How to Remove a Decal From Fabric

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A decal is generally considered anything meant to be stuck to another surface. Some decals peel on and off easily, while others have a type of sticky adhesive on the back to be affixed to a surface for a long period. If you place a decal on some type of fabric, some of that adhesive residue might st

How to Clean a Fireplace Glass Window

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Soot and fogging are the most common problems with glass fireplace windows. Fortunately, cleaning them is quite simple if you have the proper cleaning supplies. With regular cleaning, you can not only remove the regular soot buildup from wood fires, but also prevent fogging from becoming a recurring

How to Remove Red Wine From a Silk Couch

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Spilling red wine on a silk couch can leave a nasty stain. To compound matters further, silk is one of the hardest materials from which to remove wine stains. However, a homemade method of wine stain removal will drastically reduce or remove the red wine stains in silk. This do-it-yourself solutio

How to Clean Antique or Vintage Fishing Lures

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Collecting antique fishing lures is a rewarding hobby, but collectors need to be careful when cleaning so that they do not cause more harm than good. Cleaning and conserving antique fishing lures can be challenging because these objects are made of multiple materials such as wood, paint, steel, bras

How to Clean Briquettes in PGS Grills

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PGS gas grills use ceramic briquettes to radiate heat from the gas burner evenly, so there is a consistent temperature across the grill's cooking surface. With regular use, the briquettes may accumulate grease and food drippings, which can cause burner flare-ups while adding an unpleasant taste and

How to Get Alkyd Enamel Paint Out of Carpet

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Painting your home with alkyd paint is a healthier option than traditional oil-based paints as it's made from soy. This durable natural paint adheres to walls and surfaces, leaving an almost enamel-like feel and making them resistant to most scratches and abrasions. Though this staying power and res

How to Restore Brick Walls

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Brick is one of the most resilient materials for a wall, but even sturdy reliable brick will fade and crack after years of exposure to pressure, weather and wear and tear. Some brick walls may need just a good cleaning, while others may require extensive repairs. Either way, you can return your bric

How to Remove Candle Soot From Walls

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Candles add ambiance, exotic aromas and a relaxing mood to any space. Unfortunately, most candles give off soot as they burn, which can cling to wall surfaces if the candle is placed too close. Soot appears as black marks on walls, and needs to be removed quickly to avoid permanently staining the pa

How to Use Aromatherapy for Musty Pet House Odors

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The practice of aromatherapy uses fragrant essential oils for many applications, including healing, calming, cleaning and disinfecting. Aromatherapy is beneficial for humans, but it may also be used for pets, especially for pet odors in the home. Essential oils, when used improperly, are quite toxic

How to Clean a Rough Textured Concrete Floor

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Concrete is a type of flooring that is made up primarily of cement. Concrete is commonly used as a a floor for driveways, patios and garages. However, concrete can also be used as flooring inside of homes, usually stained, stamped or sealed to add a unique element. Concrete can either be smooth or t

How to Dispose of Dry Cleaning Chemicals

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Dry cleaning chemicals, such as perchloroethylene or carbon tetrachloride, are flammable chemicals and fatal in large doses. If you have these in your home or office, dispose of them immediately to limit your exposure. Do not throw these chemicals into a dumpster or incinerator, as grinding and burn

How to Refinish a Fireplace Mantle

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The fireplace is the warm and cozy centerpiece of your living room. With the wrong mantle, your fireplace can look cold and outdated. You don't have to be stuck with the mantle you currently have. Give your fireplace mantle a makeover and the whole room will suddenly become more inviting. Choose any

Cleaning the Glass Door on a Self-Cleaning Oven

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Self-cleaning ovens make oven cleaning quick and easy. With the push of button, your oven heats up to a temperature that it essentially cleans itself. Even if you have a self-cleaning oven, the glass door may require some extra cleaning. Food, grease and carbon build up on the glass oven door, and s

How to Bond EPDM to Steel

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Ethylene propylene diene monomer (EPDM) rubber bonds to materials, including steel, with specially designed adhesives. Grease, dirt and condensation reduce the ability of an adhesive to bond to either surface. Providing a clean surface for the adhesive to bond the EPDM rubber and the steel ensures t

How to Refresh Carpet

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Carpet is one of the most common flooring choices. It looks nice, helps keep the home warm and is an effective sound barrier. However, carpet is porous and collects dirt, making it look old and dingy. In order to keep your carpet fresh, it is important to keep up on its maintenance. Carpets get ding

How to Remove Sap Stains

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Common ways to get sap stains on your clothing occur when you are working in your yard and you brush against a sapping tree or the sap actually drips on you. Tree sap stains have two parts. The first is the actual sap which will harden and become difficult to remove if not loosened. The second is th

How to Remove Shower Floor Stains

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Since the shower is the area where you get yourself clean, some of the dirt which washes off can end up on the shower floor. If the dirt isn't washed away, it can end up staining the shower floor, which will lead to a floor that looks gray and grungy. If you notice your shower floor beginning to loo

How to Clean Condenser Coils

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Condenser coils are hollow tubes that channel refrigerant fluid into the air conditioning unit. Condenser coils are found in vehicles, homes and commercial buildings. Air conditioning units reach very hot temperatures due to the amount of energy being used to power the system. Dust and dirt can accu

How to Clean Cast Marble

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Incorrectly cleaning cast marble can leave a film on the marble or eat into it. Such cleaning can pit or pocket the marble or make it feel dry to the touch. Correctly cleaning cast marble protects against pitting or pocketing, and it will not feel dry or oily. Instead, the cast marble will retain it

How to Estimate Moving Expenses

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Moving from one location to another is a stressful time for most people. Regardless of whether you're taking over your next door neighbor's apartment or moving to Timbuktu, the stress is a major reason many people choose to hire a moving company. Before shelling out your hard-earned coins, take a mo