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How to Replace Stair Tread Wedges
When stairs squeak, it's generally because the tread, or horizontal part, rubs against the riser, the vertical part. The tread can also work loose from the stringer, the side of the stairs, causing the wood to rub against wood or nails. It's common to eliminate squeaks by inserting a wood wedge betw
How to Clean a Rust Stain on a Bathtub
The bathtub, a place for cleansing the body and relaxation, is also a place for rust. As time passes the drain, faucets or porcelain may become rusty. The water and moisture that is so prevalent in a bathroom comes into contact with the metal or porcelain, forming rust. Most objects in a bath have a
How to Get Rid of Shiny Coating Painted on a Stone Fireplace
A high gloss shine applied over the top of brick or other stonework can make the stone look less rustic and historic. If you are looking to create a warm and rustic charm in your own home, it is necessary to remove the shine from the stone. Polyurethane can be removed from stone just like paint. Che
How to Clean an Oven Door With Vinegar
If you cook a lot, you may notice that the glass door of your oven is a catch-all for spatters and spills. Vinegar is an all-purpose cleaner for a wide range of items in the house, including the oven door. It is non-toxic, environmentally friendly and low in cost compared to commercially prepared cl
How to Clean a Marble Product
Marble is a metamorphic stone that is created when great amounts of heat and pressure are exerted upon limestone in the earth's crust. Marble is commonly used in flooring, counter tops, scultpures and monuments. If you have marble surfaces in your house, they should have a smooth, shiny luster. Beca
How to Kill Fleas in Clothes
The advent of spring or summer often brings the introduction of fleas into the home environment. Many flea infestations originate from household pets that bring them into the house from the yard; some pet-free households will also struggle with fleas who hitch a ride on clothing or other belongings
Non-Toxic Organic Cleaning Products
Bathrooms, kitchens, bedrooms, living rooms and dining rooms--the task of cleaning seems endless. Thankfully, chemical cleaners aren't the only way to get your home squeaky clean. Non-toxic organic cleaning products are safe and can clean just as effectively as traditional cleaners.
How to Make Your Own Clothes Soap
You never know what kind of additives might be in commercial products like clothes soap. Know exactly what you are washing your clothes with--and save money at the same time--by making your own clothes soap with nontoxic ingredients. Ensure a balanced and effective clothes soap by using the correct
How to Clean a Spray Gun Properly
A spray gun is used for painting. After you use it to paint an area or object in your home, you need to clean it. Proper cleaning and maintenance are necessary to help ensure that your spray gun continues to work properly. If you fail to clean it soon after spraying, paint can become clogged inside,
Commercial Tile Cleaning
Cleaning the floor of your business may seem a trivial matter but it can have serious implication. If, for example, grease on the tile floor of a restaurant is not cleaned away, it could cause a slip hazard. This, in turn, could lead to compensation claims. Also, the reputation of a business depends
What Is Beechwood?
Beechwood is the lumber from beech trees, which comprise eight to 10 species in the genus Fagus. Beech trees are native to the Northern Hemisphere.
How to Clean With Vinegar & Salt
Many homeowners are exploring alternative cleaning solutions for simple, everyday cleaning tasks. Unlike most commercial cleaners that contain toxic and caustic ingredients, natural alternatives are not harmful to humans or the environment. White vinegar and ordinary table salt are examples of compl
Step Ladder Safety Rules
Step ladders can range from heights of 4 to 12 feet.i can climb the top image by Elena Vdovina from Fotolia.comThe Occupation Safety and Health Administration reports that more than 24,000 people are injured each year due to falls from construction stairways and ladders. Although step...
How to Restore an Antique Brass Finish
Antique brass becomes tarnished from exposure to the air, your hands and the environment. If a brass object is left outside or is exposed to natural sunlight, the UV rays can also cause it to change color. The brass goes from its naturally bright color to a darker shade that looks dirty, dingy or ev
How to Clean Mold & Fungi Off the Outside of a Log Cabin
Log homes are functional, durable, warm and inviting. For centuries woodworkers have favored log construction as the material was readily available, natural and fairly easy to work with. Log homes can be found around the world, from humid tropical climates to arid deserts. Log homes are subject to t
How to Remove Desitin Stains
If your little one has ever had problems with diaper rash, you may have used a product like Desitin ointment. Desitin is a diaper rash cream that contains zinc oxide as its active ingredient. Although Desitin is effective for healing chafed skin, its oily consistency can leave stains on clothing. Ho
How to Use Bamboo Cutting Boards With Meat
The Food Safety and Inspection Service states that it is safe to use a wood cutting board to cut raw meat. The FSIS, which is a division of the United States Department of Agriculture, recommends using one cutting board to cut meat and a different cutting board to cut bread or fresh produce, thus av
How to Get Dings Out of Drywall
Drywall, which is also called gypsum board in some construction circles, is a commonly used material for interior walls. The surface holds latex and oil-based paints, or it can be covered in wallpaper. Unlike holes knocked into the wall surface, minor dents and dings are relatively simple to fix usi