You’re out of clean clothes and throw in a load of laundry only to discover that you’re out of laundry soap. Not to worry, we’ll
How to Clean Quartz
Who doesn’t love the natural beauty of quartz, with its endless range of colors and patterns? Its vibrant and naturally glossy surface is a favorite
How to Get Rid of Aphids on Tomatoes
One of the most challenging obstacles for gardeners to overcome is keeping outdoor pests off of plants. Especially when it comes down to eliminating pests
Earwig Control
Contrary to superstitious belief, earwigs won’t crawl into your ears at night when you sleep. However, they do crawl into your homes and gardens, destroying
How to Clean Cloudy Drinking Glasses
Cloudy drinking glasses make otherwise-beautiful glass containers unattractive and dirty looking. Hard water deposits, limescale, and other gunk cause wine glasses to accumulate an unappealing
How to Clean Cement
Cement is one of the sturdiest, most durable building blocks capable of withstanding the test of time. As a result, it often appears in the
How to Repel Wasps
Nothing ends a summer-time picnic faster than having a wasp or two dive-bombing you while enjoying your outdoor lunch, especially if you have an allergic
How to Wash Vinyl Siding
As a durable, easy-to-clean material, vinyl siding brings many advantages in terms of cleaning. While significantly easier to maintain than brick and wood exteriors, vinyl
How to Remove Spray Paint from Metal
The great thing about spray paint is it’s a fast and easy way to paint various projects, as spray paint sticks to just about every
How to Clean Carpet without a Machine
Have you ever wondered how to clean carpet without a machine? If so, you are not alone as most of us with carpet wonder if
How to Get Rid of Ground Bees
While bees, in general, are unpleasant to contend with, ground bees are particularly tricky, especially if there is an entire colony. Many times, you don’t
How to Clean a Gas Grill
Firing up your gas grill is one of the best ways to enjoy food like burgers, ribs, and BBQ chicken. One of the most significant
Does Vinegar Kill Weeds?
If weeds have gradually started to claim your lawn as their home, your search for the perfect weed killer has likely led you to some
How to Keep Chipmunks Away
Many people consider chipmunks to be adorable little woodland creatures, but chipmunks are hungry and destructive, and they love to eat your favorite garden veggies
How to Get Ink Stains Out of a Dryer
We don’t think much about our clothes dryer most of the time; it does its job and keeps our clothes looking and smelling fantastic. A
How to Clean Granite
Granite has an unmatched beauty that enhances any room in the home if it is kept clean and stain-free. Unfortunately, using the wrong types of
How to Get Rid of Tiny Ants
There is nothing fun about enjoying a picnic or preparing a meal during an ant invasion. An ant infestation in and around your home is
How to Clean a Copper Sink
Copper sinks and faucets add color and beauty to a home and have a living finish that evolves and improves over time. Exposure to the
How to Get Rid of Aphids on Houseplants
One of the benefits of growing flowers and shrubs indoors is the limited amount of plant pests, right? Unfortunately, this isn’t always the case, and
Earwig Infestation
Nobody wants creepy-crawlies in the home, let alone an earwig. These medium-sized insects have pincers located on their abdomen, which gives their appearance that creepy
Homemade Nutgrass Killer Remedies
If you have a yard with drainage issues, you’ve probably encountered nutgrass, also known as nutsedge or Cyperus rotundus. These stubborn weeds with triangular stems
How to Remove Rust from Tools
If you’ve ever left your tools out in the elements, then you undoubtedly have some rusty tools. Rust is also common in old tools stored
How to Get Rid of Hornets
If you hear the eerie buzzing of hornets, wasps, or yellow jackets around your home, there may be a hornet or wasp nest nearby. If
Home Remedies to Kill Grass
In confined or planned areas, grass adds to the landscape; in other areas, it is considered a weed. While you can use commercial products to
How to Steam Clean a Couch
Our couches see lots of action every day, and dirt and grime buildup can ruin the upholstery and send you to the store to buy
How to Clean Aluminum
Aluminum is a lightweight metal that is popular in everything from outdoor furniture and vehicle trim to cookware and household decor. This durable and corrosive-resistant
Homemade Brush Killer
All it takes is one fast-growing brush plant to make your yard look like something out of a Sleeping Beauty nightmare. While some brush is
How to Clean a Grill
You’ve got your platter of marinated chicken breasts and seasoned veggies ready to throw on the grill, but is it ready for them? Cooking food
How to Shrink a Cotton Shirt
You’ve found it: the most fabulous t-shirt ever and the last one on the rack. The only problem is, it’s two sizes too big. This
How to Remove Odor from a Couch
As the main attraction at the end of the day, a couch endures a lot of traffic. The combination of dirt, spilled food, pets, and
How to Clean Windows without Streaks
Have you ever cleaned your windows and stepped back to admire your hard work only to see smears and streaks reflecting in the sunlight? Avoiding
How to Get Rid of Aphids on Roses
Garden pests are a nuisance, and an aphid infestation destroys rose plants if left unchecked. While pollinators, ladybugs, and other insect varieties are useful bugs
How to Polish Metal
There are a variety of metal types, and unfortunately, many of these tarnish over time. They get dull and discolored, losing their luster and beauty.
How to Clean Cloth Car Seats
Things get spilled, that’s just a fact of life. Cleaning your car’s upholstery can be an easy task if you get to it right away,
How to Wash Blankets
Our homes are full of blankets made from all sorts of fabrics, and they add beauty and appeal to every room they grace. But time
How to Kill Yellow Jackets
If you’ve ever disturbed a busy yellow jacket, then you are probably well aware of their painful wrath. While wasps are beneficial insects, there are
How to Clean Quartz Countertops
Quartz is a stunning material adored for its aesthetic value. Not only does it come in a wide variety of colors, but it is also
How to Clean Car Upholstery
Having a car is one of the great modern conveniences and gives us freedom and the ability to travel wherever we wish to go. But,
How to Shrink Leather
Do your favorite pair of leather gloves feel like they belong to someone with larger hands? Perhaps your ideal pair of leather boots feel a
How to Steam Clean Carpet
While we don’t always like to admit it, sometimes a basic vacuum cleaning isn’t enough to leave our carpets looking fluffy and healthy. Calling in
How to Get Rid of Centipedes
Have you ever flipped on the bathroom light to discover the scurrying of many long legs on a creepy insect as it makes its escape?
How to Clean a Dryer Vent
Did you know that a significant cause of house fires is the result of a dirty or clogged dryer vent? Not only is a lint
How to Clean Copper Jewelry
The bright and unique color of your copper jewelry makes it a statement piece for almost every outfit. Keeping that vibrant burst of color clean
Homemade Clover Killer
Killing perennial weeds seems to be a never-ending battle, whether they are broadleaf weeds, such as dandelions and Creeping Charlie or other lawn weeds such
How to Disinfect a Couch
As the centerpiece of your home, a couch takes a lot of daily abuse from children, pets, and family members. It’s also a breeding ground
Homemade Quartz Cleaner
Quartz countertops are beautiful additions to our homes and add class and elegance to the kitchen. Even the most attractive countertops get stained and require
How to Get Coffee Stains Out of Car Seats
Most of us have a reasonably demanding morning routine that requires a little bit of caffeine to push us through it. So when that miraculous
How to Clean Metal Patio Furniture
One of the drawbacks of outdoor furniture is the exposure of pieces to the elements. Not only is this a problem for plastic and wood
Homemade Grass Killer
Getting rid of unwanted grass in your yard may feel like a daunting task, but you can accomplish it if you know the right tricks.
How to Clean Rust off Metal
Even if you are careful, metal rusts at some point. One option is to throw out the rusted metal and purchase a replacement, but what