How to Remove Odors From Ice Cube Trays

Other - Home & Garden 3/6/2024 1:40:00 PM 3/6/2024 1:40:00 PM

3/6/2024 1:40:00 PM 3/6/2024 1:40:00 PM 5 5

Plastic, being the porous material that it is, can easily pick up and retain odors. When ice cube trays pick up odors it can make your ice cubes smell unpleasant. When ice cubes don’t smell good it can ruin whatever it is you’re drinking as the smell emanates from your glass. For the sak

Changing Color of Suede

Other - Home & Garden 3/6/2024 1:40:00 PM 3/6/2024 1:40:00 PM

3/6/2024 1:40:00 PM 3/6/2024 1:40:00 PM 5 5

There is nothing quite like the comfort and style of suede. Fuzzy, warm and durable, many items, including coats, shoes and furniture, look beautiful when made of suede. An animal hide product, suede is the underside of leather buffed smooth. With time and use, however, it can appear somewhat dull a

How to Get Gum Out of Your Rug

Other - Home & Garden 3/6/2024 1:40:00 PM 3/6/2024 1:40:00 PM

3/6/2024 1:40:00 PM 3/6/2024 1:40:00 PM 7 7

At some point in every homeowner's life, the dreaded piece of chewing gum finds its way onto the rug. Gooey gum can wreak havoc on carpet fibers. Getting gum out of your rug can seem impossible. You don't have to cut and remove a section of the rug, though, to get the gum out. Learn how to get gum o

How to Make Homemade Air Deodorizer

Other - Home & Garden 3/6/2024 1:40:00 PM 3/6/2024 1:40:00 PM

3/6/2024 1:40:00 PM 3/6/2024 1:40:00 PM 5 5

Store bought air fresheners can be effective, but there is a less expensive way to deodorize your home. Get out those stale smells when you have the windows closed all winter, as a part of spring cleaning or any time of the year.

How to Refresh a Permanent Marker

Other - Home & Garden 3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM 3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM

3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM 3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM 5 5

Permanent markers are usually thrown in the garbage long before they are unusable. While ink reserves often still reside protected inside of the marker, the tip, due to improper storage or excessive use, can dry out. The tip acts like a wick for the ink, but if it is too dry or too wet it cannot pro

Tiny Bugs Infesting a House (with Pictures)

Other - Home & Garden 3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM 3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM

3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM 3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM 5 5

Tiny bugs that infest your home fall into different categories. Small beetles, mites and psocids infest various foods. Whiteflies, thrips and gnats infest plants, and some tiny bugs, like the springtail, are drawn to moisture. Closely observing what the bugs are doing will help you to identify them.

How to Clean Upholstery

Other - Home & Garden 3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM 3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM

3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM 3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM 6 6

Whether you spilled a drink on your car seat upholstery, or noticed an odd stain on your favorite chair, cleaning upholstery is easy if you follow these steps. Use this method to spot clean a stain or to clean a larger area, such as a chair cushion.

How to Remove Rust & Tarnish from Sterling Silver

Other - Home & Garden 3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM 3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM

3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM 3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM 3 3

Sterling silver is a popular material for various items including jewelry, silverware and blades. As sterling silver ages it is not uncommon for it to develop rust or tarnish. Rust will occur when excessive moisture on the silver oxidizes. Tarnish is a reaction that occurs when silver encounters sul

Video: Repel Water & Spills With Wax Paper

Other - Home & Garden 3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM 3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM

3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM 3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM 4 4

Video Transcript Did you know part of cleaning is preventative maintenance? And this little piece of wax paper is going to help you keep your kitchen cabinets clean and safe. What happens especially near the kitchen sink, is that the wood on the top of the cabinets gets damaged by...

How to Remove Effervescent Stains From Bricks

Other - Home & Garden 3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM 3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM

3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM 3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM 6 6

Effervescent salt stains, otherwise know as efflorescence, can accumulate on brick when excessive moisture from rain or snow is absorbed. This absorbed moisture pulls natural salts from the brick and as the moisture dries this can result in unattractive white stains. Effervescent stains do not signa

How to Clean Algae Off a Birdbath

Other - Home & Garden 3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM 3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM

3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM 3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM 4 4

For bird enthusiasts or those who just enjoy nature, a birdbath can be the perfect addition to a garden or lawn. Not only is it a decorative addition to one's garden décor, but it attracts birds of all different varieties from far and wide. One constant battle for those who keep birdbaths is al

How to Clean a 55-Gallon Barrel

Other - Home & Garden 3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM 3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM

3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM 3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM 4 4

Clean out a 55-gallon barrel in between uses. Not only does regular cleaning keep the barrel clean, but also it prevents cross-contamination of the items inside. Baking soda removes stains and odors from the surface. It's abrasive texture helps scrub off dirt. Vinegar kills the germs in the barrel,

How to Get Rid of Household Gnats

Other - Home & Garden 3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM 3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM

3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM 3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM 6 6

Gnats are an irritating and common household problem. Though adult gnats only live for a week on average, hundreds of eggs can be laid during this time. Pesticides and items such as Tat Flypaper and foggers are commonly used to eliminate this problem but can be harsh on your skin, as well as dangero

How to Polish Copper

Other - Home & Garden 3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM 3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM

3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM 3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM 3 3

Copper is a beautiful metal, whether it is in the form of a plant pot, decorative art or cookware. Copper that is not polished regularly will darken and take on a greenish hue as oxidization sets in. If you prefer the copper to have the beautiful orangey shine, then you will need to clean and polish

How to Repair Broken Ceramic

Other - Home & Garden 3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM 3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM

3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM 3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM 5 5

Nearly everyone has experience with broken pottery. Most large breaks can be fixed. If the piece shatters, you may end up with chips missing once the project is finished. However, if the piece is in several large pieces you can glue it back together with relatively little evidence of it's having bee

How to Clean a Mirror

Other - Home & Garden 3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM 3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM

3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM 3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM 6 6

Mirrors can be frustrating to clean. Many times after cleaning, the mirror will still have streaks, specks, dirt or a fog of cleaning chemicals left on it. There are several different cleaning strategies that can leave a mirror streak-free and looking sparkling until the next cleaning.

How to Clean Glass Bottles

Other - Home & Garden 3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM 3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM

3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM 3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM 6 6

When bottling food products such as wine, beer or infused oil, it is important to make sure that no bacteria makes it into the bottle to avoid getting sick. If the bottles are old and oxidized, most people would discard them rather than clean them. This is because the oxidation process removes miner

Gas Fireplace Glass Cleaning

Other - Home & Garden 3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM 3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM

3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM 3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM 5 5

Your gas fireplace provides warmth and comfort in the cold winter months. After several uses, however, the glass doors on your fireplace may become dirty from soot and other debris. Cleaning the glass doors on your gas fireplace can be done quickly with a few different methods. The doors will be cle

How to Bleach Your White Clothes

Other - Home & Garden 3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM 3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM

3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM 3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM 5 5

When white clothes are brand new they look sharp and crisp, but over time they can become yellowed and dingy. You can add chlorine bleach to your washing machine to brighten whites that have become dull. However, bleach can damage the fiber of your clothing if you do not use it properly. Knowing how

How to Clean With Carbonated Water

Other - Home & Garden 3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM 3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM

3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM 3/7/2024 1:42:00 PM 5 5

Carbonated water is a refreshing beverage, but it is also useful as an inexpensive, natural cleaning agent, according to Green America. This versatile product can be used on a variety of surfaces throughout your home, and eliminates the need for harsh chemicals. It is easy to clean with carbonated w