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    Use Toothpaste to Clean Sneakers

    All you need is an old toothbrush and a little toothpaste to get your old sneakers looking like new! Non-gel...


    How to Prevent Bathroom Mold

    The first step to prevent bathroom mold is keeping tile dry


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    How to Get Rid of and Prevent Garden Voles

    Voles and moles both dig up your yard, but they’re different in many ways. Here’s what you need to know...


    How to Texture a Ceiling and Walls: Apply Knockdown

    Spray ceiling texture to add visual interest and hide imperfections. Keep reading to learn how to texture a ceiling and...


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    Here’s How to Keep Mice Out of Your Kitchen

    Now that the mouse is out of your kitchen, how do you keep it out for good? These tips will...


    No Toolbox? Here are 8 Alternatives That Really Work

    You want to keep your tools organized, but with various jobs and tools for every task, keeping things in order...


    How to Get Rid of Dust

    Keep your family safe from allergens—and from an unsightly gray film covering everything


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    How to Clean Roof Stains

    Wash your shingles where the sun doesn't shine

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    How to Test an Alternator

    Learn how to how to test an alternator without disconnecting your vehicle's battery.


    Fix Stuck or Jammed Dead Bolts

    A shot of dry Teflon spray will fix a jammed door lock and keep the bolt operating smoothly.


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    10 Tips For Removing Mold and Mildew

    Keep it from coming back with mildew cleaner.


    How to Get Red Wine, Coffee & Tomato Sauce Stains Out of Carpet

    Here's how to get stains out of carpet right away, before they set.


    How to Remove Sticker Residue

    Dab any type of kitchen cooking oil—olive, canola or sunflower—onto a paper towel. Then lay the paper towel over the...


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    How To Clean Furniture and Fight Odors Without Chemical Cleaners

    All-natural solutions can remove odors from your furniture—here's how to clean furniture!


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    How to Clean Hardwood Floors

    Learn how to clean hardwood floors naturally with household staples.


    Removing Stains on Leather Furniture With Natural Products

    Leave the harsh chemicals in the cupboard when removing stains on a leather couch or any leather in the house...


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    How to Make Homemade Cleaner With Simple Ingredients

    Not only will natural cleaners make your life better, they will virtually eliminate that bad smell in the house and...

    How to Remove Permanent Marker on Laminate

    Dab some cooking oil onto a paper towel and then lay the paper towel over the stain that refuses to...


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    Cleaning Tips to Reduce Household Dust

    Studies show that the average six-room home in the United States collects 40 lbs. of dust each year. Sounds impressively...


    This Surprising Hack Will Keep Spiders Out of Your Car

    Be sure to clean out all nooks and crannies thoroughly. And then, because spiders despise the smell of lemon, you...


    11 Tax-Related Documents You Should Never Throw Away

    The most important documents of your life aren't always easy to retrieve from their original source or even online. It's...


    The Best Way to Clean a Greasy Kitchen Range Hood Filter

    The standard way to clean the filter from a kitchen exhaust fan is to stick it in the dishwasher.


    The 10 Best Ways to Get Gum Out of Things

    Oh look, there's gum stuck to the carpet. Or the bottom of your shoe. Or your child's hair. Don't fret—there...

    Simple Bathroom Sink Drain Cleaner

    When my bathroom sink gets clogged, I don't reach for chemicals. Instead, I use a long zip tie. I cut...


    13 Quick Cleaning Tips: Clean Your House Fast

    If you're looking for ways to simplify cleaning or get rid of stubborn stains, you'll find everything you need in...


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    Mold Remediation: How to Remove Mold

    A major mold infestation can ruin your home — and your health! The first step in mold remediation is learning...


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    How to Steam Clean Your Oven

    Clean your dirty oven, the safe way!


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    How to Get Rid of Mildew and Mold

    They could be damaging your home and your health


    How to Clean a Brick House’s Exterior

    Keep water stains from ruining your house's appearance