What Type of Gas Grill to Buy

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An estimated 70 percent of Americans own a gas grill, the quintessential backyard home appliance. If you're in the market for a new one, the dizzying array of options available can leave you confused. Don't get roasted during the buying process. Several general tips can help you choose the exact fea

Are Stainless Steel Fridges Hard to Keep Clean?

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Stainless steel appliances give your home an expensive and more modern look. If you're considering adding a stainless steel refrigerator to your home, keep in mind that this type of appliance requires cleaning and maintenance.

Spring Cleaning for a Wooden Porch & Railings

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Spring brings longer, warmer days to spend on the porch reading, eating or just relaxing and talking with family and neighbors. Treat your porch as an extended portion of your home's interior, adding some furniture, even if just a few pieces, plants and outdoor decor to make it homey. Clean the porc

How to Clean Mold in an Enclosure

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Mold is nasty and dangerous. If you clean it up yourself, do so with care. When assessing your mold problem, carefully consider whether you should call in a professional. If the affected area is not in an inaaccessible place, is fewer than 10 square feet, and it's not black mold, you can generally a

How to Pick a Kitchen Back Splash

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A kitchen backsplash serves the functional purpose of protecting walls from splatters of food or grease that result from frequent cooking. In addition, a backsplash can tie together the design elements in the kitchen to create a unified and stylish look. The key to creating the right look for your b

The Best Paint Remedies to Cover Bad Spots on the Wall

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When it comes to decorating, the term "bad spots on the wall" covers the proverbial "multitude of sins." You may face a number of problems when painting, ranging from general dirt and dust to cracks and stains. Dealing with these properly as part of your preparation is important work because this is

How to Get a Wet Erase Marker off of Skin

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As the name suggests, wet erase markers are intended to be removed using plain water. Like dry erase markers, wet erase markers are used in a variety of ways --- most commonly on wet erase boards and overhead transparencies in educational settings. Wet erase markers often behave like permanent marke

Removing Hard Water Stains From Ceramic Cooktop

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If you see a white, hazy residue on your ceramic cooktop, you may be looking at hard water stains. Hard water residue is the result of minerals in tap water. Magnesium and calcium are the two primary minerals responsible for contributing to this type of stain, which is often called "lime scale.

How to Prevent Black Mold on Drywall

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Black mold is an extremely toxic type of mold. It can cause serious health issues such as lung infections and respiratory bleeding, which can eventually lead to death in infants. Black mold can also cause serious symptoms such as nausea, chronic coughing, memory loss and asthma. Prevent this by maki

How to Shine a Bathroom Sink

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A shining bathroom makes everyone feel more comfortable because shiny also means clean and sanitary. Unfortunately, a bathroom sink can accumulate soap residue, stains and tiny scratches that dull its surface, no matter how many times you clean it. Happily, it's easier than it seems to salvage a dul

Cleaners for Glass & Wood

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Dusting and polishing wood furniture, wiping down mirrors, cleaning glass surfaces and cleaning windows are all part of a regular housekeeping routine. For many house cleaners, this also means turning to harsh, chemical-filled household cleaners. Fortunately, many effective cleaning products can be

How to Clean Moldy Bath Toys

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Mold grows in bathtub toys when they don't dry properly before storage. Water gathers inside the toy. When the toy is stored in a dark, humid area, like a bathroom cabinet or basket, mold grows. The mold can make people sick, especially if ingested. Bleach kills the mold and disinfects the toy. If t

How to Remove Coffee Stains From Glass

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Cleaning your glass coffee pitchers and mugs from the unsightly brown stains of coffee will help enhance the true beauty of your furnishings. By regular treatment, you will keep your items looking new and bright without ever needing to purchase a new dish due to a stain. Coffee stains may be dark or

Artificial Rock Making Techniques

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Landscaping takes something that appears in nature and mimics it in one's garden. This is often achieved by planting trees and smoothing the earth. Some yards have equipment, and some look boring even with shapely curves and new trees. Accent your lawn with rocks to either cover up things like trans

Advantages and Disadvantages of Enamel Paint Applications

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Enamel paint is widely admired because of its hard, glossy finish. It's commonly used for interior and exterior painting. Most enamel paint options are oil-based or water-based.

How to Use HO2 to Kill Mold

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Hydrogen and oxygen are the components of H2O, or water. Straight water can kill mold but it needs to be at least 140 degrees Fahrenheit. Steam cleaners work well for this. You can use a steam cleaner designed for carpet or a steam cleaner with a pointed nozzle that aims steam directly onto mold. On

How to Remove Clothing Stains

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Drips, drops, smudges and smears -- no matter what the stain du jour, quick action can keep it from becoming a permanent blemish on your wardrobe. With the exception of delicate fabrics such as leather and silk, this means rinsing or blotting the excess, then laundering as usual. No sink or towel ha

How to Remove Pomegranate Juice

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Although pomegranates have recently become more popular, they're not without their flaws. The dark red juice they produce, while rich in antioxidants and tart flavor, poses a stain hazard for clothing, carpeting and other upholstered surfaces around your home. Pomegranate stains are not necessarily

How Do You Measure pH in Citrus Fruits?

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All citrus fruits are high in acid. Certain fruits are so acidic that some people have difficulty drinking orange juice or lemonade because it causes heartburn. Not all citrus fruits have the same amount of acid. Some are mild and sweet while others are tart and acidic. To find out just how acidic y

Corer Slicer Instructions

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It's never been easier to enjoy a sliced apple. An apple corer slicer is an essential kitchen tool for any apple lover. This simple tool begins with a whole apple, and in one simple motion slices it and removes the core. Using an apple corer slicer is much safer than cutting an apple the traditional