up his mess.
One item that is surprisingly effective at cleaning a lot of those hard to reach areas like ceiling fans is a regular pillowcase. Learn about using a pillowcase to clean fans with help from a cleaning expert known as "The Green Cleaning Coach" in this free video clip.
Removing light scratches from wood tables is easy, so long as you know what you're doing. Remove light scratches from wood tables with help from a Foreman for Lighty Contractors in this free video clip.
Getting hair spray off of wood is something that you can do in a few different ways depending on the means that you have available to you. Get hair spray off wood with help from a Foreman for Lighty Contractors in this free video clip.
Cleaning and restoring ceiling tiles isn't nearly as complicated as you might initially fear. Clean and restore ceiling tiles with help from a home cleaning professional in this free video clip.
Live wallpaper is just one of the many fun features available on the NOOK device. Get live wallpaper on a NOOK with help from an electronics expert in this free video clip.
Getting old laminate off of wooden furniture is a lot easier if you keep a few key tips and tricks in mind. Get old laminate off of wooden furniture with help from a master precision craftsman in this free video clip.
Getting nail polish off of furniture requires a very particular product and a nice, clean rag. Get nail polish off of furniture with help from a master precision craftsman in this free video clip.
Just because golf clubs get scratched doesn't mean you have to get all new ones. Remove scratches from golf clubs with help from a lifetime member of the PGA of America in this free video clip.
Just because you don't have a cosigner doesn't mean you won't be able to get a home loan. Get a loan for a house without a cosigner with help from a financial planner in this free video clip.
All you need is a mat and a nice, open wall space in order to successfully do the splits using a wall. Find out how to do the splits using a wall with help from a personal trainer, choreographer and dance instructor in this free video clip.
One of the challenges in cleaning the kitchen is removing grease, food and oil from the stove area without damaging painted surfaces, enamel or special cook tops. Using products that help to break down oil and taking care to avoid scratching the stove top or affecting the walls' finish give you a safe way to clean the kitchen. Learn how to get oil off your stove top and walls to remove spots and residue thoroughly, without marring the surfaces.
Hair spray is a harmless-looking substance that many women apply with reckless abandon. All it takes is a sunny day or a bright light to see that the spray is often diffused in many directions, landing on any and all objects in its trajectory. If you’ve discovered drops of dried hair spray on the frosted glass in your bathroom, try several homemade remedies to remove the tough buildup. Since hair sprays contain different ingredients, you may have to try more than one remedy to return your glass to its original sparkling state.
Adhesive from stickers, labels or tape can leave a gooey residue on your wood surface that detracts from its appearance. Adhesive that's left unattended attracts dirt and debris, creating a bigger eyesore. Although solvents are often recommended for the removal of adhesive, the harsh chemicals in them can damage your wood surface. Instead, you can use supplies around the home to successfully remove adhesive from wood while protecting the wood's condition.
You don't have to sacrifice light to retain privacy in your home. Several options allow you to have both, whether you're creating an entirely private space, such as a bedroom or bathroom, or you want to create a feeling of separation without the boxiness of four walls, perhaps for a home office. Possible solutions range from major alterations to sublimely simple fixes. Choose one that suits your situation and budget.
Since the 1940s, most house chimneys have been built with a chimney liner -- often called a flue liner -- surrounded by a utilitarian “box” made from cement block or cheap, unattractive brick. Enclosing this box with an attractive, watertight exterior veneer or sheath is a common practice. Such an enclosure, when run up the outside of a house, is properly called a chimney chase.
According to studies by laptop insurance provider Protecsure, spilled liquid ranks among the top four causes of damage to portable computers. From that agonizing, slow-motion moment when the spill happens until the instant the liquid lands on your computer, you have just seconds to remove the battery and unplug the power adapter. The faster you do this, the better chance you have of avoiding a short circuit and saving your computer.
Getting teens to clean their rooms daily is sometimes a lot easier said than done. Find out how to get teens to clean their rooms daily with help from a licensed marriage and family therapist in this free video clip.
You can get the scratches out of your eyeglasses in a few different ways, so long as you have access to the right tools. Get the scratches out of your eyeglasses with help from an optical business professional in this free video clip.
Everyone has to deal with a stuck cover on a glass cocktail shaker every now and again. Get a stuck cover off a glass cocktail shaker with help from a mixology educator in this free video clip.
Making underwater videos can be a fascinating experience, especially when shooting fish or unique species of underwater plant life. However, the process of underwater videography is somewhat different than when shooting on land. Applying a few basic video techniques can enhance the experience for you as the videographer as well as your viewing audience.
People are pretty hard on cellphones. We expect them to work tirelessly 24/7 and rarely, if ever, choose to care for them properly. As such, it's no surprise that cellphone screens become scratched and cracked, making them harder to read and use. Light scratches are easy to remove with polish, but others require more work.
For vision-impaired and somewhat clumsy people everywhere, it’s a very good thing that plastic eyeglass lenses can be manufactured with a scratch-resistant coating. Far from impervious, though, this coating eventually fades, fogs, flakes and otherwise makes vision a challenge. Rather than take your glasses to an optometrist for a costly repair, you can remove the scratch protectant yourself – and then happily fix your sight on the expense you’ve spared your monthly budget.
Surface scratches in your wooden tabletop are easily repaired by filling them in with furniture polish of a matching color, but deeper scratches require a different approach. If a deep scratch is detracting from the appearance of your wooden table, you can fix it through a process called patching to smooth the surface and make your tabletop look the way it did before the scratch occurred.
Dragged furniture or abrasive soles on shoes can result in scratches on your Varathane-sealed floor and cause permanent damage until the scratch is filled in. Varathane creates a professional finish on your wood floors that imitates specialized treatment and consists of polyurethane to provide the thin coating used to seal and stain the floor. The type of scratch repair for your Varathane-sealed floor depends on your personal preference and the severity of the scratch, as fill sticks, touch-up markers and wood fillers are available for eliminating unsightly scratches.
Your respect for silicone lubricant, or silicone caulk, is bound to grow once you try removing it from wood. This is because the caulk is superb at sealing wood so that water and moisture cannot penetrate it. Removing the lubricant from tile and glass is rather simple, as you can usually scrape and lift it right off. With wood, however, the lubricant tends to penetrate the surface, making removal a bit trickier. Still, with a steady hand, patience and repetition, you can remove the lubricant and refinish your wooden piece so that it looks like new.
Wilton Armetale serving pieces add beauty and functionality to your dinner table, whether it's a special occasion or just another day. The products are composed of 10 different metals, the main metal being aluminum. Similar to other metal serving pieces, the Wilton Armetale brand can become scratched during use. While these scratches ultimately add to the character of your pieces as they age, you can remove or reduce the appearance of scratches with careful techniques and appropriate supplies.
Exposed wires outside a house are not only in danger of damage from weather and animal life but offer a potential electrical hazard. Covering the exposed wires is a priority as well as a legal requirement, according to most building codes. With an electrical conduit, you can cover exposed wires from the point of attachment inside your home to the point where they attach to an outside device. When covered, the wires present less of a hazard, with the added benefit of lasting years longer before needing replacement.
Your gleaming stainless steel Whirlpool refrigerator is attractive and trendy, but a scratch can detract from its sleek look. With all the action that kitchens typically see, especially in a household with active children and pets, scratches will happen. However, it's possible to remove scratches from your fridge using common items you may already have around the house.
Installing windows in your home is not always as straightforward as you might think. The location of the windows is critical when choosing the glass used. Some windows, based on their height from the floor or ground, must be made of tempered glass. If you adjust the height of the installation, you may be able to opt out of using this specialty glass and install regular window glass instead.
When water leaks occur and cause stains on a ceiling, some homeowners may think of replacing the tile. The undesirable dark-brown stains do not always need to be replaced; they can be sealed and repainted. If excessive damage including peeling or noticeable warping occurs, replacement may be the only option.
Combination grills give you an option for heat sources and can be configured for specific types of cooking. Most combination grills use propane as their primary fuel source but can also utilize charcoal or wood. Propane is cleaner burning and easier to control, but many people prefer the taste that wood or charcoal imparts to their food.
A downflow furnace is formatted so that cold air enters the top of the unit and flows down, exiting the bottom of the furnace as hot air. Most commonly installed in an attic or other upper location in a home or business, downflow furnaces operate the same way as other furnace types, including upflow or horizontal models. If the condensate drain on the downflow furnace is not working, water may leak and the furnace may not heat accurately. Troubleshooting the condensate drain should only take a few steps.
Tiles are applied over many different types of surfaces to create a more elegant, clean look in a room. However, wall textures can prevent tiles from laying flat. It is important when installing tiles on textures to buff the wall flat and even use basic home improvement tools. Instead of hiring a professional craftsman to buff down the textured walls, you can save money by purchasing the supplies and tools yourself to sand the wall and install the tiles.
Oil primer is a preparatory coating used on wooden surfaces before the application of oil-based paint. When used properly, oil primers can enhance the adhesion of paint to the wooden surface, promote its durability and provide additional protection. Since oil primer is designed to encourage bonding, removing it from a wooden surface can be quite difficult. While sanding wooden floors, doors and picture frames to remove the oil primer might work in some cases, using mineral spirits is often a better option.
Harsh weather can take a toll on your vehicle, especially in the areas where moisture, dirt and grease are prevalent, such as the fenders. Left untended, a small patch of rust can quickly grow into an ugly, flaky hole. Though large holes should be professionally serviced, small patches of rust can be repaired with a few well-placed pieces of duct tape and a container of Bondo sealant.
If you are a cheerleader, dancer or gymnast, you probably need to know how to do a cartwheel. While this move comes easily to some people, others need a little extra practice before they are able to perfect it. If you are having trouble doing a cartwheel, practicing your technique against a wall can help you to learn. Practice this way until you are comfortable enough with your technique to do a cartwheel on your own.
GPA brand horse riding helmets are an essential piece of equipment for safe horse riding. Similar to other types of sports equipment, a horse rider's helmet is exposed to dirt, dust and other stain-causing materials that leave the helmet dirty. Clean sports equipment contributes to the presentation you make when riding your horse. You can clean the outside of your GPA helmet with simple supplies that remove dust and dirt without damaging the surface.
Snowboards are built to take on the rigors of season after season on the slopes, but cosmetic damage is inevitable. If your board has collected its fair share of scratches, scuffs and scrapes over the years, don't just run out and pick up a replacement. Surface scratches can be buffed out relatively easily using household products and a bit of general purpose rubbing compound. With some elbow grease, your board will look good as new.
If you're on the market to remodel the exterior of your home and you're interested in creating a traditional look, consider installing red brick veneer siding. Brick veneer offers the look of natural brick, yet is far easier to install than full-sized bricks. Similar to tile, brick veneer is thinner and more lightweight than the full-sized material that it replicates, making it easier to work with and install.
Wicker is generally woven from fibers of plant-based material such as cane, rattan and whole reeds or shoots of bamboo. It is formed into a rigid material that is sturdy and durable when used to make chairs or other furniture. Vintage wicker furniture is highly desirable in home decorating. Transforming new wicker furniture into furniture with a worn and heavily used appearance is a simple task requiring few tools and materials and only two to three hours of your time. The result is a vintage look around which you build your interior decorating theme.
Washers and dryers are great to have in the home, but they can get in the way. The distance between the back of your washer and dryer and the wall constitutes wasted space in your home. Most of this wasted space stems from washer draining needs and dryer vent requirements. Amending your draining and venting situation may help save you considerable space. Always check with local building codes on washer and dryer installation before changing your setup.
Condensation buildup on interior walls is due to a wide difference between the indoor and outdoor air temperatures and moisture in the air. It occurs most often in unheated areas of the home such as garages, attics and basements. Garage walls are particularly susceptible to condensation because the walls are not air-tight and they contain little, if any, insulation. Additionally, the north wall gets less exposure to sunlight than other walls in the garage, so that wall may be more susceptible to condensation than the other walls because there is less warmth and light to dry the area. To stop…
Sandblasting is a cleaning method that removes old stain or paint from the ceiling so you can stain it a new color. While sandblasting generally is completed by a professional company, staining the bare wood is a do-it-yourself project that requires basic painting skills. Sandblasting strips the wood, which might need a filler to bring the surface back to a smooth texture that does not collect dust.
