How to Make High Efficiency Detergent

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High efficiency washing machines use less water and therefore less electricity than regular washing machines. As a result. they require a low sudsing formula detergent. Anyone who has overflowed their HE washing machine can tell you the hazards of using the wrong kind of soap.Laundry det

How to Dispose of Asbestos Cement

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From 1921 to 1987 asbestos fiber was added to cement to make it stronger. In 1987, production of asbestos products ceased because of the harmful effects on human health. Any product containing asbestos can cause asbestosis, pleural plaque, lung cancer or Mesothelioma. Caution is needed when disposin

How to Cook Yellow Zucchini

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Yellow zucchini, also called summer squash, is a type of squash with edible seeds and rind that is, as the name indicates, a summer crop. Yellow zucchini can be roasted, grilled, stir-fried and stuffed, then baked, but the easiest and most healthful way to enjoy yellow zucchini is to steam it.

How to Remove Palm Oil Grease From Clothes

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Palm oil is a cooking oil that is made from the nuts of the oil palm tree. While palm oil is not as popular as other cooking oils like olive oil, you might find yourself cooking with it at some point. The palm oil grease that you cook with can end up on your clothes. To remove palm oil grease from y

How to Remove Lead Paint From Walls

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Getting rid of lead paint requires preparation, time and safety measures. Lead paint can cause serious health problems if it is chipping or in bad shape. Pregnant women and children are at higher risk of being harmed by lead paint. While it is safest to hire a professional to remove lead paint from

How to Remove Gum or Melted Crayon from the Clothes Dryer

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Okay, who forgot to check the pockets? Remember that stick of gum you shoved in your jeans? Now it is stuck inside the clothes dryer. And remember when you took little Billy's crayon away, because he was about to draw on the wall? Maybe you shouldn't have put that in your shirt pocket. Oh the mes

How to Clean Up Vinyl Adhesive

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From applying vinyl tiles to a kitchen floor to repairing vinyl furnishings, you may have used a vinyl adhesive to complete the project. Vinyl adhesive is fast drying, not too difficult to work with, and is a challenge to remove if spilled. The key to cleaning up vinyl adhesive is speed and a cleane

How to Condition a Non-Stick Pan

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Nonstick pans are ideal for frying foods without worry of the food sticking to the surface; however, over time, the nonstick coating on the pan may become worn and food may begin to stick to the surface. Conditioning the pan will restore the nonstick surface of the pan. Use the right technique for c

Homemade Cleaner for a Linoleum Floor

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A well-maintained linoleum floor will last several years and look good doing so. Linoleum floors need regular cleaning. Store-bought floor cleaners are pricey, and the cost of routine maintenance adds up over time. However, a homemade floor cleaner for a linoleum floor works just as well as any manu

The Best Ways to Remove Dog Urine

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Even the best-trained dogs have accidents in the house from time to time. Whether your dog has urinated on hardwood, carpet or concrete, the stain and odor can be eliminated by using a commercial product or a homemade solution. For best results, attack the urine stain immediately, as set-in stains a

How to Get Rid of the Smell & Odor of Ferrets

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The ferret (Mustela putorius) is a type of carnivorous mammal often raised as a pet. Ferrets are popular as pets because they are intelligent and can be trained to do tricks. Like many house pets, ferrets should be properly cleaned and managed to avoid odor problems. Proper care will not only keep y

How to Prepare Walls For Paint With TSP

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Trisodium phosphate, also known as TSP, is very popular among homeowners and contractors when heavy-duty cleaning is required. TSP's powerful degreasing ingredients make it an effective product to use while preparing surfaces such as walls and framework around doors and windows for painting. Mold, m

How to Get Rid of Mold in Dirt Crawl Spaces

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Many crawlspaces have fungus--such as mold, mildew and mushrooms--growing and thriving in their dirt floor. The mold spores--as well as the odor--can travel up from the crawlspace and into your home, spreading to other areas. Trying to remove the mold and its spores from the dirt crawlspace may leav

How to Clean Composite Marble Countertops

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Composite marble -- also known as cultured marble -- is a durable, attractive material commonly used to make countertops. Composite marble mimics the look of natural marble, is available in a variety of colors and resists stains and scratches. Composite marble withstands most cleaning products, asid

What Household Items Have Hydrochloric Acid?

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Hydrochloric acid is a strong acid, meaning it dissociates almost completely in water to yield hydronium ions (H3O+) and chloride ions (Cl-). Since it's a strong acid, it has a significant effect on the pH of a solution. Consequently, hydrochloric acid is corrosive and can cause severe burns if it c

How to Form Up a Footing for a Garage

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The foundation of any building, including a garage, is built upon footers. These are small concrete slabs buried in the ground below the frost line, upon which the slab of the foundation is laid. The footers provide support for the foundation, helping to protect it from the ground shifting. Before t

How to Remove Crayon Marks From Cellular Blinds

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Cellular blinds, sometimes called honeycomb shades, consist of a double- or triple-walled fabric blind. The walls create enclosed cells that help retain warmth in the winter and block out the heat in summer. While many brands of cellular blinds are pretreated against surface staining, the waxy resid

Product Review: Honest Oxy Boost

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How to Clean A Dishwasher With Kool-Aid

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A dishwasher is a great modern convenience, but when it's used often, over time it can develop a grungy buildup on the interior. Learn the easy, economical and surprising method to clean your dishwasher so that it sparkles like new.

How to Get Rid of a Funny Dryer Smell

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You may have left a load of damp laundry in the dryer for too long if it has a funny smell. Whatever the reason for the odor, you can get rid of it with a thorough cleaning using everyday household items. After cleaning, you can once again enjoy clothes, towels and linens that smell fresh and clean.