This is a guide about sanitizing your toothbrush. Your clean looking toothbrush is secretly harboring viruses and bacteria. There are ways you can eliminate most of these microscopic contaminants.
Removing Permanent Marker from a Whiteboard
How can I remove permanent black marker from a whiteboard?
Refurbishing a Once White Christmas Tree
My aunt bought an artificial tree that was at one time "white". Now I guess from age, or exposure to the sun it has turned a dismal cream color.The tree is wired with lights so it is not an option to just douse it in a bleach/soap solution. Please help!
Making Cleaning Ashtrays Easier
My husband smokes and the ashtrays are not fun to clean. A long time ago I heard that if you lightly spray a clean ashtray with furniture polish and allow to dry, it will make the surface of the glass or ceramic slippery and it will be a cinch to clean.
This is a guide about cleaning eyeglasses. Anyone with eyeglasses knows that they can require constant cleaning. Proper cleaning will ensure that your lenses are smudge-free.
Cleaning an Artificial Christmas Tree
This is a guide about cleaning an artificial Christmas tree. Many families use an artificial tree to safe money or because they believe it is better for the environment. Because these trees can be used year after year they will need to be cleaned periodically to retain their fresh appearance.
Cleaning Up Whiskers After Shaving
My DH, per my request, attempts to clean up his daily whiskers following his morning shave. However, as we all know, facial hair is very difficult to clean up as it sticks to everything. What looks like a "sufficient" job to him doesn't come close to my personal standards.
This is a guide about cleaning a clarinet. Cleaning your clarinet is an important part of maintaining your instrument. Keeping it clean will extend it's life and ensure a good sound when you play it.
This is a guide about cleaning a saxophone. Keeping your sax clean will preserve the exterior finish and help retain its wonderful tone. There are several simple steps you can take to clean your saxophone.
Use WD-40 to clean gunk off of scissors. It is also great for removing label gunk.
Removing Permanent Ink (Sharpie) from a CD or DVD
This is a guide about removing Sharpie from a CD or DVD. Removing permanent ink from a CD or DVD can be difficult. When removing the ink you need to be careful to not damage the disc.
This is a guide about cleaning a tuba. Cleaning your tuba will keep it looking and sounding its best. It is also important to clean it regularly to remove germs.
I was given a horn (trombone) and it has set in an old vacant house in the south in its case for 8 years, with no care. How do I clean this safely?
Removing Gunk from Scissors Blades
After using my heavy shears to cut duct tape, the blades were all sticky with the glue. It suddenly occurred to me that hand sanitizer gel might just cut through the crud if rubbed with a paper towel or old washcloth.
Lighter Fluid for Sticky Stuff Removal
Lighter fluid for cigarette lighters (Ronsonal, Zippo, or store brand) is wonderful for removing sticky stickers or labels. It even works on fabric! Just a little bit will dissolve the messy sticky residue.
Cleaning a Sticky Portable DVD Case
I have a cover for a portable DVD player that is either rubber or vinyl. It has become sticky. How do I clean this sticky surface without more of the same happening? The DVD player was in a closet of a motor home for a few years before it was even taken from the box.
Remove Adhesive Tape Residue with Baby Oil
I had some surgery on a toe and had to use a latex free bandage to wrap it. When I removed the band-aid, I got some of the residue on my thumbnail. I decided to try a drop of baby oil and it came right off.
Can you bleach newspaper?
We can get a little extra use from aluminum foil before we discard it by wadding it up to make a scouring pad. This will even work to polish steel sinks and aluminum ware.
Removing Adhesive Labels from Glass Jars
I paint glass jars and find at times the labels are nearly impossible to remove without using chemicals. I found a much easier way and it's far less frustrating.
Using Bleach to Clean the Outside of the House
I bought a bottle of "outdoor bleach" that is hooked to the water hose. It did OK in some places, but others still have mildew. I wondered if I could fill the bottle back up with regular household bleach and use it the same way.
Easy Votive Candle Wax Clean Up
If you're going to put a candle in a glass holder, put a few drops of water down into the glass before you burn it. When the candle melts it won't stick to the glass, and will be easy to remove.
This is a guide about cleaning hairbrushes. Hair products, hair, and skin oil can build up in your hair brush. Periodic cleaning will help your brush last longer.
This is a guide about cleaning a flat iron. Many people use flat irons to straighten their hair. Hair products and oils can build up on the flat iron plates, so it is important to periodically clean them.
This is a guide about cleaning concrete. Concrete patios, sidewalks and driveways can often be restored to like new with a pressure wash or other cleaning technique.
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How To Remove Tree Sap From Just About Anything
Spring and late summer are the prime seasons for sticky, gooey, tree sap. The stuff seems to ooze onto everything with ease. Getting it off , however, can be a whole different matter. Here are some sure fire methods for removing tree sap from just about anything.
Homemade Duster for Collections
I have so many collections that need to be dusted and I am constantly misplacing my cloth. I came up with the idea to remove the long strap from a cell phone holder (or you could use a purse strap). . .
