When you started using the fireplace again this year, have you been bothered by a lingering scent of wet ashes? If so, there are a few things you can do to get rid of the foul smell. First, make sure …
How to clean wooden blinds
Wooden blinds can be a total pain to clean, not to mention that they can take quite a bit of time to clean. There are a few different ways to tackle the blind cleaning job. Using a sponge is the …
Remove nicotine smoke build-up stains from mirrors and glass
Removing nicotine smoke build-up from mirrors Sometimes mirrors in households with heavy smokers turn a yellowish dingy color because of the amount of nicotine smoke in the air. And unfortunately, …
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Recycle ideas for plastic grocery & shopping bags
Sometimes, whether we like to or not, we end up accumulating plastic bags, whether from grocery shopping or just regular shopping while out and about. While many people make an effort to use re-usable …
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How to remove Vaseline from hair
Whether your kids got into the Vaseline when you weren't looking or you thought it would make a great substitute for hair gel, getting Vaseline out of hair is a long, tedious process. This is because …
How to remove white heat marks from table tops
If you have placed a hot object such as a baking dish or casserole directly on a wooden surface such as a dining room table or a sideboard, the table isn't necessarily destroyed permanently. You can …
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How to remove water rings & marks from tables
If you have ever left a cold drink on a wooden table, you know that sometimes it can leave a water ring mark on the spot. This is especially annoying if a guest didn't use available coasters and …
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How to refill Swiffer Wetjet bottles
If you find it expensive to purchase the "official" Swiffer Wetjet cleaning solution, you can make your own or purchase more economical floor cleaning solution and refill the bottles. There are two …
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How to easily store wrapping paper rolls without ripping
How often do you go to grab a half-used roll of wrapping paper only to discover that it has started to unwind from the roll and the ends and edges of the paper have become all dog-eared. So if you …
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Saving money on dish soap
Surprisingly, there is a very easy and effective way to save money on dish soap by losing less to waste, and using less for dishes. And it is quite inexpensive or even free to start doing! Purchase a …
Removing mildew stains from windows
Don't you hate seeing that awful black mess caused by mildew stains around windows? Unfortunately, it is a really tough area to clean well, without leaving any mildew behind. Here is how. Use bleach …
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How to clean mattress stains
There are several steps involved for cleaning a mattress. First, you need to clean the spot. Ideally, you should do this as soon as possible, do not wait to clean it. The longer you wait, the more it …