How to remove mildew from the shower?
I just moved to an apartment recently and I noticed there is some mildew on the shower. Mainly concentrated on the corners. It's gross! I've looked up a few remedies such as white vinegar and I've tried household products (Lysol bathroom cleaner and Clorox bathroom cleaner) as well as pure bleach without success! Any other suggestions? Thanks :)
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The problem with most household cleaners is that they're thin and don't stick to a vertical surface. Try this; I can vouch for it. Dampen some paper towels with straight bleach (wear rubber gloves!) and stick them to the mildewed surfaces (they WILL stick.) Leave them on for 20 to 30 minutes, and...ta da! Mildew has disappeared :)
How to make a clothes line for outside that will be sturdy enough but not expensive?
Do I just tie it between trees? Where would I be able to purchase one?
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Most supermarkets sell these plastic are the best as you can wipe them
Mine is attached to a concrete post at the bottom of the garden
And my husband fitted a hook to the garage for the other end
The trees need to sturdy if you intend to do this
A good wind and a lot of washing may bring the branch down ?
How to remove nail polish from a closet door?
Anyone have an idea how to get nail polish off a closet door? It was left here by the previous owners. Tried nail polish remover, scraper, rough side of a sponge and goo gone - not really working. Thanks.
Thought I should mention, nail polish remover removes most of the nail polish when used abundantly on a q-tip, but there is glitter that is still sticking to the door. In case that makes a difference.
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Sand paper removes it all and gives the door a nice appearance....
How to keep notebooks and books clean inside my bag?
I mean all my notebook, notes and books get dirty when they are in my bag. I am a college student and need to carry many stuffs./My bag is usually clean/. But when they rub against each other, the covers ( some kind of plastic) of my books and notes get dirty which is really annoying. Its like a white stuff on my books and notes. How do people keep them clean? Thanks.
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Keep your bag clean in the inside.
How to remove dishwashing soap from the hardwater container?
My son, trying to help for Mother's Day, decided to cook breakfast and clean the kitchen afterwards. While he was loading the dishwasher, he placed dishwashing liquid in the container that the crystal clear solution goes into. I cant remove it because it was poured into a container that has a tiny hole with a screw cap. What can I do about removing the soap and will there be any damage to the dishwasher?
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I'd just run the dishwasher as normal, I doubt there would be any damage to it.
But you could always check with the manufacturer.
If you want, you can dilute it with some water or even the hardware solution.
How to save our ceramic tile floor after it was accidently stripped?
Ok so my 17 year old SIL decided to clean the grout in our entry way using STRAIGHT bleach last night. I came home to find the ceramic tile COVERED in bleach!! Now, after mopping several times I still haven't been able to get all the bleach up AND our tiles are stripped!!! Any tips on getting the bleach up and then resealing? Total novice here and desperate for any kind of help!! Thanks!!
Answer:
Hi,
A Steam Floor Mop will work well on the floor to remove bleach residue. Steam Floor Mops are an excellent way to clean floors. But I would recommend rinsing the floor before you make the investment in a steam floor mop with plain water. Rinse it several times each time picking up the water and them starting with fresh water. Repeat three to four times. As far as recoating the floor, consult someone at Home Depot or Lowes and they will help pick out the right seal or floor finish for the specific type of floor tile you want to coat. Remember, that you might need to allow the floor to dry out completely after rinsing. You can also use fans to help speed up the drying.
I have been in the cleaning business for over 30 years and I recently discovered a website dedicated to cleaning all types of floors including laminate floors. You might want to check this website out, it is free of charge and loaded with a ton of information including floor finishing, and cleaning and maintenance of all types of floors and grout. http://www.keepingfloorsclean.com/. Good Luck and I hope this helps solve your problem.
How to remove ink stains from clothes that have been dried?
I accidentally washed a disposable fountain pen with a load of wash. Luckily most of the clothes were black except for a few pairs of pants. Now I have ink stains all over them. Is there any way to get the stains out?
Answer:
Try rubbing alcohol . . . it may work.
How to remove pet stains and odors from carpet?
Previous tenant of my apartment owned dogs.
How do I remove dried pets urine from the carpet?
Answer:
Enzymatic cleaners will not work on dried set in stains. You need to get a cleaner that will break down and remove old set in stains. Your best bet for this would be Genesis 950. I would HIGHLY suggest you use it in a steam cleaner so that it gets down into the carpet, breaks down everything and flushes it out. The 950 also has a deodorizer so it will remove any smell, and it has antibacterial stuff in it to kill any germs that may be in there. It will also kill any mold or bacteria that has formed in the carpet/padding.
How to keep a room clean throughout the month?
During the school week, I let my room slip up. Then on the weekends I'm busy with stuff and I blow it off and by the end of the month...(do I need to finish?) So I was just wondering on some tips on keeping it clean throughout the month. Like how often I should do laundry (I always decide to do it to early or to late, I'm looking for like the perfect number) how often I should vacuum, and how often I should clean it during the week (or if I should do it when it get's a little messy) Thanks!
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Unless you really have a lot of dirt tracked in, vacuuming once a week or every week and 1/2 should be sufficient. Now if you bring in a lot of dirt, you're going to be doing this every week. Likewise, plan to dust thoroughly every week or so.
You are finding that clothes are the biggest problem. Get in the habit of -when you take it off, put it up/place it in the hamper to wash. When it get full, wash a load. Do not take off clothes and throw them around- that's where the messiness starts. Same thing with papers- if you have some out, when you finish with them, file away or discard them in the trash.
Make the bed EVERYDAY, as soon as you get up. That one thing goes miles towards making a room look kept.
How to remove baby powder stains from a dark blouse?
Hi, tomorrow I have a job orientation and need to dress business casual, I was thinking about wearing this dark blue blouse but it has baby powder stains on it. So how can I remove it instead of washing it because I've tried washing it and it didn't work. Any advice, or home remedies?
Answer:
You need to use Tide detergent with a Tide booster....if you live in the USA, Tide Pods are available which are little packets that have the detergent, stain release booster and brightener all in one....and it works for any size load in ANY temp-even cold.
If Tide not available for you...check with a brand that has oxy-clean in it....a GOOD brand.
Try rubbing the baby powder 'stain' off with some scrunched up pantyhose or a mesh dish cleaner....it works for removing white residue from deodorant stains, should work for the powder, too.
