How to Clean American Drew Furniture

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American Drew furniture company carries a wide variety of decor for nearly any room of the home. From dining sets to bed frames, the furniture is high-quality and similarly designed using elegant wood components. Cleaning the American Drew furniture is necessary to keep the furniture pieces looking

How to Remove Tub Anti-Slip Tape

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Anti-slip tape in the bottom of your tub or shower helps prevent falls due to slippery soap film on the tub surface. Tub anti-slip tape comes in many designs and colors. When changing the look of your bathroom, it is often necessary to replace the anti-slip tape to match. Removing tub anti-slip tape

Instructions for Building an Inexpensive Garden Cistern

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Cisterns are basically just very large rain barrels. They can be above or below ground, and provide a free, plentiful source of water for your gardens. They can also solve drainage problems if your downspouts create marshy areas in your yard. Simply direct the downspout into the cistern instead. Whi

How to Buy and Choose Iron Entry Gates

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Iron entry gates are strong and sturdy, and can be designed to match almost any decor. If you need an iron gate, the quickest route is to buy one that is ready-made and just needs to be installed. If you do not find a gate that meets all your needs, however, you may opt to design your own iron entr

How to Determine if You Have Black Mold in Your Basement

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Also known as Strachybotrys atra, black mold is a type of fungus that thrives in damp or humid areas that receive little sunlight. A basement can be an ideal place for black mold to form, especially if there has been a plumbing leak, or water has seeped in through the walls or floor. It is importan

How to Clean Tile Floors Thoroughly

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Keeping tile floors clean is not a difficult task, but removing dirt and discoloration from the grout in between those tiles can be challenging. Harsh chemicals may damage your tile flooring, but it it necessary to use a method powerful enough to loosen tough stains. There are some non-caustic clean

How to Clean Minerals From Toilet Bowls

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Hard water contains minerals such as calcium, iron and magnesium. These can stain toilet bowls and many other surfaces. The minerals attach to the area and form a hard scale that causes the stains. They are stubborn to remove and make your bathroom seem unsanitary. You can remove these unsightly sta

Natural Insect Repellents for Animals

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A variety of natural repellents can help keep your pet free of many bugs, including fleas and mosquitoes.Vicky Kasala Productions/Photodisc/Getty ImagesAnimals are susceptible to attracting a variety of bugs, including fleas, ticks and mosquitoes. These critters can put your pet at risk...

How to Remove Bad Odors from the House

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Oh how odors can drive you nuts! Especially when having people over, there's nothing more embarrassing than having some bad odor stink up the house. Whether that comes from pets, kids, kitchens, basements, ect.

How to Put Wall Molding Around a One-Piece Tub & Shower

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The advantage of a one-piece shower and tub enclosure is the seamless surface. This protects the wall under the space from water seepage. Applying molding or trim to the enclosure covers the one open area to finalize the installation. For this surface, trim or molding kits supply waterproof and mild

How to Clean a Viking Grill

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The Viking Range Corporation expanded its success in the professional-grade appliance market to outdoor cooking elements. Viking added outdoor grills to its product line in 1997, featuring porcelain and stainless steel cooking surfaces. According to the manufacturer, "Any piece of equipment will las

How to Get a Musty Smell out of a Canvas Bag

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Musty smells are common with fabric items, especially when they are in contact with moist, damp conditions. Whether a liquid spills inside of the bag and leads to musty smell or if you had the bag stored in a damp basement, you want to remove the smell so you can use the bag again. There are several

How to Get a Smoke Smell Out of a Couch

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If you do not have a nonsmoking household, cigarette smoke can quickly take over an entire home. The smoke soaks into any absorbent fabric including the upholstery on your couch. No one wants to sit back and relax on a dirty or smelly couch, so deodorizing is important. You can quickly remove the sm

How to Remove Water Stains from Fabric Furniture

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Water is used to wash and clean almost every material, so it is ironic that water can leave stains on fabric. These dark stains on fabric furniture can be frustrating and embarrassing, especially if you don't know how to remove them. Fortunately, water stains can be removed from fabric furniture eas

How to Clean GE Refrigerator Coils

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Refrigerators are durable kitchen appliances that are designed to last for many years, if properly maintained. One aspect of cleaning that is often neglected is removing the dust and debris that collects on the coils of the refrigerator. Cleaning these coils is critical to ensuring that the refriger

How to Remove Stamper Ink

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Stamper ink can be tricky to remove because the ink is semi-permanent and will stain some materials if it is not cleaned right away. Remove ink stains with products you can find around your home to avoid having to purchase professional solutions that promise to lift ink stains. Always test the clean

How to Fix Cracks in a Leather Couch

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A leather couch is not just a versatile decorating choice for your home, it's a solid investment. However, while leather is durable, it's not indestructible. Owning a leather couch requires that you treat it responsibly and perform due maintenance and care regularly. For example, if you place a leat

How to Remove Mold From Bathroom Sheetrock

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Mold thrives in the humid and damp conditions of a bathroom, and can quickly infiltrate porous materials like Sheetrock. Because the pores in Sheetrock are impossible to completely clean and disinfect, you must cut out any areas containing mold and dispose of the waste material safely. In general, i

How to Get Head Oil Stains Out of Leather Furniture

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Leather furniture provides style and comfort to your home, but it may become soiled over time. Oils from your hair and body can leave unsightly stains on the furniture. If head oil stains are given time to soak into the leather, stain removal typically must be done by a professional. However, if you

How to Clean Products With Hydrochloric Acid

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One of the strongest commercially available cleaners today is hydrochloric acid (also referred to as muriatic acid). Hydrochloric acid is extremely powerful and is recommended as a cleaner of last resort. Additionally, the acid can cause serious burns, respiratory problems and blindness (if contact