Removing Old Contact Paper from Windows?Contact paper left for a long time on windows can be difficult to remove, as age and the sun can affect the adhesive. This is a page about removing old contact paper from windows.
Cleaning Lotion Stains on Leather Couch?This is a page about cleaning stains on leather couch. Moisturizers and other lotions may be good for your skin, but they can leave stains on your leather furniture.
Cleaning a Freezer After a Power OutageThis is a page about cleaning a freezer after a power outage. A power outage can leave your freezer full of spoiled food. It is important to clean out the freezer and remove any odors before putting new food in it.
Cleaning Diesel Fuel on Concrete?This is a page about cleaning diesel fuel on concrete. Diesel fuel spills on concrete are common in garages, workshops, and driveways.
Cleaning Mobile Home WindowsThis is a page about cleaning mobile home windows. Having clean windows inside and out on your home is wonderful, although it is not always easy to remove screens and reach all parts of the glass.
Removing Odors From a SuitcaseSuitcases spend a lot of time stored away until they are needed for your next trip. Sometimes the storage conditions are perfect for the growth mold, mildew, and bacteria. This is a page about removing odors from a suitcase.
Can Mold Grow Under Laminate Flooring on a Concrete Foundation?If moisture gets between your laminate floors and the concrete underneath, it can be easy for mold to grow. This is a page about can mold grow under laminate flooring on a concrete foundation?.
Homemade Wringer for Hand Washing Clothes?This is a page about homemade wringer for hand washing clothes. Making your own wringer for your hand washing can help speed up the drying time.
Washing Walls and CeilingsThis is a page about washing walls and ceilings. An important, if not fun part, of home maintenance is washing the walls and ceilings on occasion.
Magic Eraser Left Marks?This page is about what to do if a Magic Eraser left marks. These erasers can be helpful to remove a variety of things, but can damage some surfaces.
Removing Food Stains from TableclothsThis is a page about removing food stains from tablecloths. Tablecloths do a good job of protecting a dining table. However, in the process they often get covered with food stains.
Removing Toilet Bowl StainsWhatever kind of stains you may have in your porcelain toilet bowl, they can be difficult to remove. This page is about removing toilet bowl stains.
Dishwashing Detergent That Won't Etch Glass?Harsh diswashing detergent can etch clear glassware over time, making it looks scratched or milky in appearance. It's easy to prevent this by buying the correct product that will gently wash away food and grime and leave your glass clean and clear.
Making Septic Safe Laundry DetergentCertain cleaning products are not recommended if you are on a septic system. This is a page about making septic safe laundry detergent.
Cleaning a Textured (Popcorn) CeilingWhen cleaning a popcorn ceiling, it is important to determine what the texture is composed of. This page is about cleaning a textured (popcorn) ceiling.
Removing Fabric Dye from a Leather Couch?This is a page about removing fabric dye from a leather couch. Unfortunately sometimes fabric dye from throw pillows and other items can transfer to your leather couch.
Removing Stains from a Satin Dress?This is a page about removing stains from a satin dress. Removing stains on satin dresses can be tricky.
Removing Rotten Food Odors From a CarThis page is about removing rotten food odors from a car. If some food gets forgotten or spilled in a car, it can leave behind a disgusting smell.
Removing Smoke Odor from Artificial Plants?This is a page about removing smoke odor from artificial plants. Smoke from a house fire or cigarettes can leave an odor on your artificial plants.
Removing Red Clay Stains on Clothing?This is a page about removing red clay stains on clothing. Typically this clay contains quite a bit of iron, making these dirt stains on clothes and shoes difficult to remove.
Other Uses for Liquid Dishwasher DetergentThis is a page about other uses for liquid dishwasher detergent. Many cleaners and soaps can be used for jobs other than those for which they were intended.
Cleaning Permanent Marker on a Vinyl FloorThis is a page about cleaning permanent marker on a vinyl floor. Despite its permanent nature, this type of marker can be removed from many surfaces using the right products and techniques.
Removing Band-Aids from Stuffed Animals?Kids can sometimes feel comforted by having a favorite stuffed animal get a Band-Aid in the same place as their injury. However, the Band-Aids can leave a sticky residue on the fur of the stuffed animal. This is a page about removing Band-Aids from stuffed animals.
Cleaning Cat Urine Smell on Hardwood...This is a page about cleaning cat urine smell on hardwood floors. When your cat has an accident, it can be a challenge to remove the smell of urine from hardwood flooring.
Removing Yellow Stains from a Juicer?How can I remove carrot stains from a juicer?
Cleaning Permanent Marker Off a Dry...Writing on a white board with a permanent marker is common mistake. The good news is that the permanent marker can be easily removed.
White Clothing Turned PinkThis is a page about white clothing turned pink. Clothing in the wash can pickup dye from other items and change color.
Line Drying Clothes InsideThis is a page about line drying clothes inside. You have made the decision to line dry your clothes whenever possible.
Removing Permanent Ink (Sharpie) from...This is a page about removing permanent ink from fabric. Permanent marker is called "permanent" for a reason. It's very difficult to remove. While difficult to remove, there are some things you can try.
Removing Stains on Vinyl and Linoleum FlooringVinyl and linoleum are both types of resilient flooring. Because they are very different in their composition, you will want to determine your flooring type before attempting to remove stains. This is a page about removing stains on vinyl or linoleum flooring.
Removing Labels from Plastic ContainersYou have a perfect reusable container if you can easily get that label off. This is a page about removing labels from plastic containers.
Yellow Bleach Stain on White Counter?I have a white laminate counter top in my kitchen. I used bleach and water to clean it and something happened. The spots on the counter turned brow. I can't get them out. Does anyone have any ideas?
Cleaning Dog Urine Odors from CarpetPet owners may find themselves needing to remove dog urine odors from their carpet. This is a page about cleaning dog urine odors from carpet.
Cleaning a Smelly Dishwasher?If your dishwasher has food particulatesleft over in it, that food can rot and begin to smell bad. This is a page about cleaning a smelly dishwasher.
Cleaning a Wood Toilet Seat?This is a page about cleaning a wood toilet seat. Cleaning a wooden toilet seat is not that much different than cleaning a plastic one, you will just want to make sure to use the proper cleaner.
Removing Gasoline and Diesel Fuel Odors From ClothingIf you have ever spilled fuel on your clothing, you know that the odor is sometimes difficult to remove. This is a page about cleaning fuel odors from clothing.
Removing Ink From PaperThis is a page about removing ink from paper. Once ink has been applied to paper, it can be a challenge to remove with no trace or without damaging the paper.
How to Remove Gum from FabricIt is bad enough when you step on a wad of gum and have it stick to your shoe. If it gets mashed onto some type of fabric other solutions are needed. This is a page about how to remove gum from fabric.
Cleaning Calcium Deposits Off a Fridge Water Dispenser?Hard water deposits can collect on your refrigerator's water dispenser. Saturating with vinegar might do the trick. This is a page about cleaning calcium deposits off a fridge water dispenser.
Cleaning Gasoline Smell From ClothingPumping gas or refilling a gas powered mower or tool are all opportunities for an accidental spill onto your clothes. This is a page about cleaning gasoline smell from clothing.
Use Lemon and Baking Soda for Cleaning Your MicrowaveMicrowaving a water filled container, to which lemon slices and some baking soda has been added, is an effective way to clean the oven's interior. This is a page about use lemon and baking soda for cleaning your microwave.
Removing Sticker Residue on LeatherThis is a page about removing sticker residue on leather. Keep the color and texture of your leather unchanged when cleaning sticker residue.
Removing Tomato Sauce Stains on ClothingThis is a page about removing tomato sauce stains on clothing. Don't panic when the tomato sauce drips on your clothing.
Cleaning Smelly DrainsThis is a page about cleaning smelly drains. Bacteria growing in your drain can produce odors that waft throughout the house.
Removing Mold and Mildew from Books?Books that have been in damp or humid storage or those that have suffered water damage may begin to grow mold and mildew. This page offers some suggestions for removing mold and mildew from books.
Removing Odors From a Down Comforter?This is a page about removing odors from a down comforter. Should your down comforter develop an odor, there are a few ways you might consider for cleaning it.
Cleaning Coffee Stain Off Plastic Carafe LidRemoving stubborn coffee stains on cups and carafes can be done in one of the several ways found in this page, including using denture tablets, baking soda, or lemon juice mixed with salt or sugar. This is a page about cleaning a coffee stain off of a plastic carafe lid.
Cleaning a Shower EnclosureThis is a page about cleaning a shower enclosure. Shower enclosures can easily get soap scum build up, mold, and grime. Cleaning the shower can take some elbow grease, but with proper techniques you can get your shower enclosure sparkling in no time.
Smell from New Leather Furniture?This is a page about smell from new leather furniture. Natural leather furniture does come with a "leather" smell. However, the processing of leather for furniture includes not only the tanning process, but may also involve applying other chemicals to provide stain resistance, for example.
Pepto Bismol Stain On Carpet?In a stomach-flu daze I've accidentally spilled Pepto Bismol on my carpet. I've tried hydrogen peroxide (as they recommend on the Pepto website), Folex, Resolve, soap and warm water. Nothing seems to be helping! Has anyone figured out how to get this stuff out?
How to Remove Odors in a Vacuum CleanerMany of the things that your vacuum picks up, such as pet hair, can result in persistent odors that are released whenever you turn it on. This is a page about how to remove odors in a vacuum cleaner.
Cleaning Grease Out of a Washer and Dryer?This is a page about cleaning grease out of a washer and dryer. Sometimes oil and grease is not completely removed from work clothing in the wash and can get smeared on the dryer drum.
Cleaning Pet Urine Stains and Odors from...Because of its composition, removing pet urine stains and odors from laminate flooring may seem daunting. This is a page about cleaning pet urine stains and odors from laminate flooring.
Removing Stains on UnderwearStubborn stains can be difficult to remove on t-shirts, bras, slips, panties and shorts. This is a page about removing stains on underwear.
Homemade Stain Remover Pen?This is a page about a homemade stain remover pen. The Tide to Go Instant Stain Remover is a convenient tool for treating fresh stains when away from home.
Glass Mirror Stain With Cat Pee?I have a mirrored wall in my house and my pet (male) has urinated on my mirrored wall on one side of it and therefore it has turned grayish-black. Does anyone have any solutions or a tip on how to make it a mirror again on the side he urinated on?
Thanks in advance,
Ladyrider from Houston
How to Remove Salt Stains From Suede BootsWhen the sidewalks are icy and salt gets put down, it's easy to get salt stains on suede boots. This is a page about cleaning salt stains from suede boots.
Cleaning Resin FurnitureResin furniture can be difficult to get entirely clean because it sits outside much of the time. This is a page about cleaning resin furniture.
Cleaning Pet Urine Odors on FloorsThe are several ways to remove pet urine odors from your tile, laminate, hardwood, and resilient floors. This is a page about cleaning pet urine odors on floors.
Bath Towels Have a Stinky Metallic Smell?Tracking down the cause of a stinky metallic smell in bath towels fresh from the wash can be a bit of a mystery. Possible causes can be your plumbing, water supply, or even the water heater. Persistence and a process of elimination my be required.
Sharpie on Porcelain?My 4 year old wrote on my porcelain toilet seat with a black sharpie marker and it won't come off with bleach or acetone, any more suggestions?
Removing Dry Erase Marker from a RefrigeratorWhether the marker got on the fridge due to a slip of the hand when writing on a whiteboard, or as the result of your little artist, it can be removed. This is a page about removing dry erase marker from a refrigerator.
Removing Super Glue from Wood Furniture?This is a page about removing Super Glue from wood furniture. If you have ever accidentally gotten Super Glue on your furniture while making a repair, you know that removing it safely can be difficult.
Cleaning Corelle DishesThis is a page about cleaning Corelle dishes. A durable glass dinnerware that is break and chip resistant, but can develop stubborn stains.
Removing Candle Wax on Leather FurnitureLearn how to remove melted candle wax from your leather furniture without damaging the leather. This is a page about removing candle wax on leather furniture.
Removing Cigarette Smell From Fur?Cigarette smoke causes odors in all manner of fabrics and fur is no exception. A professional would be the first choice for removing the smell but that can be expensive. Gentle deodorizing with coffee grounds, baking soda or other odor absorbing items are among home remedies but care must be taken to avoid damage.
Removing Rug Dye from Carpet?Rug dye can sometimes bleed from the rug onto the carpet. Dye stains are difficult to treat. This page is about removing rug dye from the carpet.
Removing Dried Paint from WallpaperThis is a page about removing dried paint from wallpaper. It is easy to accidentally get paint on your wallpaper when repainting the ceiling or trim.
Cleaning Glass Doors on a Wood Stove?This page is about cleaning glass doors on a wood stove. A contained fire creates soot and grimy film on the window of a stove.
Cleaning a Microwave Over a StoveThis is a page about cleaning a microwave over a stove. Cleaning your over the stove microwave is a routine task. The interior and even the exterior can be splattered with food and grease. There are many ways to keep your oven clean.
How to Remove Deodorant Build-upDeodorant can leave an unsightly residue on clothing that can be difficult to remove. This is a page about how to remove deodorant build-up.
Cleaning Clothes That Have YellowedOlder clothing can sometimes yellow with age. This page is about cleaning clothes that have yellowed.
Cleaning Candle Wax from Hardwood FloorsTested solutions for removing candle wax from hardwood floors. The key to removing candle wax from most surfaces is heating it up with an hair dryer or clothes iron. Beyond that there are some solvents, like Goo Gone, that have been effective.
Dampness and Mildew in a ClosetFinding and fixing the root cause of the moisture is the only real way to stop mold and mildew from growing. This is a page about dampness and mildew in a closet.
Removing Mold on Baskets?This is a page about removing mold on baskets. Baskets made from natural fibers may grow mold if they get wet and don't dry properly.
Causes of Discoloration on the Outside of Coffee Mugs?This is a page about causes of discoloration on the outside of mugs. Coffee and tea can leave unsightly stains on coffee cups. Here are some great tips for removing discoloration on coffee mugs.
Fixing Streaky and Dull Furniture From Murphy's Oil Soap?This is a page about fixing streaky and dull furniture from Murphy's Oil Soap. Sometimes wood cleaners can leave a residue behind that can be difficult to remove.
Removing Newspaper Ink from Wood FurnitureThis is a page about removing newspaper ink from wood furniture. Newspaper ink can transfer to your hands and other surfaces quite easily. It is important to not damage your wood furniture when removing the ink.
Cleaning a Corroded Salt Shaker?This is a page about cleaning a corroded salt shaker. Salt can be quite corrosive on the metal shaker top.
Removing Petroleum Based Solvent Odor...This is a page about removing petroleum based solvent odor from clothing. Solvents such as Goo Gone and Goof Off are very aromatic and it can be difficult to remove the odor from your laundry.
Cleaning a Smelly Cast Iron Pot?Cast iron pots can pick up odors from the food you cook in them. This is a page about cleaning a smelly cast iron pot.
Removing Burnt Grease from Copper Bottom Pans?Grease can easily get burnt to the bottom of a copper pan. Burn stains like this can be very difficult to get out. This is a page about removing burnt grease from copper bottom pans.
Removing Diet Coke Stains From Clothing?This is a page about removing Diet Coke Stains from clothing. That dark brown stain from you Diet Coke looks like it will be difficult to remove.
Cleaning Smoke Residue From Ceramic and...This is a page about cleaning smoke residue from ceramic and porcelain figurines. A house fire or smokey fireplace can wreak havoc on your treasured figurines.
Using Homemade Laundry Detergent In a Front LoaderA low sudsing homemade detergent can safely be used in your front load washer. Keep the amount used small and you should have no problems. This is a page about using homemade laundry detergent in a front loader.
Removing Mold from a Dish DrainerAny damp surface can develop mold and mildew unless dried between uses. If your dish drainer has gotten moldy, it's important to completely clean it off. This is a page about removing mold from a dish drainer.
Cleaning Dishes After a House Fire?This page is about cleaning dishes after a house fire. Soot and grime can be difficult to remove from dishware.
Getting Cooking Oil Smell Out of ClothingThis is a page about getting cooking oil smell out of clothing. Often after cooking the odor of the cooking oil can linger in clothing and other fabrics.
Removing Food Stuck to a PanIf you have food that is cooked onto a pan it can be difficult to get clean. This is a page about removing food stuck to a pan.
Cleaning a Stainless Steel ThermosThis is a page about cleaning a stainless steel thermos. Tea and coffee are common beverages kept in a thermos. Both can leave stains inside.
Removing Cooked on Candy from Pot?This is a page about removing cooked on candy from pot. Burnt on sugar can be difficult to remove from a pan.
Spray Paint On Acrylic Nails?I was wondering how you clean spray paint off of acrylic nails and hands! I have the solar acrylic nails and it just doesn't seem to come off!
Cleaning Your Burner's Drip PansThis is a page about cleaning your burner's drip pans. The drip pans on your range can get really messy. Once the spills burn on you have a challenging cleaning job ahead.
Getting Perfume Smell Out of ClothingThis is a page about getting perfume smell out of clothing. Strong fragrances on clothing can be an issue for people with asthma or off putting if its a smell you don't enjoy. Vinegar is good at removing odors, but there are also a number of store bought products that work well too.
Cleaning Wax from ClothingThe dyes and oils from candle wax (or other waxes) can leave stains on your clothing that can be tough to remove. This is a page about cleaning wax from clothing.
Cleaning an Old DollBefore you try to clean your old doll you will want to first determine the doll's composition. That information will help determine the best cleaners to use to prevent damage. This is a page about cleaning an old doll.
