Cleaning

Cleaning tennis shoes can be a daunting task, especially when they are covered in dirt and grime from playing on the court or just everyday wear.   While many people opt to clean them by hand, using a washing machine to clean tennis shoes can be a quick and efficient way to get them looking…

I know the makers of Sharpie markers boast that their markers feature permanent ink. When one of your children decides to draw on your carpet or furniture with permanent markers, it sure seems like it will be impossible to get those marks off!   It IS possible, however, to learn how to remove sharpie marks…

  Troy asks: My 13-yr-old son started a fire in our fireplace with out opening the damper, needless to say the entire house filled entirely with smoke before I got home. The good news is we didn’t get a black soot on everything, the bad news is that the entire 4 bedroom home smells terrible.…

Are your towels feeling rough and scratchy? Do you miss the soft and fluffy feel they had when they were new? Don’t worry, you don’t have to replace them just yet. Learn how to soften towels and bring them back to life.    One of the easiest ways to soften towels is to add vinegar to…

Have you ever accidentally left an iron on a piece of clothing for too long, resulting in an unsightly scorch mark? Or maybe you spilled something hot on your favorite shirt, leaving behind a stubborn stain? Scorch marks can be a frustrating and difficult problem to deal with, especially if you don’t know the proper…