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Many formal events such as weddings, dances and dinner parties call for men to wear a tuxedo. If you own a tux and don't wear it very often, you may want to temporarily store it. But don't just hang it up in the closet like your other clothes. Improper storage can cause several problems, including insect damage, mold development, color fading and stains. Storing your tuxedo properly will allow the garment to maintain a like-new condition for years.
Grease spots don't have to remain a permanent addition to your kitchen. Learn about how to get rid of those pesky grease spots with help from a cleaning expert known as "The Green Cleaning Coach" in this free video clip.
Using white toothpaste is a great way to remove water stains from wood and other types of surfaces. Use white toothpaste to remove water stains from wood with help from a Foreman for Lighty Contractors in this free video clip.
Removing stains from walnut wood requires you to take great care to not damage the wood itself. Find out how to remove stains from walnut wood with help from a 46-year-old master precision craftsman in this free video clip.
Incense will stain your walls if you burn that incense too close to the walls in the first place. Find out how burning incense can stain your walls with help from an accomplished interior designer in this free video clip.
Removing a red tint in CS5 can help take a good image and turn it into a great one. Learn about removing red tint in CS5 with help from a well-versed web, graphic and illustrative designer in this free video clip.
Staining old concrete floors requires you to follow only a few basic, easy to manage steps. Find out how to stain old concrete floors with help from an experienced building manager in this free video clip.
Dry red wine stains can be difficult to remove, but they certainly aren't impossible. Find out how to remove dry red wine stains with help from a third generation owner of Arrow Leathercare in this free video clip.
Certain methods for removing coffee stains are more effective than others. Learn about the best way to remove a coffee stain with help from a coffee consultant in this free video clip.
Coffee stains have a tendency to build up on the inside of mugs after prolonged use. Clean coffee stains from mugs with help from a cleaning coach in this free video clip.
“Soft wood” generally refers to wood harvested from coniferous trees -- including spruce, yellow pine, white pine and Douglas fir. The wood is used for a variety of products, from doghouses to flooring. If you’ve oil-stained your soft wood product and it suffers from a blotchy, uneven finished appearance, don’t remove the existing stain and start from scratch. Instead, even out the oil stain on the soft wood -- without using expensive tools or professional assistance.
Ugly white streaks and stains on black car carpets are a potentially damaging side effect of harsh winter weather in many parts of the country. To combat the snow and ice, local municipalities and homeowners scatter salt on roads, driveways and sidewalks. The salt may promote safety when driving and walking, but it's easily picked up by footwear and transferred to automobile carpeting. If ignored, the magnesium and calcium chloride in the salt will weaken and damage carpet fibers. However, expensive carpet shampoos or trips to the auto detailer aren't necessary when simple and inexpensive home maintenance is employed.
Shopping for PVC cleaner can be confusing, because there are two very different types of cleansers for this material. One cleaner works to prep the PVC for gluing and assembly, while the other removes stains and debris from raw materials or finished products. Select the right cleaner for your needs at a local hardware or home-improvement store.
A bathroom floor needs to be durable, comfortable, stain-proof and, above all, water-resistant. Concrete floors fulfill all of these requirements and provide a warm, inviting finish, as well. Acid-etch stains create a non-uniform, completely unique pattern by reacting with the concrete to provide you with a one-of-a-kind floor without compromising the benefits of concrete. Accordingly, acid etched cement floors are acceptable for bathrooms.
When you spill teak oil on your shower tile, it is best to deal with it as soon as possible. If you leave teak oil on the surface for an extended period of time, you may end up with a permanent stain that turns your shower into an eyesore.
Treating a stain when it's fresh improves your chances of getting it out. In the case of dehydrated food stains, using the right techniques for removing them will help you clean off the residue and treat the stain. Common mistakes in removing food stains include using techniques that can spread the stain or make it worse, such as using too much moisture or the wrong water temperature. Although you might not be able to remove all dried food stains, learning how to remove a dehydrated food stain will increase your chance of success.
Synthetic fabric gets a bad rap. It is often considered a cheap alternative to natural fabric that is more difficult to clean. However, care instructions vary depending on the type of synthetic fabric. Bemberg Rayon is a specific brand of rayon so-named because of its manufacturer, J. P. Bemberg. It is engineered to resist wrinkling and to be machine-washed and dried, making both pre-washing and stain removal quick and uncomplicated.
Any type of header -- ceramic or metal -- is vulnerable to coming into contain with oil and grease. The longer you have the header, the more your chances of staining it with oil rise. If an oil stain occurs on your ceramic header, take caution to use the appropriate products to remove the stain. Some stain removers are intended only for metal and will strip away the ceramic on the header, thereby making the whole thing look more unsightly.
Minwax's Puritan Pine stain comes only in the oil-based Minwax Wood Finish line, along with several other color varieties of natural wood colors. If for some reason you can't apply the same stain used on your already finished product to the product you are matching -- perhaps because you prefer water-based stain, or the new project is a different species of wood -- you must match a stain to the Puritan Pine. Paint and hardware stores can do this for you, but you can also attempt the process yourself. You'll need a good eye and patience; matching stains takes trial…
Stains have a persistent and annoying habit of making car upholstery look dirty and unkempt, and this applies to water stains on fine- or coarse-thread car upholstery. Water in itself does not produce the stain in upholstery; it occurs when the hard minerals in water are left behind. White blotches, circles and lines can outline the edge of the water stain, making it obvious and unsightly. A vehicle owner has a few options on how to remove a water stain from his car upholstery, which include a few steps and the use of basic household products.
Even within a large, open office area, an employee can enjoy an oasis of personal space courtesy of a standard office cubicle. Typically, the partitions that make up these cubicles are covered with fabric. And they require the same basic care as any other fabric or upholstered surface to keep clean and stain-free. If you find annoying pen stains marring the appearance of your cubicle wall, the way you deal with the stain is not unlike how you would deal with ink stains on any fabric at home.
It’s possible to stain pine stair treads, but it takes more prep work to get good results with pine than it does with harder woods. The main problem is that pine tends to soak up stain unevenly, resulting in a blotchy, unnatural appearance. To get the wood ready for staining, you need to hand-sand each tread thoroughly. If you plan to use a liquid stain on pine, you must apply a wood conditioner to the sanded wood before staining. Gel stain doesn’t require wood conditioner, so it may be a better choice if you wish to save time.
If you drink or serve red wine, it's inevitable that some will eventually spill on your carpet. An enthusiastic conversationalist who gestures with a wine glass, a clumsy guest or even a wagging dog tail can leave you looking at a red stain. There are commercial products available to remove stains, but the faster you act, the easier it will be to remove the stain. Use products already in your cabinet to get the stain out quickly and cheaply.
Whenever your Wii or any other sensitive piece of electronic equipment gets wet, it is best to immediately stop using the device, unplug it from the power outlet and other devices and work quickly to remove the fluid. Fluids easily damage electronics, and some attempts to clean them up can cause more harm than good. If you have accidentally spilled cleaner fluid from a lens cleaning kit or other source into your Wii, the best course of action is to carefully disassemble your Wii and allow it to thoroughly dry.
Distressed furniture pieces offer a shade of the shabby chic style, which creates a homey, inviting atmosphere at home and at work. Aging and distressing the wood of a spare dresser, end table or even a dining table adds a unique charm to your home décor style. There are many dark stains on the market that offer a deep wash of color on wood pieces. These stains can also be used to create faux burns that add to the charm of distressed furniture.
A buildup of detergent, hard water deposits or food residue in your dishwasher can result in a white, chalky substance or leftover food particles on your dishes, undermining the convenience of the dishwasher. Hand washing can remove the residue on the current set of dishes, but it doesn't solve the root of the problem.
If you are looking for a nontoxic method of staining cabinets, consider creating a wood stain from tea bags you have in your cupboard. Tea contains tannins that darken the color of wood, creating a wood stain. All you need to create a tea stain is some boiling hot water, a paintbrush, and your creativity.
Correction fluid covers ink, pencil or typewriter writing, and is useful for correcting mistakes or making minor changes on existing printed documents. If you should accidentally spill correction fluid onto a leather surface, don’t panic. Allow it to dry completely before attempting to remove it. First, try to determine your correction fluid's formulation, and choose your cleaning method accordingly. A water-based product, such as Bic Wite-Out Water Based Correction Fluid, is water-soluble. A petroleum-based product, like Bic Extra Coverage or Bic Quick Dry, requires a citrus-based cleaner for removal.
Marble surfaces add a luxurious touch to any home. From tile to countertops and showers, marble has been used as a building material for centuries. The smooth, porous surface of this natural stone requires special care and maintenance to avoid stains, etching and scratches. Spilled food or drinks can seep into the marble and leave stains behind. Remove orange juice stains with cosmetic-grade peroxide. For very tough stains, a peroxide poultice can draw the stain out of the marble as it dries.
If you ever take a photo at night using an infrared camera, you make decide later that you would like to convert the image to a color one that looks like it was taken in daylight. This might seem like a daunting proposition, but it is in fact quite simple to turn the colors you do have into a daytime images. You can do this in Photoshop, Photoshop Elements or GIMP.
A red wine stain can seem like a death sentence for whatever the stain occurs on. Carpet, furniture and clothing all can potentially be ruined by the tannins found in red wine. Fortunately, a red wine stain can be removed from a sweater, even if the stain has dried. Rehydrating the stain will allow you to remove it using either common household products or commercial stain removers.
After cooking a meal, there is nothing worse than dealing with a pile of pots with burnt-on food or stains. However, instead of spending hours scrubbing your pots, determine the type of stain you are dealing with and use common household products to do the work for you. With the right product for the job, you can save time and energy while removing the stains.
Smoking leaves its mark in many ways. Not only is it hazardous to your health, but smoking can cause unsightly stains on your walls and ceilings. Nicotine leaves a greasy, water soluble stain that is difficult to cover. Because it is water soluble, the stain bleeds into the fresh paint and continues to show through. While nicotine stains present a challenge, it is possible to paint over them with the appropriate paint.
LG is a major manufacturer of kitchen appliances including dishwashers. If the water in your home is hard, it likely leaves hard water stains or deposits on many surfaces such as in your sinks, on your pots and pans, on your shower head and inside your dishwasher. Read your LG dishwasher manual for specific instructions on how to remove the hard water stains for your particular model, but in general, they can be removed in a similar manner as described in most LG dishwasher manuals.
Whether you spilled red wine on a wall or a wooden table, you can cover the stain with paint and, in the process, give it a whole new look. You must properly prepare the surface, though, otherwise the paint may not adequately cover the stain or it may chip before long. Always read the directions for any cleaning or painting products, so you can safely and effectively use them.
Red wine is a beverage that contains anti-oxidants and is thought to benefit the cardiovascular system when consumed in moderation. Having a glass of red wine with a meal can complement the flavors of the food as well. On the other hand, red wine also can create nasty stains on clothing, furniture and carpets. If you spill red wine on a garment that is marked "dry clean only," the safest approach is to take the clothing to a dry cleaner right away. However, if you don't have this option, you may be able to remove the stain using one of…
Knotty pine gives a painter more to deal with, because the knots can show through paint. The knots can also seep resin a long time after the pine has been installed. The finish on any wood must be stripped before it's painted. A coat of stain-resistant primer will keep the paint job looking fresh.
Nickel plated items have a shiny silver coating of nickel on top of a cheaper material. In addition to jewelry, nickel plating also appears on shaving sets, kitchen ranges, telephone components and a variety of other objects. Cleaning the item in the right way restores the look of the nickel plating and removes stains, including stains caused by red wine.
Powder coating is sprayed on a surface, then heated until the individual powder particles melt together. This process produces a surface that is hard and resistant to stains, but that does not mean that you will never have a problem. If you do experience problems with water stains on your powder-coated items, you need to use the right cleaner to get rid of them.
Ketchup produces combination stains, which comprise an oil component and a pigment component. It's often possible to remove ketchup stains from washable wool apparel, provided you apply the stain treatment before laundering. Washing and drying clothing tends to fix stains into fabric, making them difficult or impossible to remove.
Cut glass is glass that has various types of decorative patterns cut into it. Items made out of cut glass make attractive accents for your home. If you wash your cut glass or place it in the dishwasher, you may notice a cloudy or flaky residue building up over time. These stains are often hard water scales and are the result of minerals from the water building up on the glass. Get rid of hard water stains on cut glass by using a gentle acidic cleaning product.
Grease spots are among the worst stains to encounter as they are stubborn to remove and require a resilient plan of action that involves repetitive scrubbing. If the grease stain is on a garment, you might just choose to throw it away rather than deal with it. But when you discover grease stains on your sofa, you really have no choice but to roll up your sleeves and get to work. You can get rid of the grease stain with some elbow grease and the right cleaning products.
No matter what type of stove top you have, a greasy stain on it is an obvious eyesore. Untreated grease spatters and spills can easily become burned onto the stove, which makes them a challenge to remove. The grease can be scraped off, but that could leave scratches behind. The gentlest solutions are often the best when it comes to removing greasy stains from a stove.
Durable, low-maintenance Corian sink surfaces stand up to a variety of food and beverage stains. Thick, oil-based red gravy left to sit on the surface leaves an ugly red gravy stain that detracts from the appearance of your sink. Although Corian, made by DuPont, is easy to care for, you can't be careless with it, either. Strong chemicals and high heat cause damage to the surface. You can remove a red gravy stain from your Corian sink but must use cleaning supplies and methods safe for the surface.
When you spill red wine on your laminate countertop, wipe it up immediately to avoid staining. Unfortunately, even when you catch the spill right after it happens, the red liquid can leave behind a stain, especially on older laminate countertops. When this happens, a little extra cleaning and perhaps a special cleaner might remove the spot.
Pine is a naturally smooth wood with a bright creamy or light yellow color. It can give an inherently rustic appearance to cabinets, floors and furniture. However, stain is notoriously difficult to remove because its grain is unusually dense and also has a large amount of super-absorbent pockets that randomly occur and suck up the stain, creating a blotchy appearance. If you have recently stained pine and it has dried to a blotchy appearance, don't worry. You can still fix it so the wood has a more uniform color.
Cast iron frying pans are the pan of choice for many experienced cooks. The durability of a cast iron pan, as well as its even distribution of heat and stick-resistant surface makes this type of cookware a logical choice. You may occasionally notice water stains on your cast iron frying pan if it was not dried well or if you have mineral-rich "hard" water. Remove these water stains from your pan with a homemade cleaning remedy.
Hard water stains accumulate in the humidifier's water tank due to minerals in the water, which creates a crusty residue and can inhibit the humidifier's operation. Although cleaning with hot water and dishwashing liquid prevents buildup from occurring, a stronger solution is required to cut through the lime buildup without damaging the humdifier's tank. White vinegar is an acidic household product that works as a safe and natural cleaner for humidifiers, and simultaneously eliminates bacterial growth.
Distressed is a term used for wood pieces that have an aged appearance. Scratches and signs of wear in the paint are distinguishing factors in distressed wood. While some find the distressed look of wood unappealing, others embrace it for its historical value. If you are a fan of distressed wood, it is possible to achieve the look with newer, raw wood pieces. A white stain, purposefully marred, creates a faux look of distress without having to wait for nature to do the work.
Knotty pine has a unique quality that appeals to those who appreciate the rustic or western look. While some view the wood's characteristic knots as defects, others enjoy the organic look. Dirt and grease diminishes the beauty of knotty pine walls. The wood should be cleaned regularly to prevent unsightly buildup, particularly if knotty pine paneling is in or near the kitchen.
