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Pegasus Granite Colors
Granite fixtures can provide a luxurious appearance in the rooms of a home, with the material producing hard-wearing, sanitary sinks, worktops and other fittings. Options for the bathroom include Pegasus granite vanity tops, side splashes and utility tops, which are available at The Home Depot (home
My General Electric Triton Dishwasher Will Not Drain
The General Electric Triton dishwasher comes equipped with several options, such as a variety of cycle selections, including normal, china and crystal, rinse only or pots and pans, as well as a hard food disposer and triple filtration system. If the dishwasher malfunctions, such as if the unit will
How to Paint With Rattle Cans
A rattle can is paint in an aerosol or spray-paint can. They are referred to as rattle cans because of the noise the can makes when it is shaken. Rattle cans are often the preferred application tools for enamel paints because they provide a smooth coat and generate less mess. The hands are especiall
How to Clean Your Scalp in Braids Without Washing
Washing your hair when you have a head full of braids can sometimes be difficult. Fortunately, there are a few ways to get your scalp and hair clean without actually getting it wet or fumbling with liquid shampoos or worrying about your braids slipping out or coming undone. You should wash your scal
How to Glaze Wooden Sashes
Glazing or inserting the glass into a wood sash window is simple if you have the right supplies and follow a few simple safety rules. The techniques are not hard, but they require a little patience. Always wear safety glasses and glass-handling gloves. Cloth or leather work gloves are not adequate t
How to Remove a Cat Urine Smell From the Laundry
Cats, like dogs, can be pretty territorial. As part of this behavior, cats are inclined to mark their territory with their urine. Sometimes in the process of marking their territory, they will urinate in unexpected places, including the laundry. Fortunately, removing cat urinal smell from linens is
How to Clean Algae Off Bricks & Concrete
Algae thriving in damp areas with little drainage can make pool areas, walkways and patios slippery and dangerous. Improving sunlight and removing sources of moisture can reduce or eliminate algae growth. You can also scrub with diluted bleach to kill algae and restore the brick or concrete surface.
How to Paint Metal With Gold Paint
Homeowners often think of painting metal as intimidating. While paint will peel and flake from metal objects if done incorrectly, it can be done with great results. Painting a metal object with gold paint is similar to any other paint job. The most important step is the preparation. Be sure that you
How to Clean Brass Metal
Cleaning brass items in and around your home can give it a mini face-lift. Once you have cleaned and polished brass correctly, it looks as good as it did when it was brand new. That said, cleaning brass is easier said than done because if you don't know how to clean it properly you can scrub and scr
Stain Removal & Wite-Out
There are several considerations to keep in mind when removing the stains that Wite-Out--the brand name of BIC's correction fluids, tapes and pens--can leave behind. Your stain-removal method will vary depending on the type of product you use--so it is important to pay attention to product specifica
How to Make Ceramic Molds
Ceramics lend an attractive visual appeal and beauty to household items. They can be used for making a variety of products ranging from teakettles and figurines to pots and vases. Making ceramic molds is an easy and inexpensive. The common products that help in creating ceramic molds are plaster
A Burning Smell in a Hair Dryer
Just out of the shower, smelling fresh and clean, you reach for your hair dryer so you can get ready for work. A few moments after you turn it on, there it is: a smell like burning hair. This stinky problem is fixable.
Ideas for Recording Outgoing Voice Mail
Leave your message after the beep.telephone image by Vasiliy Koval from Fotolia.comRecording an outgoing voice mail message may not be rocket science, but if you choose to forgo the customary, "leave a message at the sound of the tone," greeting, there are several ideas at your disposal....
What Are the Various Uses for Clorox Bleach?
Clorox is a brand of chlorine bleach. Sodium hypochlorite, or bleach, is a product that has a number of uses in and around your home. Clorox is a powerful chemical that has toxic fumes and is toxic if swallowed. Always keep it out of reach of children and never mix it with ammonia or use it on somet
The Best Way to Paint Paneling
Paneling was once popular in American homes, especially in basements. If you want to get rid of it, you can remove it, and start from scratch. Or, you can paint it and save a lot of time and money while also getting excellent results. Have some fun picking out colors that work with your decor
How to Get Pet Odors Out of a Floor
When a pet relieves itself on your floor, it's double trouble. First, until you clean it, there is a lingering odor, as well as a stain. Secondly, as long as your pet continues to smell its own excrement, it considers that part of the floor to be its own personal bathroom. To keep your pet from retu
How to Clean Diamonds With Household Products
Diamonds are gems that form deep within the Earth. According to The University of California Berkeley, all authentic diamonds that we see are at least 900 million years old. If you have a diamond ring, necklace, bracelet or other jewelry that needs to be cleaned, it's no wonder you want only the bes
How to Clean Time Clocks
Employers often use time clocks as one of the most effective ways to track the time an employee puts in during each pay period. The employee clocks in and out at the beginning and end of each shift, along with between breaks and lunch hours when applicable. This eliminates employees cheating on the
How to Clean Rust Off Scissors
A good pair of scissors is a handy tool for many activities, from crafts and sewing to kitchen work. However, you must take proper care of your scissors or rust can interfere with their usefulness. If you have neglected your scissors and rust has appeared on the blades, you can remove it with some b