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If Rover is always bouncing off the walls -- and driving you crazy in the process -- don't despair. Excess energy is often a sign of boredom or lack of exercise, so finding a solution is a lot easier and faster than you might expect. Just a few small changes here and there can make a world of difference in your dog's energy level.
Hard water can affect the skin in many ways and can even cause breakouts. Learn about the effects of hard water on skin with help from an experienced beauty director in this free video clip.
There are many natural ways in which you can remove the smell from your hair without washing it at all. Find out about natural ways that you can remove the smell from your hair without washing it with help from a New York City born and raised hair and makeup artist in this free video clip.
The fastest way to get rid of chapped lips will have you wondering why you ever waited so long to get started. Find out about the fastest way to get rid of chapped lips with help from a beauty and lifestyle expert in this free video clip.
How you'll remove brown stains from curling irons depends largely on how intense the stain in question happens to be. Remove brown stains from curling irons with help from a New York-based hair and makeup artist in this free video clip.
Removing hair dye that stained the skin on your neck is a lot easier than you might assume. Remove hair dye that stained the skin on your neck with help from a licensed esthetician and skin care expert in this free video clip.
Removing face makeup stains will require things like remover wipes and face makeup remover solution. Learn about removing face makeup stains with help from a certified professional makeup artist in this free video clip.
Removing rust stains on knives will take an old utensil and turn it into a brand new one. Find out how to remove rust stains on knives with help from a cutlery professional in this free video clip.
Just because a sink is stainless steel doesn't mean that it is impervious to all types of stains. Learn about removing stainless steel sink stains with help from the building manager at the Living Light Community Center in this free video clip.
Wax has a tendency to build up on stained floors if you're not careful. Find out how to remove wax buildup on stained floors with help from an experienced building manager in this free video clip.
Stain removal for linen and silk blends require you to keep a few important things in mind. Learn about stain removal for linen and silk blend with help from a third generation owner of Arrow Leathercare in this free video clip.
Getting rid of patchy spots in your beard is easy, so long as you have the right tools. Learn about ways to get rid of patchy spots in your beard with help from a lifestyle and grooming expert in this free video clip.
Whether camping or in the process of remodeling your home, a portable showerhead provides essential water for washing when all other methods fail. Constructing this showerhead as part of a portable water source involves relatively few steps and is completed with only a few materials.
Firebricks are not made out of brick but of refractory ceramic. This material is commonly used to line fireplaces, stoves and other high-heat appliances because of its ability to withstand high heat without absorbing much of it. But because it is not true brick, it is naturally much paler in color. To give your firebrick a more desirable color, stain it with a masonry stain. When carefully applied, it will give the firebrick a more realistic hue.
Over time, your white acetate or satin garments may begin to get unsightly yellow stains, typically due to perspiration or body oils. You can keep your satin wedding or other special occasion dress looking as good as new by treating any stains before storing the frocks. The longer the yellow spots are on a dress, the more difficult they'll be to remove. With a few household cleaners and a little elbow grease, you should be able to send the stains packing.
The drainpipe, or drain hose, of a General Electric WHDRE526 top-load washing machine carries waste water from the appliance to the standpipe or drain. Although there are filter screens in place, the drain hose can become clogged with accumulations of dirt washed off clothes. The appliance might leak or automatically abort the cycle if a blockage is detected in the hose. Complete these steps periodically or whenever a leak occurs.
Called no-see-ums because of their small size, biting midges (Culicoides spp.) are a common pest in damp areas, especially in the early morning and around dusk. With a wing-span that's less than 1/8 inch, the flying and biting insects often go unnoticed until they begin to bite the skin. Adult biting midges feed on blood, but do not spread diseases among humans, making them more of a nuisance than a serious pest. Though chemical insecticides have historically been the weapon of choice against no-see-ums, natural methods and preventative measures can go a long way.
Formica is a specific brand of synthetic laminate used primarily on counters and tabletops. It is generally durable and inexpensive, making it ideal for certain applications. However, despite needing relatively little day-to-day maintenance, Formica tabletops can still benefit from treatments that help them retain their looks.
Stone fireplaces are beautiful and highly decorative fixtures that can brighten up a room. However, sometimes stone fireplaces need a little love and care to be restored to their former glory. Getting a stonemason to clean up an old stone fireplace can be very expensive. Doing it yourself can save money and help brighten up your room.
Frosted tempered glass provides privacy without eliminating the natural light that windows allow into your home. If the frosting was etched into the glass, you can't remove it unless you shave off the frosted layer of glass, which can easily damage fragile tempered glass. However, if the frosting was applied with a film or sprayed on the tempered glass, you can remove it with relative ease using inexpensive items.
Microplush has a thick pile and soft texture, making it a common material for blankets and throws. Microplush is made from a durable synthetic fiber, typically polyester. You can remove most ink stains from the fabric, unless they are caused by permanent or indelible ink. Standard ballpoint ink usually washes out of the plush with just minimal pretreatment, while marker and permanent inks require further treatment and may only become lighter while still remaining visible.
Corian is a synthetic, durable material commonly molded into a variety of products, including kitchen counters and backsplashes. Manufactured by DuPont, the easy-clean surface is simple to install once it is cut to size. Corian Cove backsplashes are available in numerous colors, including light green, red, blue and gray, thereby providing homeowners a wide variety of selection. The cove backsplashes do not feature any cracks, thereby preventing moisture and dirt from collecting. Because this particular type of backsplash is a single, seamless piece, it is easier to install than those composed of several smaller pieces.
Oneida silverware is silver-plated stainless steel, which ensures the durability of stainless with the beauty of silver. Silverware, regardless of the manufacturer, requires special care so it doesn't tarnish or develop etching in the soft metal. Tarnishing stains the silver, giving a dark and sometimes iridescent coating. This results from oxidation, or exposure to air. Washing correctly removes and polishes away the tarnish, so the silverware develops a deep luster and shine.
Although many people use digital cameras, you may have photos around that are from the pre-digital era. If you don't have a negative of the original picture and you get marker on the photo, it can be a bit tricky to remove the marker without damaging the image. However, you can often use photo editing software to recreate the picture without the marker.
Pleather, or plastic leather, resembles leather in look and feel but is more closely related to vinyl. The plastic fibers resist most moisture stains, but oil stains can leave behind a dark mark on lighter pleather clothing and upholstery. The suede-style pleather, with its softened fibers, absorbs oil more readily and is more prone to staining than the hard or glossy varieties. Solvents aren't recommended for pleather stain removal because the solvent also breaks down the plastic in the fabric.
The 2003 Honda Civic uses heat shields in the engine bay and around the exhaust system to protect the vehicle from heat. The largest heat shield is installed over the engine's exhaust manifold, and is used to protect engine components. Removal of the heat shield is required to obtain access to the exhaust manifold, or when the heat shield has rusted and is no longer secure due to age. Removal can be accomplished with basic hand tools.
Both men and women have been modifying their body hair since ancient times, and there are records showing that leg hair removal was practiced in the ancient societies of Greece and Rome. Because many of the same hair removal methods found on the shelves of modern drugstores have been practiced since ancient times, old-fashioned hair removal methods are still widely practiced today.
When hanging posters, small paintings or other artwork, putty makes a flexible alternative to hooks or other hangers. Without drilling into the wall or otherwise damaging its surface, you can suspend your favorite lightweight decorations. All forms of putty, however, are not exactly the same; check that your product is indicated as fully removable, without removing wall paint.
Cherry wood is popular for furniture making for a number of reasons -- it's easy to cut and shape, it smells nice and it has an attractive pink color. But the natural beauty of cherry wood's color comes only with time. The wood gradually turns a deep red with exposure to sunlight, but many homeowners are impatient to wait the years it can take for this full color to develop. Typical wood staining processes simply don't apply for cherry wood due to its unique swirling of soft and hard segments. For an even application, pigmented stains work well. They also…
Bed bugs are tiny insects that live in bedding materials and feed on humans at night while they sleep. After eating, they scurry back to their hiding places until their meal is digested. Since bed bugs feed on blood, they leave behind small brown stain spots in their feces. These can remain long after the insects have been eliminated. The stains are protein-based, since they are essentially made of blood, and require a more aggressive removal approach than many other types of stains.
When the pilot will not stay lit on your Heat & Glo fireplace, it might be necessary to remove the thermocouple for cleaning or replacement. The Heat & Glo uses two burner tubes with a thermocouple in the center. The thermocouple cuts the gas supply to the burner tubes when the pilot goes out and no longer heats the thermocouple. Removing the thermocouple in a Heat & Glo fireplace is much like with any other gas appliance. If a replacement is necessary, take the old one to the store to ensure you purchase a new one that is the same…
Pulling up pavers is simple, if you don't care whether they come out intact. However, if you are looking to keep your pavers and use them somewhere else, you need to take care when removing them. If your pavers are secured with concrete, you may not be able to keep them intact while removing them.
Showers typically last for years and don't get renovated in a home very often. However, if you don't like the look of your shower, you don't have to be stuck with it. Renovating or replacing a shower requires effort, but it is possible to do it yourself if you have experience or with the assistance of a professional. Before you can add new surfaces and fixtures to a shower, you need to remove the old ones. Removing a porcelain slab from a shower requires some care and basic equipment.
Chemical fumes come from a variety of sources, including mold, gasoline and even harsh household cleansers like bleach. If your home becomes overwhelmed by chemical fumes as a result of spill, mold infestation or chemical release, you must immediately take control of the problem in order to prevent a very dangerous living situation. You can use natural methods to reclaim control of your indoor air quality.
With proper storage, waxing and use, surfboards rarely stain. However, a rough day on the waves, a long ride in traffic or exposure to curious pets can cause unsightly blotches on your board's finish. To treat stains thoroughly, you'll first have to remove your surfboard's wax coating. After stain removal, remember to reapply wax before your next outing.
Oil leaks from a parked automobile happen, and when they do, the floor of your carport can become stained. After awhile, the oil stains can give your carport a drab appearance and decrease the curb appeal of your home. However, instead of spending a lot of money to repave the carport, approach the problem by attempting to get the oil out first. Lifting the oil stains may seem like a daunting task, but it can actually be done with few products.
Yellow stains on a 55" Sony KDF-55WF655 3LCD flat-screen television can be removed by purchasing a TriState Module 9-913-000-90 Sony Blue Polarizer and installing it into your television. This module fixes the improper blockage of blue light that causes these yellow stains on this type of Sony television. Another option is to call Sony and have them repair it at a cost.
Terra-cotta has a rusty red shade that brings attention to the roof of your home. Also known as Spanish tile, terra-cotta features rounded and wavy designs that keep water from settling on a roof. Over time, the original color of Spanish tile changes due to exposure to the elements and moss or dirt stains. Staining Spanish roof tiles gives terra-cotta a warmer and richer look.
Running a lawnmower out of oil could ruin the engine and usually will void the warranty. That means a retailer or manufacturer likely will not repair or replace a lawnmower whose engine failed because of a lack of oil. Because the engine is the key component on a lawnmower, replacing a blown engine is very expensive. In some instances, owners may choose to buy a new mower rather than pay the replacement cost for another engine.
A sink can tarnish because of a chemical reaction from some cleaning products and other products put into the sink. The sink’s appearance looks melted, because the chemicals run down the sink into the drain. The melted appearance generally affects metal sinks such as stainless steel. The chemical reaction only damages the appearance of the sink and it can be used.
Shoes don't require the same level of care as a silk shirt, for example, but they do need some help to look their best. Most shoes benefit from regular brushing and a wipe with a soft, damp cloth, regardless of their style or materials. However, sometimes you'll find that your shoes have acquired a distressingly ugly stain or scuff mark that requires urgent attention. Heels are especially prone to this, since they often collide with other surfaces.
The G.Skill Trident line of memory modules come equipped with a large heat spreader with heatsink fins that stick out of the top. Depending on the configuration of your motherboard, the heat spreader—which is more for looks than functionality—can interfere with other components. The heat spreader is attached by screws and a thermal adhesive. If you are careful, you can remove it.
The Americans with Disabilities Act mandates requirements for public spaces regarding the handicap. The ADA ensures that all grab bars, handrails and other necessary equipment meet the standards for living. Building a handicap handrail yourself involves making ensuring that the handrail meets those standards. Use the proper brackets, which keeps the handrail in place with regular use.
When you plan to build a deck onto your home, you need to lay out the deck frame first. Whether you’re building the deck at ground level or from a second story, creating the shape with stakes and string helps ensure that you install a square and level structure. The layout is simply the framework in which your deck floor resides. Lay out a deck frame with treated wood to protect your deck and home from wood pests and deterioration from environmental factors.
If your jacket is stained with substances such as oil and mustard, remove the stain as soon as possible. The longer the stain remains in the fabric, the more difficult it is to remove. Read the care label before you attempt to remove stains, because fabrics such as wool, silk or linen may require dry cleaning. If the care tag indicates the jacket is washable, you can safely attempt to remove the stain.
A quality raincoat is a long-lasting garment that with proper care, retains its durability and attractive appearance for many years of dependable use. Regular cleaning and care is critical to keep the coat fresh and to maintain its water-repellent properties.
A silk kimono is a wearable work of art. Some kimonos cost thousands of dollars. Even if your silk kimono is less costly, you naturally want to keep it in the best condition possible. If you spill oil or grease on your kimono, you must clean it carefully by hand to avoid damaging the delicate silk. Never machine wash a kimono unless the care instructions state that it's machine washable or you will ruin the silk.
Flagstone is created from sandstone, quartz and feldspar. It's used in several home and commercial applications. The stone’s color variations and durability make it ideal for fireplace construction. However, the stone isn’t completely impervious to the wear and damage. Instead of tearing down your flagstone fireplace, reface it by performing minor repairs and slapping on a fresh coat of masonry paint.
In "PokeFarm," Summon, sometimes called Summoning, Items are used to obtain Legendary Eggs. When a Legendary Egg hatches, a Legendary Pokemon emerges. Some of the Summon Items in "PokeFarm" include an Ice Feather, Fire Feather, Thunder Fang and Origin Sash. If you want to obtain a Summon Item, send your Pokemon on Scour missions or sign up for Premium or Ultimate membership.
If you are an outdoors lover, there is little doubt that you have tracked dirt inside your vehicle at some point. Muddy soccer players or dirty mountain hikers find a seat in your car, leaving behind an ugly stain. These stains are typically non-greasy, making removal a much easier proposition. Begin with mild forms of cleaning before graduating to heavy-duty products that will attack the stain.
