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There are a lot of health problems due to mold in a person’s house that they don’t know about and has been there for awhile. Mold is a fungi that causes a lot of people to get sick and they spend...
Eliminating and preventing the growth and spread of mold and mildew in the home is a constant challenge. The presence of moisture in the bathroom, kitchen, attic and basement makes these areas of...
Do you have a bathroom fan that does not do the job of removing moisture during those hot showers? I have 3 teenagers that shower all the time. I have a white bathroom and my fan cannot keep up...
Mold is not only dangerous to your health, especially if you have breathing disorders, it is dangerous to the health and integrity of your house. Damp or wet conditions in your home provide the...
Mold and Mildew stains are unsightly, smelly and potentially harmful to an individual’s health. Not to mention the smells can be embarrassing when guests arrive and the first thing they smell is...
Household mold is not only ugly, it can pose a health risk for the people living in the house. Mold reproduces by releasing tiny spores that spread through the air until they land on another...
Don't you just hate that black caulk around the tub? Do you dread when company comes they may peek around the shower curtain and see the black stain of the caulk? I gave up hope that my bathroom...
Do you have soap making on the mind? Well this is a great recipe I have used a number of times. It is fun, fairly easy and the ingredients are not very costly.
Celebrate the 4th of July Holiday, with the traditional grilled franks, hamburgers, chips and dips. This year make a red, white and blue Jello dessert, that not only looks good, tastes great makes...
Mold and mildew in the shower can be disgusting to look at as well as being a possible health hazard. Many individuals can be allergic to mold and mildew and react by having sinus and respiratory...
Jelly beans aren’t just for eating, anymore! These candles are seasonally festive and glow like stained glass when lit. Although you can’t eat them, the good news is the best jelly beans for these...
When the waters of Katrina receded a blanket of black mold covered everything in sight. After much trial and error and even more elbow grease, I found that an old formula I've used for years...
Mold and mildew on any surface of the home can be both unsightly and potentially unhealthy. Depending on the amount of the mold and mildew and its location, it can also have a negative impact on...
Know how to properly feed your horse and she'll maintain her lustrous coat and confident canter. When caring for your animal - be it an Arabian or a Tennessee walker - nothing is more important...
Water mold damage turns into a huge expense unless you stop it in time. Not to mention the fact that it can be dangerous to your health. So it seems, the obvious solution would be to avoid it...
Those of us not fortunate to own our own homes at least don't have to deal with the hassle of doing our own repairs - our landlords take care of those chores. But even though a maintenance staff...
Ever dreamed of making your very own brick oven pizzas? How about in your backyard?
Try making coil pots using a round bowl (mold). Making the pot inside the bowl gives it an instant shape, helps the clay to keep its shape during construction and can aid in a more centered piece.
Sneezing, Sniffling, headaches, itchy eyes. These symptoms can make us dread the approach of spring and summer. The following tips can help you breathe easier.
If you suffer from allergies then beware of breathing in the fresh autumn air. Because not only will you be breathing in the crisp fresh air you will also be breathing in particles from fallen...
I recently had a 1-month battle with mold and mildew in my car. I won! First, there was a seal in the rear tail light that had warped and was allowing rain to get into the frame of the car,...
Last year - I made chocolate gift ornaments for my friends. The gift was very easy to prepare, and fun to share. The perfect gift for anyone who loves chocolate. Make a dozen...
I use old candles to re-make candles. I use Candles that have gotten too low, or ones that I don't use anymore. I have never bought wax to make a candle. I throw old Candle pieces into a Coffee...
Learn how to make inexpensive, impressive stepping stones that you will treasure forever. These make great gifts for family and friends as well!
There is a fantastic market now for people who purchase used books to resell on sites such as Ebay or Amazon.com. One of the biggest problems that bargain hunters find when purchasing used books,...
This recipe for Broken Glass Salad is a certain delight for a holiday get together. Not only is it pretty to look at, it's a refreshing desert that will be enjoyed by everyone. Easy to make and...
Mold can contribute to serious health risks. Ignoring a mold problem will only make it worse and more dangerous. I'm going to show you how to deal with mold and prevent it from coming back.
Some people are highly allergic to mold and mildew and react by having sinus and respiratory problems. In addition, the stains caused by mold and mildew are unsightly and smelly. The best way to...
Note: The best time to make soap is when your kitchen could use a good cleaning - there will be soap everywhere - just add hot water for easy cleanup.
The caulk around the edge of a tub prevents water from seeping into the walls and flooring below. In addition, if mold and mildew has grown along the caulk lines, it can be both unsightly and...
We often associate allergies and mold and mildew growth with hot summer weather, but winter can be a prime time too. Houses closed up tightly against the cold, along with wet winter clothes and...
Patio furniture cushions can form mold and become mildew stained from being outside. Mold and mildew is unsightly and nobody wants to sit on mold and mildew. Mold and mildew stains should be...
I’m sure you have heard that it is a buyer’s market. There are a lot of great deals in the real estate market these days. There are a lot of foreclosures and short sales at great prices. So,...
The process for removing mold from the siding of your house is actually pretty easy and cheap. It is however labor intensive. So breaking the job into sections really helps the process move along...
Try this jello brain with worms for Halloween!
If you have kids, somewhere along the line they probably have left wet towels under their bed or spilled on a shirt and left it on their floor under a pile of clothes. However it happened, when...
I have been making candles since I was a child. It is fun and relaxing, and relatively easy to do. So if you are interested in learning how to make candles, I have some advice that can help. I can...
So you've done all your laundry for the week, you put your shirt on before work and you notice this horrible, nose curling smell. You can't figure out what it is until you lower your chin and...
Various allergies are triggered by indoor allergens like mold, dust and pet dander. Pollen that makes its way into the house can also be a source of allergies. House dust mite droppings and pet...
Candles set the mood. Whether you want romance, soft lighting or eerie effects, you can take even more pleasure in candles when you make them yourself.
This soap is a pleasure to give - and to receive.
Though this looks like some sci-fi photo, it's actually a mold spore under the microscope. Mold spores thrive in our homes, get into our air, and can cause us and our families to get sick. If you...
Garden art gives your garden or landscape a personality and stained glass stepping stones provide that personality a unique look all its own. This afternoon craft project is easy to create and...
Many diseases can be spread through dirty bird feeders. Keep your feeders clean and your hummingbirds happy.
Mold and mildew are not only unsightly, they are a danger to our health. They are especially dangerous for those who suffer from breathing problems or whose health is otherwise compromised.
I found toxic black mold in my home. Certainly words you do not want to hear. This brings us back the a few decades to a similar scare of lead paint and then asbestos. But-if you do have a black...
Hate to constantly waste sliced sandwich bread because it starts to get moldy before you make it through the bag? Once mold starts growing on the bread, it quickly spreads to the rest of the bag....
Mold odor is unfortunately one of the first signs that you have a mold or mildew problem somewhere in your home. While you certainly want to remove the mold odor to prevent allergy symptoms from...
Let’s get started by saying that black mold, or as it is also know as Strachybotrys Chartarum (atra), can be dangerous to your health. It has been known to cause lung tissue damage, asthma,...
It’s so annoying to open your drapes or blinds and see the dreaded black mold on your window frame. The temperature difference from the outside and the inside creates condensation and an ideal...
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