Clothing Care

Ammonia is an effective cleaning agent. However, its pungent odor can set into fabrics, leaving behind an unpleasant aroma. An ammonia odor is also a characteristic of urine. Whether laundry has...

It happens to every cook, eventually. You may be coloring icing, cookie dough, or a beverage and you splash food coloring on your clothing. Usually, washing your clothing with your normal laundry...

Spilt pickle juice is bothersome mainly because of the powerful scent associated with vinegar; however, the juice can also stain fabrics because of the dyes used in the pickling process. Removing...

Laundry starts to smell bad because the dirt and moisture is a breeding ground for odor-causing bacteria and mildew. In extreme cases, even after a regular wash, some pieces of laundry will still...

It is winter, and it is cold and slushy outside. Try as you may, you cannot avoid stepping through the slush and getting rock salt on your shoes. Preventive maintenance is the best way to avoid...

Salt stains typically develop during cold winter months when roads and sidewalks are covered with salt. While this makes for a more safe travel experience, you sometimes can collect salt stains on...

Accidents happen - you spill something on the floor and on yourself, no biggy. But getting stains out of a carpet or your favorite shirt is gonna be a little tough, especially if you don't want to...

Rust ranks right up there with red wine as one of the most difficult stains to remove from pants and other clothing. But don't toss out those pricey designer jeans or khakis just yet. Rust stains...

It has happened to many people: You store your leather or suede shoes in a damp or humid, dark closet and when you go to put them on you discover mold. Shoes are an investment, and mold can ruin...

One of the hardest substances to get out of clothes, hair, furniture, or carpet is chewing gum. It's pesky glue-like resistance makes for a difficult and stubborn removal. Peanut butter's rich,...

Iron and rust particles can sometimes adhere to fabric if the clothes come in contact with rusty metal or are washed in water from rusty pipes. The result is clothing with orange, red or yellow...

Chewing gum can not only create a sticky mess on a shirt, but it can also completely ruin it if the gum won't come out. The process of trying to get the gum out of the garment can cause even more...

Winter snowfall brings about sledding adventures and snowmen, in addition to slush, ice cold puddles and salt-stained pant legs. People living in cities where walking, regardless of weather, is...

Sometimes, while getting dressed, you brush your shirt along your arm pits when pulling it over your head and get deodorant stains on the bottom of the shirt. Other times, deodorant stains appear...

Odor problems in your bathroom, kitchen and living areas are embarrassing and unsanitary. Some strong odors even carry bacteria into the air and can make someone nauseous. So odor is a problem...

Kids love to chew gum, and it's a treat you might let them enjoy now and then. The trouble is what happens all too often: A wad of gum lands on a shirt or skirt and makes a sticky mess. It's not...

Wnile many people can avoid underarm odor by using a normal deodorant, for some, even the use of strong deodorants won't neutralize the smell. As a result, the odor absorbs into their clothing....

It's so frustrating to pull out your best white shirt and find nasty yellow armpit stains. Before, I always figured I would have to go buy a new shirt, but I finally found a way to get those...

If you've recently been subject to a fire or you live with a smoker, you know it can be extremely difficult to get the smell of smoke out of your clothing. The smell often lingers and can produce...

Carhartt jackets are by far one of the most popular work jackets for people who work out in the elements. Heavy, durable and warm, Carhartt jackets provide plenty of comfort and protection in any...

Any type of urine from mammals, both humans and pets, contains uric acid crystals. Whether you are cleaning up after your child, an incontinent adult or your pet, the uric acid smell can stay on...

Boysenberries are a delicious fruit picked fresh in late spring. They are tasty on their own but can also be enjoyed as an ingredient in many delicious foods such as pies, jams, jellies and...

With this eco-friendly tip you can keep your clothes looking newer longer. Keep your brights looking brighter, your darks looking darker AND keep the color in your fabric and not in the...

If you accidentally spilled cologne onto clothing or it has transferred from your skin to your clothes, the smell will permeate the fabric and cause visible staining. To remove cologne stains, use...

You have a terrific black outfit--even strangers give you compliments when you wear it--but it needs washing now. You're reluctant: what if it fades with washing? Happily, there are several ways...

Suede is the inner layer of skin from the hide of an animal. It is softer and more flexible than the outer skin that is used for regular leather. The major downfall of suede is that it gets dirty...

Of course you could try bleach to get that stain out of your white clothing, but there is a safe and effective alternative.

Not every state has outlawed smoking cigarettes in public places. Depending on where you go, your clothing may reek of cigarette smoke after spending a night at a restaurant, club or bar. If you...

Perspiration stains in the underarms of your clothing can be embarrassing. Permanent sweat stains don't have to ruin your favorite shirt. Follow these simple steps to get your clothes looking like...

Unsightly underarm and perspiration stains can be removed from your shirts. These stains are caused by a mixture of excessive underarm sweating and antiperspirant. The stains do not appear...

Have you ever had the various colors of your outfit bleed into each other when washing them? This is often the case especially when the outfit has red or dark pink in it. My directions even help...

Tye-dying is a fun activity for kids, and is popular at summer camps and scouting events. You can tie-dye all kinds of materials from shirts and shorts to socks and bandannas. However, once dyed,...

Cleaning leather jackets, you just cannot throw them in the washer and dryer. If you do that, you've just ruin your very nice, and probably expensive leather jacket. It requires a different...

Trying to get gum out of clothing can be frustrating. But I have found an easy way to do this. And you most likely have the things needed on hand. So take the old toothbrush put dab of Colgate...

My How To article is about getting the unpleasant smell of mildew out of your laundry and or washing machine.

When my children was growing up and now my grandchildren they seemed to always get stains on their cloths that you just couldn't get off. Seem like everything I would buy them something new, that...

Silk clothing often strikes fear in the heart of anyone attempting to clean these garments, and many people resort to dry-cleaning all their silk clothing. However, you can rest assured that...

Tie dying can be a fun craft for kids during the summer, make a unique team outfit or a costume, or a fun way to make retro gear. You don't need a lot of equipment or dye to get started, just...

Adding a softener to your laundry is an easy step that can make a big difference in the smell and feel of your clothing. It will add a fresh, pleasant odor and make them feel softer than they...

When you do your hair color on your own it is highly likely, if you are anything like me, you will have some messiness and the dye will land on your clothing, even if you put a towel, but in my...

Snow marks on leather boots are better known as salt stains. When you wear your boots all winter long, they're bound to pick up some of the salt strewn on the snow to prevent people from slipping...

When you want to shrink a cotton shirt, the key thing is heat. You can shrink white or color shirts with or without lettering on them.

It’s an unfortunate fact of life – many of us have to use those coin-operated laundries. It may be located in your apartment or condo building, or it may be at the local strip mall. Regardless...

It's been said a million times--an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. This is especially true when it comes to preventing wrinkles in cotton clothes. Cotton and other fibers tend to...

Mold can be difficult to get rid of, especially when you are dealing with mold on a felt item. It is important to use the right solution to kill the mold. Don't use bleach, as it can break down...

Skunks spray a defensive oil that can pervade an entire house. The smell of skunk is distinctive and is difficult to clean. Early action and persistence are essential in removing and containing...

So you bought that gorgeous set of red towels only to get them home and watch them fade, wash after wash. Here are a couple of tips for keeping their original hue.

This is the easiest way to protect your scrubs from Urine, Fecal Matter, Blood and other stains that can occur. Using this one little step, you can save your scrubs from the daily stains from...

Many household stains are difficult to remove. You also have to use toxic stain removers which may be harmful to your health. Learn how you can simply use white vinegar to remove stains of all sorts!

Vintage t-shirts are very fashionable these days, but you may not have the time or money to hit those secondhand shops and find what you need. Often once you arrive at the shop, the best things...