Housekeeping

We have all faced blood stains on clothing in our lifetimes, and there are many products of varying effectiveness available to treat blood stains on clothing. Simple washing with regular...

Nail glue is primarily used to bond artificial nails or reinforce natural fingernails. This effective adhesive can last for weeks if given the chance. Nail glue can also be mishandled fairly...

Nothing can ruin the beauty of an outfit quite like wrinkles. Whether you are going on a job interview or out to dinner wit your friends, you want to look your best, and wrinkles can ruin that in...

Food stains on clothing can be enough of a hassle to remove. When you're dealing with stains caused by other materials, however, things can get even more complicated. Blue marks on clothing can...

Quickly hand wash delicates with shampoo when Woolite is not available. Whether you are traveling and away from your home products, trying to save money, or just out of Woolite and need to clean...

Laundry detergent often can leave a lingering residue on clothing after washing---an invisible film that can cause itching, redness or even rashes on sensitive skin. Detergent residue can also...

One of the worst things about a fire is the aftermath: Damage to the home, personal property and your sense of security can last for years. Compared with those major issues, it is a minor thing to...

Caulking is a great sealer that has several applicable uses. But when caulking gets on your clothing, it can be a difficult mess. Caulking seals securely to the surface of the object it's applied...

Anybody who has faced a pasta sauce stain before knows that tomato sauce is one of the more difficult substances to get out of clothing, furniture and carpet. However, it is hard to avoid the...

Black and other dark-colored water stains can sometimes set into clothing due to hard water. When laundering clothing, the hard water can cause spots, streaks and smears on clothing, making it...

Any avid bike rider can tell you that grease and grime are a part of daily life. Both these substances seem to have no problem attaching themselves to your clothing, but removing them can be a bit...

Staph bacteria, which are common bacteria and easily transmitted from person to person, can cause conditions and diseases ranging from minor skin infections, such as boils, to serious conditions...

Closet space can be an obstacle, particularly in older homes that do not feature the large walk-in closets modern buyers desire. One practical solution to increase your storage space is to convert...

Using fabric dyes commonly found in grocery stores, you can color many different types of clothing and fabrics at home. The washing-machine method of dyeing is relatively convenient compared to...

Protecting the investment that you have made in your wardrobe is very important. Clothes can last for many years if they are properly cared for and stored when not in use. Use this guide to make...

Making space in a cramped closet is no picnic, but it can be a lot easier than you think. Follow these steps for making the task run more smoothly and make more space in your closet than you ever...

Finding an ugly rust stain on supposedly clean clothing can throw off a carefully planned day of household chores. Often, rust spots can mean iron deposits or bacteria exist in the water or water...

An armoire or wardrobe dates back to before closets were common in the average household. Essentially it is a closed cabinet with shelves or a bar on which to hang clothing. You can remove clothes...

Moth balls are a chemical way to kill clothes moths in a closet. They contain either naphthalene or paradichlorobenzene, according to the Oregon State University Extension Service. Clothes moths...

If you have ever opened the lid of the washing machine and gazed at your freshly washed clothes with pleasure that quickly turned to horror, then you know the disaster of colors bleeding in the...

Liquid starch is used to give clothing a slightly stiff and crisp appearance. Spray starches are available for use but one bottle of liquid starch will last much longer and save you money. When...

Meconium is the mucous-like feces first released in infant children. The green-colored fecal matter can sometimes cause stains that are difficult to remove from clothing. Luckily, there are a few...

Mothballs are used for a variety of reasons. Originally they were developed to prevent moths from eating wool clothing. However, they are now also used to deter wildlife in gardens, attics and...

Even if your clothing is generally wrinkle free thanks to the material of the clothing you purchase, or maybe due to your conscientious ironing, there are those frustrating occasions when you...

If you've ever completed a house painting project, you were probably pleased with how good your room looked. However, you might not have been pleased with the new appearance of your clothes. No...

Some clothes do not have their dye set and when you wash them. You end up with the dye from them all over the other clothing you washed with them. This is also a common when you dye fabric...

You should never dry clothing with a grease stain until you are sure the entire stain is removed. Drying will only set in the stain further. So what should you do if you accidentally dry...

Annoying smoke odors can come from a variety of sources, such as cigarette smoke, campfires and even house fires. These unpleasant aromas seep into the fabric of your clothing and upholstered...

You can't change your car's oil and expect your clothing to remain pristine. Due to the nature of the task, you are likely to emerge with a few greasy motor oil stains adorning your clothing....

Removing tar and tar stains from clothing can be challenging. There is a way to remove tar without ruining the clothing. Tar on clothing can occur from newly paved roadways, newly sealed...

The only thing worse than gum on your clothes is gum on your clothes that have gone through the wash. This sticky substance is challenging enough to remove without the heat from a dryer setting it...

Moths are insects with the unfortunate habit of eating natural fibers such as cotton, wool and silk. Nothing is worse than taking out a winter sweater or designer silk scarf and finding it full of...

Body oils can easily set into clothing through normal wear. However, these stains can sometimes be hard to remove once set in; a typical laundry detergent will not always get rid of them. Any...

Chocolate pie, chocolate ice cream, chocolate cake, chocolate bar ... all of them are delicious, but all of them also can stain your clothing. If you check the label of your clothing, you'll see...

Clothing stains are a common occurrence, whether they come from a spill, perspiration or oils that excrete from the body throughout the day. While there are several cleaning products available...

The changing of seasons is a great time to declutter your closets & dressers! Clothes tend to build up, and we really don't need many to dress every day.

If you're going to spill something, water usually is the best option, because it's colorless and grease-less. Usually the water dries and disappear, but occasionally a water spill will leave...

Have you ever sat down to enjoy a relaxing cup of warm tea or a cool glass of iced tea, only to spill it on yourself? A brief second of clumsiness can leave a permanent tea stain on clothing (or...

Honey can be a welcome addition to bread, biscuits, dessert recipes and tea, but it's not so welcome on your shirt or your couch. If you have a little one who likes to eat honey, you know that...

Mothballs are a solid pesticide that not only keeps moths from laying their eggs in your clothing, but also keeps snakes, mice and other rodents away. They are produced with a noxious chemical...

A common solution to the dangerous ice and snow brought on by winter is to apply rock salt to the ground to prevent slipping. Although salt applied to icy ground conditions can keep pedestrians...

Nail glue is essentially Super Glue used specifically for applying false nails or for repairing a cracked nail. Working with nail glue can be messy, and it is not uncommon for the glue to get in...

Clothing placed in any area accessible to mice can be contaminated with mouse urine. For the sake of your clothes and your health, you must clean these thoroughly and properly before you wear them...

Tumble dryers are a great appliance for quickly drying clothes that are wet after washing. A common problem with dryers, however, is that it tumble drys the laundry, which may result in excessive...

Fish oil is good for you, when taken internally. When this oil ends up on clothing, however, it is very smelly. Fish is a pungent odor, and oil is not easy to remove from clothing. As long as even...

Keeping clothes bright and white can be a task in and of itself. As clothing becomes dirty and stained through daily wear and tear, it is especially hard to get the dirt and residue out. While...

When sealing a bathtub or shower, you want caulk to stick firmly and securely to the surface. When you accidentally get some on your clothes, however, all you want is for it to be easily removed....

In the wild, molds play an important role in the breakdown of organic material, but when mold spores land indoors they can cause health problems. Allergies to mold are common and can result in...

Chocolate stains can be some of the hardest to remove from clothing, especially white clothing. Unfortunately, simply running clothes through a regular wash and dry cycle in your washing machine...

OxiClean is a versatile and powerful stain removal product that many people keep in their cupboards and on their shelves for fighting tough laundry stains and other household challenges. By mixing...