Your hair dryer is more useful than you may have realized. Because of its capacity to heat and blow, a hair dryer is useful for almost any projects or cleaning needs that require those functions. So whether you need the heat to melt wax or ice, or you need the wind power to blow away dust, a hair dryer is a versatile tool. But most people don't use it as such; the name "hair dyer" probably limits … [Read more...]
Clear a Clogged Drain
When your drain gets clogged, do you reach for commercial cleaners with harsh chemicals? That's what many people do. But this is simply not the best way; sometimes the chemicals get stuck behind the clog and begin to eat away at the pipe instead of the clog. And if the chemicals do get stuck, they could burn an unsuspecting plumber who comes in to fix things later. Do you really want such caustic … [Read more...]
6 Things That Are Making Your House Stink
What's that smell? It's a question all of us ask, whether we smell something good or something awful. It's an important question to answer if you're being bombarded with a bad smell, but in an unfamiliar environment, you may not be able to answer this question accurately. In fact, do you know the answer in your own home? The fact is, you may not even notice some bad smells in your home, because … [Read more...]
The Best Way to Clean a Toilet
You probably know of a perfectly good way to clean your toilets; you probably just follow the instructions on the cleaner. But is there more to know about cleaning your toilets than what the instructions on the toilet bowl cleaner say? bhg.com claims there is and even posted an article called "How to Clean a Toilet" with an instructional video that details the whole process that they recommend as … [Read more...]
Tips to Clean a Messy Stove Top
Stove top messes are often a nightmare to clean up. Sauces splatter on the burner, cheese gets cooked on, and soup hardens on the heating coil; how do you get these tough messes to come off? Do you just need soap, a sponge and a lot of elbow grease? Not according to this article "How to Clean a Stove Top" posted on bhg.com, which features a video explaining how to efficiently clean up tough messes … [Read more...]
Bathtub Cleaning 101
Cleaning a bathtub can be difficult. It can be really back-breaking work having to bend over the edge of the tub to scrub off soap scum, rust, and sometimes mold. Because of this, it's difficult to clean bathtubs really well. Yet it's really disgusting taking a shower, or especially a bath, in a dirty bathtub. That's why bobvila.com posted an article called "Helpful Hints for Cleaning Bathtubs", … [Read more...]
Steps to Effectively Clean the Kitchen Sink
A lot of messy things happen in the kitchen sink, like rinsing vegetables and dishwashing. It's important to keep your kitchen sink clean, but this can be a difficult task when its daily use gets it so dirty. The right cleaning routine can make a world of difference for keeping your sink clean. That's why bobvila.com posted an article called "How To: Clean a Stainless Steel Sink" which describes … [Read more...]
Microwave Mess Management
The day after Thanksgiving is leftovers day! Your microwave will probably get a lot of use today, and it might get pretty messy. You might know how to get the microwave cleaned up and looking relatively nice again, but do you know how to really deep clean your microwave? thesnug.com posted an article called "Deep Clean Your Microwave in 3 Easy Steps", which details a simple process for deep … [Read more...]
Cold Season Cleaning Tips
Cold and flu season is upon us, and many are succumbing to the viruses that are making their rounds. Sometimes, coming down with a bug is unavoidable, especially when someone in your family brings it home with them. Nonetheless, there are measures you can take to bolster your immune system, and there are also ways you can try to stop the virus from spreading. According to thesnug.com, one great … [Read more...]
6 Shower Door Cleaning Tips
Keeping glass shower doors looking shiny and clear can be a difficult task. In fact, we posted an article a while ago about how to effectively clean your shower doors with dryer sheets. But that's just one way, one tip; this article from bhg.com has "6 Tips to Make Your Shower Doors Sparkle". They include: Mix liquid soap and baking soda to make a paste that will banish buildup. Clean the … [Read more...]