Relieving Burning from Chopping Hot Peppers
I just cut hot peppers with green peppers and forgot to put on my gloves. What is the best thing to use to relieve the burn on my hands?
I find it's easier to keep up on the housecleaning if I have a cleaning schedule. It's also easier for my 4 year old son because he is learning that each day we have different chores and he knows what is expected.
This is a guide about removing Sharpie from skin. Sharpies are great to have around for many reasons but it can be easy to get on yourself. Whether it was from a broken pen or a child got a hold of your Sharpie, it can tough to get Sharpie ink off of skin.
Removing Fly Paper Glue from House Siding
Don't ask how it got there, but I now have orange glue on the white siding of our house. Any suggestions will be appreciated.
How do I clean the outside of my Coach purse? It is off white and showing dirt quickly.
How do I get dried paint drips off of my bedroom door? I used latex paint.
Reducing Shocks from Static Electricity
I am always getting a shock from anything I touch, now it's getting worse and I so afraid to touch anything. I am just looking for a solution; if there is anything I can use to prevent or stop it, please advise?
This is a guide about cleaning picture frames. Picture frames are perfect dust catchers. Keeping them clean will allow you to show off your favorite pictures.
How would you clean a white/pink canvas Coach bag? It is brand new and supposed to be stain resistant, but now I have dark markings, most likely from rubbing on clothing, that are in the creases of the bag.
Household Uses for Borax and Washing Soda
Can I use borax for a slow draining sink? I am going to purchase a box today for laundry and household cleaning, also some washing soda. If anyone has more hints plus little known uses for these please share.
Cleaning an Enamel Grill Grate
This is a guide about cleaning enamel coated BBQ grill grates. When cleaning an enamel coated BBQ grill grate, you need to be careful to not damage the coating.
My friend said she wanted to color my black hair with a silver Sharpie. It's been in a day; I think I got one side of it out, but there is still some in. How do I remove it?
How can I clean up from a small gas spill in the garage?
This is a guide about cleaning a ceiling fan. With ceiling fans being up high and out of reach, we tend to neglect cleaning them regularly. When we do finally get around to it, the layer of dust can be quite thick.
This is a guide about cleaning oil paintings. Keeping artwork looking nice is important, since for many of us, it is a focal point in our home. However not all artwork can be cleaned in the same way.
Removing Bat Poop Stains from a Deck
We had bats roosting in the tree near our pool deck. The tree is now gone but the deck is stained with bat poop. Any ideas to remove it would be appreciated.
This is a guide about cleaning lampshades. Lampshades are often overlooked when doing routine cleaning which can cause them to look drab and dirty.
Getting Rid of Dog Odors in a Kennel
How do you get rid of excessive dog odor in a kennel? We have English bulldogs, and sometimes the dog odor is almost unbearable. It is not a urine or feces odor, but just the dog smell. Any help or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
I have a piece of old paper, that was written on 2 months ago with a black ballpoint pen. How can I remove this ink from the paper without removing the original quality of paper?
Removing Multiple Layers of Paint from Wood Work
How should I remove layers of old paint from wood before I repaint it?
Cleaning Products You Already Have
Cleaning products account for a substantial portion of each household's grocery budget. With laundry detergent topping the list as high as $15 per bottle, it isn't hard to see why. One could easily fill a cabinet or two with the bevy of cleaning products advertised on television.
My Frugal Life: Cleaning for Less
I have always been one of those people that cannot manage money, I would get it and spend it as fast as I could. Being a single mom with five kids and running a licensed day care at home, I learned a lot of things!
Keep Your Home Clean and Green: Reducing Dust
Although house dust is comprised of harmless particles of natural materials, it can also be contaminated by a wide variety of pollutants. Here are some tips for keeping your home as dust-free and healthy as possible.
How to Reduce Allergens in Your Home
One in four Americans suffers from allergies. Many allergies are caused by outdoor allergens such as pollen, but they easily find their way indoors and
cause health problems inside. Other common household allergens include mold, dust mites and pet dander.
