How to Unshrink Shrunken Clothes
There is no guarantee to be able to unshrink cloth that have already been shrunk. Here are some suggestions that may work.
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How to Clean a Transparency
Transparencies are helpful for school, business and other events. You can write on them to illustrate a point during a training or presentation. Unfortunately, they often get smudged and need to be cleaned. Cleaning a transparency is sometimes difficult and time-consuming without the right tools. Wh
How To Get Bubble Gum Off Clothing
If you’ve gone into a dark movie theater and sat down -- only to find out after the movie that you sat on a piece of chewing gum that's now stuck to your pants -- or if your little one has parked his gum on your best blouse, just chill. The gum will come out.
How to Clean a Ceiling Fan to Not Attract Dust
Ceiling fans collect dust, especially when they are not in use. The fans then spread this dust as the blades turn, scattering tiny dust particles around the area and undoing whatever furniture dusting you may have already done. No matter what material the ceiling fan blades are made of---plastic, wo
How to Remove Mascara Stains
When your mascara doesn't stay on your eyes, but instead finds its way to your favorite shirt, pillowcase or sheets, there is a solution. Get those pesky mascara stains out using a few simple solutions to pre-treat the stain. Even if it's already washed in, the mascara stain can still be removed.
How to Store Hair Accessories
Left on counters, rolling around in dresser drawers and hiding in the bottom of purses -- hair clips, ponytail holders, barrettes and bobby pins can easily get lost. These tiny accessories may be used just once before you lose track of them, so you buy replacements and the cycle starts again. But yo
How to Freshen a Cool Mist Humidifier
Cool-mist humidifiers are very popular, especially in the dry winter months. Humidifiers need more cleaning than just replenishing the water supply to have a fresh, cool mist blow into your home. Use the following tips to learn how to freshen your cool-mist humidifier, so that you can smell and sens
How to Wash Cotton Sheets
Nothing feels as good or as welcoming on your bed as pure cotton sheets. Crisp, smooth and soft all at the same time, cotton sheets wick away moisture, especially in humid summers, but also in the winter, leaving both bedding and you feeling fresh in the morning. Many are deterred from buying pure c
How to Fold Towels Into Shapes
It is a treat to walk into a hotel room and see the towels folded into animals or other shapes. Some of the most popular animals are stingrays, teddy bears, monkeys or an elephant. But this is not something only hotels do; you can learn to do it yourself with a little practice. Place these folded to
Types of Cotton Sheets
Sheets play an important factor in the quality of a good night's sleep. Sheets that are scratchy, stiff and rough may make it difficult to fall asleep. This issue can be resolved by understanding the different types of cotton that are used in making sheets.
How to Wash New Towels With Vinegar
New towels in the bathroom or kitchen add to the functionality and appearance of the room. When you dry off with a new towel you often end up with lint all over yourself. Washing brand new towels helps prevent lint transfer and also prevents color bleeding while softening and freshening your towels.
What is Denatured Alcohol Used for?
Denatured alcohol is a mild solvent that serves a multitude of different purposes. It is a fast-evaporating substance and a toxic ethanol. It cannot be consumed by humans. The term "denature" means to eliminate a property out of the alcohol that renders it undrinkable. However, it does not mean that
How to Remove White Marks From Wood Finish
Fine wood furniture is a pleasure to have in the home but it needs gentle care to keep it looking its best. The family home is especially hard on wood furniture. All it takes is one sweating glass and there will be water damage on the wood. The white marks that appear on finished wood are the result
Video: How to Naturally Kill Gnats & Bugs on House Plants
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Hi, this is Silas Hoover with South Florida Pest Control with a tip for you on how to keep gnats and bugs off of your houseplants. I'm going to use my favorite house remedy, which is concoction of mouth antiseptic, vinegar, and some diluted water. Spray the leaves of...
How to Remove Stains From Hardwood Floors
Oil and shellac finishes aren't as common on hardwood floors as they used to be, and the polyurethane coating that you find on most contemporary floors is highly stain-resistant -- but it isn't completely impervious to fluids. Most spills won't cause permanent stains if you get to them quickly, but
Why Are Phosphates in Detergent So Dangerous?
A large number of household detergents and cleaning agents contain components called phosphates, which have been known to cause environmental hazards. The most controversial uses involve dish-washing and laundry detergents, and some states have imposed restrictions or bans on their use.
How to Make Smokeless Lamp Oil
Catalytic fragrance lamps not only destroy odors and kill bacteria, they effuse the air with pleasant scents. Manufacturers price these lamps reasonably, but the smokeless oil is expensive. You can make your own smokeless lamp oil with a few ingredients for much less than purchasing oil. Purchased o
How to Simplify Housework With Weekly Routines
If you often feel overwhelmed and defeated just trying to keep up with the housework, you're not alone. Many people just don't know where to begin, what to do or how to do it and they wind up throwing in the towel before they even begin. All you really need is to establish a few weekly routines to h
How to Get Dye Stains Off Wood
The natural chemical properties of vinegar effectively banish dye stains from your wood floors and furniture. Vinegar has the stain removal power of bleach, but lacks the toxic and bleaching capabilities, which makes it perfect for removing stubborn stains. But if you have deeper stains, you can tur
How to Kill Algae in a Water Cooler
Algae are green or brown plants that grow around water. Algae grow in water coolers that have been left alone, usually in the heat for too long. Algae can be removed easily with bleach, which is fatal to algae. Humans should not drink or eat algae as that can cause illness. A rough scrub brush force