My Dryer Thumps When it Is Running

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Diagnosing and fixing a thumping noise in your dryer is a matter of checking a few possibilities and taking appropriate action. Unless you have experience in basic electricity and appliance repair, it may be safer to call in a trained appliance technician. In any event, always disconnect the dryer f

How to Clean Bronze Metal

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Once air and moisture encounter bronze, it begins to appear dull and a green layer begins to form on the surface. While some people like this dark appearance, others prefer to keep the bronze shiny and clean. Instead of purchasing a commercial cleaner from the store, clean the bronze at home with na

How to Repair Grout in Brick

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Grout is used to hold and seal bricks together, so proper grout maintenance is essential to a brick structure's longevity. Over time, grout will begin to crack, recede, and fall out of the joints. This can weaken the brick structure and make the structure visibly unattractive. Repairing grout in a b

How to Remove Stains From an Oven

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Removing stains from an oven can be a difficult task because stains can bake onto the surface during cooking. Whether you have a pan that overflows or grease that splatters, you can find stains on almost every surface of your oven. When you learn how to remove stains from an oven, you can create a s

How to Remove Candle Wax From Hardwood Floors or Furniture

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Candle wax spills and drips can be a challenge to remove from hardwood floors or wood furniture. You would think that you need to apply heat to melt the wax and remove it, but the heat can cause the wood to absorb the candle wax, which can result in the wood swelling and the wax becoming entrapped i

How to Get a Stuck Washer Hose Off a Faucet

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If you leave your washer’s hoses connected to the faucet spouts for too long, any water leaking at the connection between the hose and faucet can lead to accumulation of deposits or corrosion. Thus, removing the hose from the faucet becomes more difficult than usual. Using certain tools and te

How to Get Oil Out of a Couch

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Even though oil-based stains tend to be harder to remove than water-based stains, it's not impossible to get rid of a greasy mark from your furniture. However, the method you use to remove the oil depends on the material your couch is made from. Using the right method and cleaning products increases

How to Install a Transfer Switch

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If you use a home breaker box, you may want to consider installing a transfer switch. A transfer switch is used to control the route of electricity into a breaker panel. The switch is utilized if you experience an electrical outage and need a generator to power your home. In fact, manual switches ar

How to Make a Vaporizer Solution

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A vaporizer is a small appliance that uses steam to add moisture to the air. The increase in humidity soothes stuffy noses, clears chest congestion and alleviates dry skin. Vaporizers are designed to run on plain water, but other ingredients are often added to increase the therapeutic effect of the

How to Clean Sticky Plastic

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Trying to remove the last remnants of tape or adhesive from plastic can be frustrating. It seems there is always a sticky patch that is inevitably left behind. There is a simple way to clean sticky plastic whether on a food container, a picture frame, or any other plastic surface you want to clean.

How to Remove Yellow Stains on Teeth at Home

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Everybody loves a white smile. Unfortunately, everything from food, drinks and simple aging can cause teeth to yellow over time. Some of the worst culprits for yellowing teeth are smoking, coffee and colas. Since teeth whitening is considered a cosmetic procedure, most dental insurance will not cove

Maytag Jet Clean Dishwasher Maintenance

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Most consumers realize the Maytag Jetclean dishwasher, like most appliances, at some point will require maintenance and service to continue to perform at its best. Normal wear and tear can inevitably cause your appliance to experience leakages, clogging, rust buildup and poor performance. By keepin

How do I Clean Oak Kitchen Cupboards?

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Housecleaning is a sore topic in many modern homes. Everyone is busy with work, school and other activities. There is just not enough time in the day to get everything done. Unfortunately, while the dishes are washed and the floors vacuumed, some chores are neglected. Cleaning kitchen cabinets is on

How to Clean Antique Wood Furniture

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Antique wood furniture adds vintage appeal to a home. With proper care and maintenance, antique wood furniture can last many lifetimes. Whether the furniture is finished or unfinished, dirt, dust and old wax buildup can ruin the wood's appearance. Clean the furniture with a mild, oil-free product to

Proper Placement of Stair Treads

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Slips, trips and falls are all too common on stairs, sometimes leading to serious injuries and even death. From 1997 to 2007 the leading cause of accidental injury was falls, occurring most often in the home, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Installing rubber or vinyl sta

What Causes Shower Nozzles to Clog?

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The first sign of a clogged shower nozzle is reduced water pressure. It is a result of less water getting past plugged holes. A second sign is random water spouts spraying water in odd directions. Clogs happen even to self-cleaning shower heads in areas where water is very hard. Regular maintenance

How to Clean Stone Mantels

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Stone mantels, also known as cast stone mantels, are a durable and budget friendly alternative to limestone mantels. They come in a variety of styles and can fit masonry or metal fireboxes that are either gas or wood burning. Though noted for being generally maintenance free, they do require occasio

How to Clean Filter Fingers Using Muriatic Acid

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Diatomaceous earth filters are a special type of filter used to filter swimming pool water. Such filters are equipped with special filtering fingers used to catch the dirt, debris and algae while the water is filtered through the unit and diatomaceous earth media. Throughout the swimming season, the

Is it Safe to Heat Food in Plastic Bowls?

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Before the advent of the household microwave oven, cooking and heating food would take several minutes. However, the microwave oven allows us to cook and heat food in a span of a few seconds. The microwave oven has surely added convenience to people's lives, but safety concerns regarding heating foo

How to Clean a Waffle Iron

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Waffle irons are a wonderful invention. They create great smells and turn out a really fine tasting breakfast all at the same time. The best waffles are those with bits of peaches, bananas, strawberries or tiny chocolate chips baked right in them. These also make a little bit more of a mess than th