Like most homeowners, you probably take a lot of pride in your home, both inside and out. If you frequently park your car or other vehicle in your driveway, chances are you have some unsightly stains on your aggregate concrete. Because aggregate concrete is stronger than ordinary concrete, many peop

No matter what type of stove you have, there are some problems that can crop up from time to time. They may be easy to fix, or you may need to call a service person. For some of the possible problems, there may be something you can do to lessen the chance of them happening at all.

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Many plastic objects have labels or other items adhered by some form of glue. Whether you want to remove a price tag or just dried, spilled glue from your plastic item, glue removal is possible. Today's cleaning products are varied, ensuring you will find a cleaner that can adequately remove glue fr

The stairway is an often-overlooked area of a home, but it is important for several reasons. For many of us, our stairway is located in the entryway, so it's one of the first things people see when they enter our home. We also use the stairway repeatedly every day, so why not make it...

Although children and slushies go together, adding the element of carpet to the mix can be disastrous. It is a rare occasion when the color of the slushie will match the color of the carpet. Of course, this will happen on the day you have company coming over. Arm yourself with the knowledge of what

At times, you may want to remove wax from vinyl floors due to a buildup or damaged wax. One of the most simple ways to attack the problem is with ammonia, a natural solution rather than a synthetic chemical solution. Although ammonia produces dangerous fumes, it is better for the environment than ce

The home cleaning industry produces many multipurpose floor cleaners; however, these cleaners are often made with harsh chemicals and can add up in price. If you're interested in saving money while still being able to effectively clean your floors, make your own multipurpose floor cleaner.

Mildew is a common problem on wood fences, but although mildew may live on the wood, it does not feed on it, according to Jeff Beneke in "The Fence Bible: How to Plan, Install and Build Fences and Gates to Meet Every Home Style and Property Need, No Matter What Size Your Yard." One of the best ways

If someone tracked engine oil onto your carpet from their shoes, or the oil got there another way, it makes the entire surface look less than its best. Engine oil doesn't have to be a permanent spot on your carpet. Although the sight of the dark-colored grease looks intimidating to remove, it can be

A Bain Marie is a kitchen appliance which cooks or heats food by means of a water bath. Functioning in a manner similar to a large double boiler, the lower portion, which contains a sealed heating element, is filled with water. Pans full of food are then suspended over the water and heated by the st

Failing to remove old caulk before re-caulking around brick can be a costly mistake. If the brick surfaces are not clean, a strong, long-lasting seal is impossible to achieve. Since caulking around brick is often for the purpose of weatherproofing, this can lead to expensive energy loss. It's also

Playstation 3, a gaming console made by Sony, made its debut in 2006. Users have complained that consoles from this era have the tendency to overheat, which will harm the computer hardware inside the system. Overheating became a big issue with the release of the Xbox 360 and its infamous "Red R

Despite their name, washable markers can create a stain. While the ink is designed to wash out, it may take a little more than water to get rid of it when the ink finds its way onto fabric and upholstery. Soap and water is usually sufficient if the marker ends up on skin. For other surfaces, the mar

Over time and with inclement weather conditions, bituminous parking garages can develop cracks. The damaged parking garage looks unsightly and allows water to drain through the cracks, speeding up erosion. Overlaying your parking garage involves coating it in new layer of bitumen that's 1.5 to 2.5 i

Rust forms where water and iron are present, after the iron reacts with oxygen. Rust can form on dishes when they are exposed to water for long periods of time. Removing rust from dishes is not always an easy thing to do, as it depends on the severity of the rust stain, however, before tossing your

Mold inside a home can cause serious health problems. Mold is caused by increased humidity and moisture. To prevent mold, make sure moisture is not seeping into your home. Moisture can cause mold to start growing within 24 to 48 hours, so leaks or condensation must be stopped. Mold has been found to

Mold often develops on foods such as lunch meat and hard salami. While some forms of mold are not harmful, others contain dangerous mycotoxins that can make you sick if they are inhaled or ingested. Mold can have thin roots growing all throughout the food, so the food should be thrown away to avoid

Musty water odor is a common problem when excess moisture sits in the washing machine for extended periods of time. When you open your washing machine door, you quickly notice this odor and sometimes pause in adding clothing to the washing machine, as the musty smell makes the unit seem dirty. You c

By now we're all familiar with Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs (CFLs) and how they can save us money on our energy bill. Unfortunately, even though they save money, from an environmental perspective, fluorescent bulbs aren't all good. In fact, fluorescent light bulbs contain mercury, a hazardous ele