Storage rooms are an ideal breeding ground for mold and mildew, which both thrive in dark, damp places. Mildew is caused by mold and is a growth that leaves a musty odor and may be black or white in color. Left untreated, mildew may damage or discolor fabric, and cause structural damage to walls, ce

The Braun cordless kettle allows you to boil a full kettle of water in about one minute. The high-quality craftsmanship, combined with the elegant look of the appliance, makes this kettle both attractive and functional. The technology of the piece allows the kettle to be quickly heated on an electri

Hardwood floors are a popular floor treatment because they are attractive and easy to maintain. Wood floors usually do not need much more cleaning than an occasional thorough dust mopping. However, there are circumstances when special attention is needed to clean wood floors of films and residue inc

Climatic stains are stains that form in fabrics due to the humidity in certain climates. Climatic stains typically occur in white or light colored fabrics and present themselves as yellowish colored stains, which then turn to brown. Depending on how long the stain has been sitting in the fabric and

If you've got leaks in your bathroom, don't "caulk" it up to bad pipes. You could just need a simple caulk replacement. Caulk can be applied along the joint between a bathtub and tile, two 90-degree joints in tile, beneath a marble shower or doorway threshold, and between a vanity top and a wall. Wh

When a foul, spoiled or musty odor develops in your kitchen sink drain, it quickly makes the kitchen space smell and feel unclean, and makes the room an unpleasant place to be. Luckily, getting rid of the odor is fairly easy, and a little maintenance will prevent the odor from developing in the futu

The pot boils over and before you can stop it, you have a scorched mess on your brand new ceramic stove top. Few owners of ceramic stove tops escape this reality. Since this material is prone to scorching, you may have concerns about how to remove the damage while still protecting the surface; ceram

A History of IronsA clothes iron is a small appliance used to remove the wrinkles from fabric. A iron consists of a heated plate that has a handle and is pressed onto fabric. The first irons were made of iron (hence, the name) and were heated on a stove or over coals. Some versions were...

Mini blinds are a haven for dust. Unfortunately, they are also often a neglected area of the home. For many people, this neglected area can cause uncomfortable allergic reactions. You should clean mini blinds on a regular basis; the house will not only look better, but it is better for your health a

Round-cornered vintage refrigerators can be an attractive addition to retro kitchens or family party spaces. While many of them still work perfectly well, the problem is in the way they look. Decades of use can mean chips, scratches and grime marring the otherwise good looks of a classic shape. Redo

Laying ceramic tile is not a job for the faint of heart, and few things are worse than breathing a sigh of relief at a job well done only to realize you have spilled grout. The most common type of grout is actually made of Portland cement, so if you have spilled grout, it is a race against time to c

The Little Green machine makes spot cleaning carpet stains easier.boots on carpet image by jimcox40 from Fotolia.comThe Little Green portable deep cleaner from Bissell is used for spot cleaning carpet and upholstery. The "green" part of the machine's name can be attributed to the fact...

Identifying defective tiles in your home is a simple process. There are only a few things that can go wrong with tile, and identifying the tile yourself will save you a lot of money and time. You will not need any special tools or knowledge to identify the defective tile.

Cars parked for lengthy periods can leak oil onto the surface below. In these cases, the oil will stain the surface and look unpleasing. Stains left by car oil are easiest to remove when you get to them quickly, as you can easily clear away the excess oil. Older stains, however, can also be removed

Dishwashers typically become smelly if food residue from the dishes remains in the drain and begins to deteriorate. The unpleasant odor can be remedied easily in a few easy steps. In fact, dishwasher users should do this process periodically to keep the interior sweet smelling. If the odor remains,

Wood floors usually are treated with stain after they're laid and sanded. Unlike paint, which sits on top of the surface, stain soaks in, darkening it and highlighting the natural grain of the wood. Even though stain doesn't sit on top of the wood, it can rub off or start to peel over time if it is

In a perfect world, you would never drip wall paint on furniture--all of your items would be covered. Paint, however, often seems to find its way where it shouldn't be when it is being applied. Most wall paint drips can be easily removed from furniture with a few basic supplies and a little elbow gr

Sump pits collect water and other fluids. Most are located in the basement, pumping out water to avoid flooding. Bricks or concrete line the pit walls, and it is on this surface that detergent, soap residue and algae collect. A sump pump removes the liquid from the pit so it does not become too full

Shiny ceramic tiles add beauty and style to your home. Whether you use ceramic tile for accent or to cover an entire wall, the tile always looks better after it's polished and buffed. Since ceramic tiles are easily scratched, it's important to use gentle, non-abrasive cleaners and polishing solution