How to Treat & Kill Mold

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There are many different types -- and colors -- of mold. Attention is often focused on black mold because there is one variety that produces mycotoxins, a poisonous type of fungus. Like most brown, green, white and yellow mold, some black molds are non toxic. Nonetheless, most people do not want the

How to Remove the Car Smell in a Garage

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Many garages today are attached to the home, as opposed to the detached garages of yesterday. Garages are often used to store flammable solvents, cleaners, tools and paints. Keeping your garage clean not only prevents unpleasant odors, but minimizes the risk of harmful chemicals entering your home.

How to Polish a Wood Table

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Knowing how to polish your wood table, whether you acquired it from a flea market or purchased a brand new table, will help you maintain its beauty for years to come. You can use wax and/or furniture polish on your wood table. Waxing works better than polishes to shine old wood tables or wood tables

How to Clean a Fabric Shower Curtain

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Bathrooms are often breeding grounds for mold and mildew due to the warm and damp environment. Keep a watchful eye out for mildew so you can remove it when it begins, because mildew can create a toxic environment. Even fabric shower curtains can develop unsightly mildew on the surface of the fabric

How to Clean Lice From Leather Seats

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When someone in your home gets head lice, it is not only important to treat the affected individual but also their surroundings. You must treat any bedding, upholstered furniture or even leather car seats or lice hiding on the surface of these items could lead to re-infection. While cleaning your le

How to Clean AC Coils in an Outside Unit

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Air conditioning requires a free flow of air through the coils for adequate and efficient cooling. Over time, dirt, leaves and plant matter can clog the unit. This reduces the AC unit's cooling ability, causing it to run longer and leading to increased energy bills. If you notice your AC doesn't coo

Instructions for the Libman Mop

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Libman offers a Freedom spray mop which cleans hard floor surfaces a bit differently than your traditional cleaning mop. The mop is safe for practically any hard floor surface: wood, laminate, stone, tile, vinyl, linoleum and even marble flooring. The unit is user-friendly and requires no batteries

How to Remove Mold and Mildew From Bedrooms

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Mold and mildew are not only ugly, they can be a health hazard. When breathed in, the spores can cause chronic cough, nasal decongestant and sinus headaches. Severe sufferers can have difficulty breathing, resulting in a life threatening condition. Mold in the bedroom is especially hazardous because

How to Use Scrubbing Bubbles

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With your busy schedule, why would you want to spend all day cleaning the bathroom? Soap scum and grime are a constant issue in most bathrooms, but Scrubbing Bubbles brand bathroom cleaner makes the job less time-consuming than traditional bathroom cleaners do. With several varieties of products spe

How to Use Dawn Soap as a Bug Spray

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Indoor and outdoor plants are susceptible to several insects, including aphids, spider mites and mealy bugs. Dawn dish soap, which is used worldwide to clean wildlife and birds after oil spills, is also a safe, effective way to repel insects from your houseplants. Mix the dish soap with other ingred

How do I Remove a Steel Shed?

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Steel sheds can start to show their wear and tear over the years and lose their usefulness. Homeowners do not have to live with an eyesore on their property. Removing a steel shed will give you a chance to either plant over its location or build another shed that can better suit your needs. While yo

How to Use Vice Grips

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How to Remove Water Spots on Stainless Steel Silverware

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Stainless steel is a common metal used in kitchen appliances and silverware. Its hygienic surface is great for food preparation and is easy to clean. Stainless steel is very durable and won't chip or easily rust. However, water spots may form if water sits on the stainless steel too long without bei

What Neutralizes Smells in a Fridge?

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While the refrigerator rarely needs much in the way of attention, strongly scented foods, such as onions, garlic, cheese and fish, can fill the fridge with odoriferous aromas that linger long after the offensive materials have been removed. Neutralize the odors with alkaline products, overwhelm the

How to Clean Untreated Limestone

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Distinguished by its versatility and natural ambiance, limestone is a sedimentary rock indigenous to caves and sea beds around the world. Limestone's durability makes it ideal for floor tiles, patios, driveways and other residential applications. Although dense, limestone is generally porous unless

How to Get Rid of a Smell in a Sewer Drain in a Basement

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Sewers can create awful smells inside and outside your home. Often, a sewage smell is an indication that your pipes have cracks or holes in them and that the sewage or the sewage gas is leaking out. This gas can be toxic or flammable. Because of the danger associated with leaks, always consult a pro

How to Clean & Stain Wicker

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Since wicker furniture tends to be used for the patio or the backyard, it can get pretty dirty. Luckily, it is fairly easy to clean. Once you clean your wicker furniture, you will want to stain it if it's not already treated. That way, it is more resistant to water and other weather damage. Do this

Central Air Conditioner Fan Keeps Running

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Central air conditioners can turn muggy days and nights into a cool breeze everyone can appreciate. However, if the fan keeps running even when you're not using your unit, inspecting certain components is sometimes necessary. The fan blows the cool breeze through the vents, so maintaining it ensures

Do Houseplants Help with Pet Dander?

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When looking for a way to reduce the amount of a pet dander in your home, you may turn to products sold through infomercials that promise to stop pets from shedding. You might also hear that houseplants can help. Unfortunately, in this case, you are better off going with the infomercial option.

How to Repair and Clean Hardwood Floors

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For some, a hardwood floor is easier to maintain and better looking than carpet, but with the amount of dirt that gets tracked in from outside, you eventually have to clean and maintain the wood flooring to reduce the appearance of scratches. With simple upkeep, your hardwood floors will keep their