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How Do I Clean a Chenille Comforter?
Chenille throws are woven or knitted from special chenille yarn, which is composed of soft, short fibers twisted around an inner core. The short fibers bush out, giving chenille the feel of velvet or velour. As the short fibers are usually constructed from man-made fibers, chenille is naturally stai
Tips on Old Photographs
Old photographs are a gateway to the past. Preserving, scanning and displaying old photographs is key to keeping the memories contained in the photographs alive. There are several tips and hints for handling and caring for old photographs, including storing them in plastic sleeves, scanning them pro
How to Make a Red Stain
The natural, vibrant color of the redwood tree is often used in woodworking, from fine furniture to luxurious hardwood floors. To get the same rich color of redwood without the actual redwood lumber, make handmade red stains at home with a large variety of paints to choose from. Handmade stains allo
How to Treat Carpet Browning
Carpet browning is a common, recurring stain on most carpets. It can be caused by excessive use of carpet cleaners, rain water leakage and air-conditioning and hot water heater leaks. Browning typically occurs on the tips of the carpet fibers and will be more noticeable on lighter colors. The proble
How to Patch Asphalt Road Surfaces
Cold patches make asphalt road repairs quick and easy and can be applied efficiently without heating and special processes. No heavy machinery or rolling devices are needed when using a cold asphalt patch, and they may be applied in chillier temperatures. Pothole or chuckholes are a common problem a
How to Dress Up Vertical Blinds
Window blinds are probably in every room of your home. They're great at keeping the sunlight out, as well as giving you privacy, but sometimes they can look a little boring. Dressing up your window blinds can involve giving your windows pretty decorations or even sprucing up the blinds themselves, d
How to Remove Silicone Stains
People who work with machinery know how essential silicone lubricant is, but they also know that drips and splatters can leave pesky little stains all over clothes. This is fine if you are wearing your work clothes, but not so fun when it gets on something nice. Silicone lubricant stains can be remo
How to Clean Sewer Systems
Sewer system back ups are common in many homes. They occur when items such as coffee grounds, animal fat, baby wipes or plastic are flushed down the toilet or the drain of your sink. Sewer back ups also occur as a result of tree root invasion into the sewage piping and drainage system. This occurren
How to Get Rid of Bad Odor
Bad home odors come from various sources, including food and animals. Baking soda, vinegar and lemon juice all work well to get rid of smells. All three products are environmentally safe to use and won't damage surfaces. Vinegar and lemon juice also kill germs, making them a safe disinfectant. Odors
How to Clean an Unfinished Cedar Closet
Natural moth control, aromatic refreshed air and warm, glowing hues are a few characteristics of natural cedar wood that makes it a choice selection in closet design. Cedar closets are the natural alternative to using insecticides just to have fresh smelling garments and linens unaffected by bugs. S
How to Remove Sticky Labels From Stainless
Sticky labels can go on just about any surface, including stainless steel. The problem is, when you want to remove the label, the adhesive is often stuck so tightly that you cannot peel off the label. You may be tempted to try scraping off the label with a knife, but keep in mind that stainless surf
Home Remedies for Cleaning Stubborn Soot Film From a Tile Floor
Stubborn soot can come from fire damage, and it can stick to your tile floors. Cleaning soot may require more elbow grease than regular floor mopping, but it can be easily done with home remedies. Tile needs to be scrubbed and cleaned gently, without using stiff brushes that could cause scratches an
How to Make Typing Easier on Evo
The HTC Evo smartphone has a touchscreen input for navigating the phone and typing. The phone's default on-screen keyboard is a full QWERTY keyboard. Some users find this keyboard difficult to use, especially when holding the phone vertically and the screen is in portrait mode. You can adjust the se
How to Stain Concrete Color Choices
Staining concrete has become a fashionable way of bringing color into an otherwise industrial looking floor or counter. The color choices for stained concrete are endless. The actual method of staining concrete consists of using a mixture of metallic salts, acid, and other materials to cause a chemi
How to Remove Blood Stains From Furniture
Getting blood out of clothing can be difficult enough, even when you can move it around, wet it and throw it in the washing machine. You cannot do that with items such as furniture. In addition, depending on where the spot is located, it can be next to impossible to hide it. It is possible to clean
How to Get Rid of Mold in Shower or Tub
Mold can grow in showers and bathtubs, as these surfaces collect large amounts of moisture. Your mold risk can become even higher if the tub or shower resides in a bathroom that has no windows, since mold likes to grow in areas with limited air circulation. Excess dirt can also raise the risk, becau
What Household Chemicals Can Cause a Chemical Reaction?
It's important to know the properties of household cleaning chemicals before you try to mix them. Some household cleaning agents are more or less harmless, while others can react to release toxic gases when combined. Vinegar and baking soda, for example, won't cause you any harm. A mixture of ammoni
How to Get Rid of Mold From Wood Surfaces
Finding wooden surfaces covered with mold is a homeowner's nightmare. Whether it's a basement ceiling showing the effects of a particularly damp spring or an antique armoire that was damaged in a flood, the distinctive odor of mold can make you literally and figuratively ill. The good news is that
Spring Grout Cleaning
Most people consider spring to be a time to catch up on all the real cleaning that didn't happen during the colder months. It's a time to open the windows and make your home smell and feel completely clean and fresh. Cleaning grout is often a task that can be quite difficult and even a hassle, inclu