For questions relating to the removal of dirt, debris and other unwanted foreign material from various surfaces and porous materials, including methods, tools and supplies, and expected results.
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How do I clean ballpoint pen marks from an LED TV screen? [closed]
My kid was playing with a pen and she drew a few lines on the TV screen. I tried to remove it with water just after it happened, but it didn't work.
Now the lines have been on the TV for a few ...
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How to clean feet of wooden chairs to replace felt pads-
I am using and caring for a set of wooden chairs (hand-carved backs) belonging to a family member.I need to add new felt pads to the feet of most of these, as some have had old ones fall off (the ...
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How to remove/clean black mold?
What is the best way to remove black mold from wood?
Specifically, the mold on my back porch is black mold. Is the best option to use something like Kilz over it?
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How do I get rid of this mould?
Can anyone tell me how I can get rid of this black mould?
It has appeared in the corner of our window ledge, as well as all around the bathroom ceiling.
There is no texture to it, it seems very flat ...
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How can I remove a coffee stain from carpet?
Recently a cup of coffee was spilled on the carpeting of our home. We tried to get the stain out with a chemical solvent to no avail, and called in the experts. Unfortunately due to our preprocessing, ...
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How can I remove skunk smell from house?
I apologize in advance if this is off-topic but I'm in need of some help and not sure who to ask. Our dog got blasted by a skunk and went inside the house. We've got the dog under control but the ...
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What is the best way to clean toilet bowl stains?
Bought a house a little over a year ago and it was previously a foreclosure and sat for a while. Because of that, it hadn't been cleaned for a while and developed some stains around the water line in ...
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How to remove bird droppings from woven patio furniture?
We have a set of patio furniture with a steel frame, but a loosely woven cloth seating surface. Since we live in a very wooded area, a chair was recently dive-bombed. I have a bucket and scrub-brush - ...
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Can I use an automatic pool cleaner designed for an above ground pool, in an inground pool? [closed]
I found a new Dirt Devil Pool Boy automatic pool cleaner for an above ground pool. However, I have an in ground pool, and I'm wondering what the difference is? Does it have to do with traction ...
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How can I access the lint duct assembly of a Maytag Centennial dryer?
We have a Maytag Centennial dryer (Model # MGDC700VW0) that has had its lint filter neglected too many times in-between runs. When the lint filter is over-full, pulling it out actually lets lint ...
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How to clean a toilet pan properly?
What is the best way to clean my dirty toilet pan without damaging the enamel or something else?
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How good are steam cleaners compared to vacuum cleaners? [closed]
Are steam cleaners better then the vacuum cleaners for cleaning carpets and kitchen?
Does steam cleaners can also do vacuum cleaning?
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How can I clean and paint my basement floor?
The basement in my house I just purchased has remnants of paint on one half of the basement that is separated by a wall. The remaining paint is stuck down really well and I would like to paint over ...
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What is the best way to clean a brick paver patio?
Looking for ideas on how to best clean a brick paver patio.
Background:
I had a brick paver patio installed three years ago. The following year I had it sealed (not sure what product was used) with ...
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What is the best way to get superglue off a Corian countertop?
My kids and I have spilled superglue onto a Corian countertop in our kitchen, I've heard you can buff out scratches and such from these, but I'd rather avoid scraping and buffing if possible. Is ...
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How can I clean floor tile grout?
Someone I know had tile laid in their kitchen and was supposed to seal the grout after the work was done. This never happened and now they have dirty grout. What's the best way to make the grout look ...
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How should I clean and repaint a painted wooden deck?
My deck appears to have been painted with just a single layer of paint, which is now peeling off. I like the look of the paint (when it's in better condition, of course), and am uninterested in ...
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How to clean the LCD screen of the television?
Due to my carelessness the LCD screen of the television has developed a sticky layer on some areas.
Can I clean it with a cloth and water? Or Any other (less expensive) solution for cleaning it?
I ...
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Kärcher RC 3000 alternative? [closed]
i am currently searching for an alternative to Kärcher RC 3000 robotic vacuum cleaner.
The SIEMENS Sensor Cruiser has same build except the color.
For me is important that the robot can clean the ...
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How to best clean the inlet vent screen on a microhood?
Over the years, my microhood has developed a greasy buildup in the inlet vent screens on the underside of the microhood. They're an aluminum mesh that comes out easily with a label near it saying not ...
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How can I repair damaged wood lacquer?
I've ruined a wooden, varnished table by putting a hot mug of tea down on it. In case that’s relevant, the cup was also slightly wet (only water). Now at the place where the mug stood is a ...
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Toilet bowl rim: Unblock mineral deposits inside holes [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
Why do my toilets flush slowly and often incompletely?
Yep - got an old toilet, and the mineral scale inside (INSIDE inside) the rim is slowing the flush speed. I ...
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How do I stop my vacuum belt from making a noise and smelling when using it?
Last week I had my Hover WindTunnel Max Multi-Cyclonic (Model # UH70601) vacuuming carpet on the bar floor setting. It started making a thwapping noise and smells like burned rubber when vacuuming ...
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How long can I leave a paint brush and roller sleeve submerged in water without damaging them?
I'm painting my fence (with water based paint) and have more to do tomorrow.
How long can I leave the paint brush in water until it's likely to be damaged? I think it's a synthetic bristled one.
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Where can I get an air compressor that can blow air (not just inflate tires)?
I have been able to find this
and this,
but they don't come with the fitting/handle that allows you to blow air - for instance, if you want to blow dust from your keyboard, etc.
Does anyone ...
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Is cleaning out the main sewer line a regular scheduled maintenance item?
I just had to have my main sewer line snaked, and the technician said it should be done once every 2 years. Is this really the case, or was he just trying to insure he has job security?
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Clean (food) oil stain from wooden floor
My question is pretty related to:
How to diminish the appearance of a stain on hardwood floor? & How do I remove (food) oil stain from a wood table?
But not exactly the same. The problem is I've ...
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How do I get leftover tape stickiness off of plastic surfaces?
Okay...there's kind of a long story behind it, but I have left-over stickiness on the front of my alarm clock because it was bright, and I didn't notice a switch on it. It's from scotch tape that's ...
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How can I remove tiny dust particles from the air?
As a basic prep step before I painted, I sanded some of my walls.
Later, I cleaned the area and swept up any visible dust particles.
Now however, a member of my family is having difficulty breathing ...
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Are air purifiers and ionizers effective? [closed]
Are air ionizers and other air purifiers effective at cleaning the air? Is there any evidence that such machines lead to improved health or wellbeing?
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Should I be concerned with the accumulation of road cinder in my garage?
Albuquerque, like many municipalities during snow storms has its roadways scraped and covered in a sand cinder mixture. This winter has gotten off to an early start and the road crews have been out in ...
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How can I clean out the pressure switch port at the inducer housing on a Lennox G40UH furnace?
I have a Lennox G40UH(x) furnace, but the gas does not ignite, because water may have entered the system while raining, or the the pressure switch port at the inducer housing has just to be cleaned.
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Steam Cleaner Recommendation [closed]
Can anybody recommend a good steam cleaner for general household use? I looked at reviews on Amazon, and it seems that for most models half the people love it and half the people were disappointed and ...
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How can I get stains out of a pine table?
I have a light pine dining table. After we got married, we left an orchid from the wedding on the table while we went on honeymoon, giving it a bit of water before we went. Didn't realise the pot ...
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How can I remove old tea stain from carpet/rug?
I once accidentally spilled some tea on my carpet, and since I was in hurry I couldn't clean the carpet at all. The stain is now dried up, and my landlord is asking me to replace the whole carpet. How ...
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What is the best way to polish an old brass bed?
I have an old brass bed frame with 15 years of tarnish and I've been trying to use Brasso, but the process is long and tedious. Does anyone know of an easier way to remove tough tarnish from brass?
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How was this subfloor cleaned?
I'm replacing the floor in my bathroom, which was previously a vinyl sheet. Prior to that (and I think original to the house, built in early 70's) it was some peel and stick-type tiles, except they're ...
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How do I safely place an extension ladder on an uneven surface?
I'm a new first-time homebuyer who needs to clean out my gutters. They are jammed with fall leaves. My home inspector told me to get a ladder and a leaf blower to do the job. The only problem is ...
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How do I clean my jetted whirlpool tub?
The master bath of our new house has a jetted whirlpool tub. We haven't used it yet, since the previous owners were, um, lacking hygiene. Is there a good way to clean it out without taking the whole ...
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is there such a thing as a pipe brush?
I've used Drano/Liquid Plumbr Foam to clean the bathroom sink drain, but that never cleans enough. There's always scum left over. I think I can clean it better if I follow up the Drano with a brush. ...
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How can I remove lichen and/or mold from plastic siding?
We have some kind of lichen or mold on the plastic siding on one side of the house. What's the best way to clean it off?
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Is zeolite effective for controlling room odor?
http://www.refreshinglyfree.com/Online-Catalog/Zeolite-Odor-and-Moisture-Control-Products says so, but I'm not entirely convinced.
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Can activated carbon eliminate odors in a bedroom?
http://www.ehow.com/how_5656042_use-activated-charcoal-odor-neutralizers.html says that it can eliminate odors, but it only recommends it for small spaces.
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What substances should you avoid contact with your bare hands?
I started thinking about this yesterday because I currently have a weird feeling second skin from the polyurethane adhesive I used to attach my kitchen backsplash on Sunday. I foolishly assumed since ...
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How do I treat mold and mildew in shower grout?
I have a tiled shower in an older house, and it's been a struggle to keep the grout clear of mold and mildew. I'm planning on installing a bathroom vent to prevent future buildup, but in the ...
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Is clorox outdoor + jomax safe on vinyl decking?
I used the recipe suggested in this question to successfully clean my vinyl siding. Its a combination of Jomax, Clorox outdoor, and water. I'm wondering if this solution will work fine on my vinyl ...
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Robotic vacuum for pet owner
I'm trying to select a robotic vacuum that will cleanup my apartment on daily basis (3 cats is a lot :) ). Which one should I try? I was thinking about iRobot but with no mapping mechanism they seem ...
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What is the best way to remove dried egg from a house?
Some troglodytes egg my house anywhere from every 1-6 months, and have been doing so for the last four years. They just did it again tonight, so I have a fresh supply of drying egg to now remove.
My ...
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How do I clean a kitchen sink spray hose?
My kitchen sink has one of those sprayer-on-a-hose things off to the side of the main faucet. It has a clear plastic hose that pulls out to spray stuff around the sink. That hose has green stuff ...
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What would cause my filtered water to have a thin transparent film suspended in it?
I have a filtered water dispenser in my Whirlpool refrigerator door. Lately I've noticed when dispensing water into a clean glass, that there are patches of a thin transparent film suspended in the ...
