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How to Decorate a Stair Runner
If you have a set of stairs in your home and you want to add some style to them, consider making a custom stair runner by painting the stairs. You can do this fairly easily by using stencils and floor paint. You will decorate a stair runner by painting designs directly on the steps and risers of the...More...
How to Make Your Own Cheap Production Horror Movie
Horror movies are a good start for novice film directors -- a simple plot can involve a spirit or killer and a lot of fake blood. Even if the production is cheap, you can make a watchable film as long you put in the effort towards the story and characters. A cheap horror movie can be made in your ho...More...
How to Wash Out Cat Urine
Finding cat urine in the house is an unpleasant surprise for any pet owner. Often, trying to get the urine out of items such as carpets and rugs proves difficult. Many commercial cleaners designed for urine removal leave smells and stains behind. Not only is this an unsightly mess, it encourages you...More...
How to Restring a Stihl FS 55 RC Trimmer
The spinning line of a Stihl FS 55 RC Trimmer is designed to wear down and break over time after repeatedly hitting rocks, fence posts and other hard objects as it cuts weeds and grass in tight places not suitable for a larger lawnmower. Replacing the cutting line can be done in just a few minutes w...More...
How to Get Rid of the Smell of Mothballs
Mothballs effectively get rid of moths by emitting a chemical vapor called paradichlorobenzene. The strong odor that results from mothballs lingers long after mothballs are disposed of. Headaches and nausea can be caused by the unpleasant and overpowering odor. While mothball smell is not as simple ...More...
Learn How to Wash Clothes Made From Jute Fibers
How to Wash Jute Clothing and Remove Stains....More...
How to Remove Mold & Mildew From a Leather Harness
A leather horse harness is made with a natural, porous material that absorbs moisture and makes a perfect breeding ground for moisture-loving organisms. When leather tack isn't cared for properly, it can become damp and dirty. These two problems attract mold and mildew, leading to stains and odor on...More...
How to Remove Polish Stain
Furniture polish keeps wood looking lustrous and protects it from damage. Unfortunately, polish spills can get on upholstery, carpet and your clothes, leaving behind unattractive stains that may seem difficult to remove. A little patience and the right method can remove most polish stains with no da...More...
How to Erase Ink on Overhead Transparencies
Overhead projectors allow you to display what you've written on a clear piece of transparency paper. The projector emits the image onto a wall or screen, where the entire room can see and read from the transparency. Because these transparencies can be costly, and errors sometimes occur while writing...More...
Easy Ways to Get Rid of Dog Odor in Carpets
Accidents are a fact of life if you have a dog, and it can be difficult to remove odor from the carpet without shampooing or steam-cleaning it. There are numerous commercial products that claim to remove odors and stains, but you don't have to resort to chemicals to get the job done. You probably h...More...
How to Make Sand Place Card Holders
If you plan on throwing a dinner with a tropical theme behind it, then there are some great ideas you can try for décor. One idea is to make your very own beach-themed sand place card holders for guests. Making these festive holders is easy and only requires a quick trip to the beach or your lo...More...
Tips for Shampooing Carpets
According to Service Magic: Carpet Cleaning, carpets should be shampooed at least once every 12 to 18 months. Maintaining a clean carpet can reduce allergies and illness. While it's ideal to have carpets professionally cleaned, effective and more affordable ways exist. The frequency and method of sh...More...
Sources for Washing Soda
Washing soda can be found at some grocery stores.Washing powder image by lefebvre_jonathan from Fotolia.comAs the number of laundry products on supermarket shelves continues to increase, it is becoming harder to find old-fashioned washing soda. Washing soda has been used for many years as......More...
How to Build Carpenter Bee Traps
In spring or early summer, homeowners often notice what look like bumblebees flying around their homes. They will see these bees trying to borrow into the wood of their homes as the bees look for mates and a place to build a nest. These are not bumblebees; they are carpenter bees. Unlike the bumbleb...More...
How to Clean a Weber Pit
Barbecue season calls for hamburgers and fresh vegetables roasting over a Weber charcoal grill. Enjoy your grill in mint condition by taking the proper steps to protect the grill bars and pit. The grill bar may be loaded with food remnants from a previous cookout and the pit piled with burned-out ch...More...
How to Get a New Mattress Through Warranty
A new mattress can help to provide a better night's sleep by providing you with a sound, comfortable night's sleep, free of lumps and other problems that older mattresses may have acquired over time. If you've recently purchased a new mattress, you may be wondering how you can keep it in good condit...More...
How to Preserve Copper
Preserving the appearance of copper is an ongoing effort. Even if the factory applied protective coating keeps the copper from tarnishing early on, the shiny new look will certainly disappear over time. Read more to learn how to maintain and preserve your copper....More...
How to Remove Scorch Stains From Linen
Linen is a natural fabric that is comfortable to wear, no matter the weather. Whether the linen you own is an article of clothing or a favorite tablecloth, you most likely have to iron it after washing because linen has a tendency to wrinkle. Linen is ironed on the low heat setting because high heat...More...
Removing Rusted Lock Washers from Faucets
The most important step when removing a faucet is taking off the locking washers. When they are rusted, this project gets more difficult. However, you'll find that employing a few simple tactics gets those rusty washers off in a reasonable amount of time. Gaining access to the nuts is one of the tri...More...
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