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- Reason Why Vinyl Flooring a Good Choice for Basement - by Submitted on May 27, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanWhile replacing basement flooring, you need to take a lot of care. Not only because remodeling can be quite a task, but because with a room like basement you need to take into account things like the dampness of the area and the moisture content. To ensure that your flooring is not affected by ...
Views: 1217 - Way to Get Rid of Mold in Your Bathroom - by Submitted on May 15, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanBasically, mold is a living fungus that grows in those areas of the house which are damp and humid like bathroom and basement. Mold in bathroom can be identified with greenish black specks on the surface of the walls, ceilings and corners of the floor. Cleaning bathroom mold is important not ...
Views: 1216 - Bacteria from Cockroaches Could Possibly Contaminate Your Food Anytime - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanAmongst all the insects public health authorities have to deal with in urban environments, cockroaches occupy an important place. Nowadays cockroach populations appear to have more or less replaced populations of domestic flies as the main domestic urban pests, but their presence in homes and ...
Views: 1192 - Concerns to Consider in Buying Grout Steam Cleaner - by Submitted on May 07, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanSteam cleaners are amazing equipment which can be used to cut down grout cleaning time. With steam cleaners for grout you can get better results than those you get after using the traditional ways of cleaning floor grout. With the advancements in technology, you can find steam cleaners that not ...
Views: 1189 - Proper Way to Remove Crayon Stains from Clothes - by Submitted on May 15, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanRemoving stains from clothing is a tough job, and something most of us hate. Whether it's ink, grass, or paint, removing stains from clothes through repeated washing can be cumbersome. Even crayon stains might not come off instantly, and clothing may require a few cycles of thorough washing ...
Views: 1162 - Learn How to Unclog and Clean Bathroom Sinks - by Submitted on May 22, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanThe alarm rings, the day calls. You get up but are half-asleep. You start doing your morning rituals. One of them is brushing your teeth. In your half-asleep state, you open the tap of the bathroom sink. A while later you see water filling up your bathroom sink! Now, you are wide awake! Worry ...
Views: 1146 - Mouse Proofing Tips for Your Home - by Submitted on May 23, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanMice control tops the list as one of the most costly and damaging pest control issues in the United States. Mice can not only survive in many environments, but thrive in them as well. In fact, a female mouse can have as many as 100 baby mice in one year. Mice consume our food and contaminate our ...
Views: 1139 - Proper Cleaning and Removal of Baby Food Stains on Clothes - by Submitted on May 17, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanKeeping a baby clean at all times can be quite a task! No matter how well mommies may love to dress up their babies, it doesn't take much time for any baby to accidentally drop some of the baby foodstuff on his/her clothes. Cleaning the clothes to get rid of the baby food stains can really be a ...
Views: 1123 - Way to Get Rid Bees On Your Own - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanContrary to what their stingers may suggest, bees are actually very helpful to growing flowers and vegetables that don’t attack unless provoked. But because their stinging can still pose a threat to some (especially those with bee allergies), getting rid of bees becomes a major priority for ...
Views: 1122 - Choices of Sponge for Proper Cleaning Application - by Submitted on May 20, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanCleaning sponges are made of porous material to make cleaning easy and effective. They are usually made up of cellulose fibers, nylon or plastic polymers. Cleaning sponges can make your cleaning task much easier and simpler. Your kitchen platform (countertop) or your messed up dining table can ...
Views: 1119 - Tips in Choosing a Good Carpet Shampoo - by Submitted on May 06, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanWhether it is a piece of unicolor carpet or a royally embroidered piece, carpets beautify the interiors of a house. Since they are laid on floors, it's very natural to observe accumulation of dirt and dust over a period of time. You walk, sit and your kids play over it, making it vulnerable to ...
Views: 1118 - How to Clean Shower Tiles Properly - by Submitted on May 22, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanIf you think that the best way to clean shower tiles is with hot water only, then think again. There may be more than 2 or 3 people in your house and every day, people take showers in the same bathroom. Splashes of water, soap, and shampoo can be left behind on the shower tiles and that could ...
Views: 1105 - How to Clean Furniture Items After a Flood - by Submitted on May 02, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanWhen your house floods, the water can wreak havoc on the structure of the house, your personal belongings, and the health of the environment inside your home now and into the future. Faced with no flood insurance and lacking resources, many do not even know where to start. Here are some tips on ...
Views: 1083 - How Important is Vacuum in Carpet Cleaning - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanVacuum cleaners are one of the most convenient appliances of our modern times. Without them, cleaning basic wall-to-wall carpeting would be nearly impossible. Older vacuums were heavy and expensive but newer technologies have enabled the creation of much lighter and more compact versions. The ...
Views: 1072 - How to Remove Stain Like Ink in Carpet - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanHave you been the victim of an ink stain? Try not to explode along with your pen. The written word may live on forever, but an ink stain doesn't have to be permanent. Use these cleaning methods so you can experience a better ending. The first step in removing an ink stain is to identify the ...
Views: 1061 - How to Find Cost Effective Flooring - by Submitted on May 25, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanIf you are looking for some flooring ideas that are both practical and durable apart from being attractive, then vinyl flooring is an ideal choice. Vinyl flooring is available in a variety of colors, textures and patterns. This type of flooring is very easy to clean and requires no maintenance. ...
Views: 1054 - What to Do to Remove Lipstick Stain on Clothes - by Submitted on May 17, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanSo an enthusiastic hug from your date, has left you with a lipstick stain on your favorite shirt? Well, firstly, be a gentleman and return the enthusiasm with equal fervor. Try to forget about the charming imprint till you can come home and read this article! Your paranoia is quite ...
Views: 1032 - Considerations in Cleaning Bathroom Grout - by Submitted on May 22, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanOnce you are out of the shower and getting ready for the day, you don't wish to go back inside and clean the bathroom walls again. Soap scum and mildew stains can turn shiny bathroom walls looking dull, dirty, and/or worn out. As a weekly house cleaning chore, you push yourself into cleaning ...
Views: 1030 - Considerations in Preparing the Work Area During Vinyl Installation - by Submitted on May 25, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanVinyl flooring is quite popular in modern homes. This is mainly because it is available in wide range of attractive colors and patterns that suits the interior designing of the modern homes. It is not very expensive and highly durable. Besides, it has got a waterproof surface and can be used in ...
Views: 1029 - Controlling Pest Through Biological Process - by Submitted on May 31, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanBiological control is an environmentally sound and effective means of reducing or mitigating pests and pest effects through the use of natural enemies. The aim of Biological Control is to promote this science and technology through publication of original research articles and reviews of ...
Views: 1023 - How to Clean a Home with Lots of Pets - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanPets are an important part of our lives and our homes but they do leave lots of hair, dander among other things in our home. We really start to notice it when we want to clean for a holiday party or company. Dog hair, cat hair, cat vomit, dog vomit, more hair, and hopefully no other types of ...
Views: 1023(1 vote) - Proper Way to Clean Bird Cage - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanCleaning your bird's cage can at first seem like a tedious chore. With so many bars, cracks, and crevices to scrub, it can be hard for new bird owners to figure out where to start. According to Stewart Colby, DVM, practitioner of exotic animal medicine in Alpharetta, Georgia, cleanliness may ...
Views: 1013 - Tips on What to Do Before and After Cleaning Your Carpet - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanAll cleaning professionals should utilize the following procedures before, during, and after the carpet cleaning process: Inspect carpet for visible damage - Carpet should be inspected thoroughly prior to beginning the cleaning process. Note stained areas, areas of heavy traffic, snags, ...
Views: 1012 - How to Clean Your Glass Shower Doors Efficiently - by Submitted on May 20, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanGlass shower doors can be a classy home decor theme. They look really stylish and add a glamor look to your interior. Initial enthusiasm and excitement about shower glass doors gets washed away when the proper maintenance of the shower glass doors is missing. A small scratch can take away the ...
Views: 1003 - How to Prevent Defects in Dyeing a Carpet - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanThe carpet industry does a remarkable job of manufacturing millions of square yards of carpet with one of the lowest claims rates as a percent of sales of any industry. However, carpet is a fabric and defects do occur. Most defects are identified by quality control prior to leave the mill, but ...
Views: 1003 - Way to Kill Fleas Fast - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanA good place to start is by bathing your pet. Drowning fleas is a possibility and it can be one of the best ways to quickly get them off your pet. Choose an appropriate flea control shampoo, and use a small-toothed comb to go through each section of his or her hair to pull out any fleas you can ...
Views: 986 - Prevention of Soiling Problem in Carpet - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanFiltration soil is a term used to describe dark, grayish lines that may appear on carpet. This is not a carpet defect, but a situation in which dust and other airborne pollutants can accumulate on the carpet face fibers in areas with a concentrated flow of air over the carpet or through tiny ...
Views: 980 - What Flooring to Use in a Wet Basement - by Submitted on May 23, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanBasement can prove to be a very functional and useful area in a home for recreational as well as storage purposes. But, there are so many people who cannot use the space in the basement because it remains wet for most of the time. However, there are ways in which the problem of wet basement can ...
Views: 980 - Understand the Nature of Calamity Like Flood - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanFloods are high water levels above the banks of a stream channel, lake shore, or ocean coast that submerge areas of land that are usually dry. They are natural, reoccurring events in every stream, lake, and coastal environment. The duration of floods ranges from minutes to months. A flood can be ...
Views: 979 - Special Coating Technique for Flooring in Garage - by Submitted on May 27, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanThe garage is the most neglected part of the house. It is because of this that the garage gets smelly and dirty and requires constant repairs. The garage floor space also needs to be constantly touched up with paint because it is utilized the maximum. Now we will be looking at the floor ...
Views: 975 - How to Get Nail Polish Stain Stuck on Your Carpet - by Submitted on May 06, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanSpilling of nail polish on carpet is a common occurrence when you are giving yourself a home manicure. Such an incident upsets us a lot and we wonder how to get the nail polish out of carpet without causing any kind of damage to it. There is no doubt about the fact that the stain of nail polish ...
Views: 973 - Basis for Choosing a Good Mosquito Repellant - by Submitted on May 14, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanThere is a variety of repellents on the market that promise to be natural mosquito repellents. Like everything else in life, some of these products work better than others. With repellents, they either work or they don't--there's no in between. If you are sitting outside by a fire, you likely ...
Views: 972 - Kitchen Cockroach Preventive Tips - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanCockroaches are known carriers of serious diseases, such as, salmonella, dysentery, gastroenteritis and other stomach complaint organisms. They adulterate food and spread pathogenic organisms with their feces and defensive secretions. Asthmatic reactions: Cockroaches must molt regularly ...
Views: 962 - How to Prevent Mosquito Bite and Natural Way to Treat if Bitten - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanThe exchange of mosquito saliva and blood provides a perfect situation for the spread of disease. The diseases spread by mosquitoes include Malaria, Encephalitis, West Nile virus, Yellow fever, and Dengue fever. The prevalence of these diseases depends on the geographic location. Certain ...
Views: 944 - Approach of Cleaning and Removal of Different Type of Stains from Clothes - by Submitted on May 15, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanRemoval of stains from clothes is necessary for proper care of the clothes and to increase the usage of the clothes. Stain removal is an easy task with some simple stain removal tips. However the material of the cloth decides whether the stain can be removed or not. Stain removal is always quick ...
Views: 938 - Right Way of Cleaning Damp Carpet - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanA damp carpet can be more than a nuisance; it can cause a handful of other problems. Wet or damp carpets are the perfect breeding ground for fungus, including mold. Mold will live and feed on damp carpet causing unsightly stains, a musty odor and the potential for health problems in all who are ...
Views: 938 - How to Perform the Tender Loving Care for Your Carpet - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanTo quote Walt Disney, "Sooner or later gravity will catch up with you". Everything eventually ends up on the floor regardless of the flooring you select. Fortunately, carpet can be vacuumed and contaminants can be extracted and removed from the home. Unless you plan to vacuum your hard floors, ...
Views: 937 - Choosing a Cover That Prevent Bed Bug - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanBed bug mattress protectors can protect you and your family from bed bug bites. Find out how to choose a cover that works! A bed bug mattress protector is almost a necessity these days. The news is full of stories of bed bug outbreaks in department stores, hotels and homes. One way to deter bed ...
Views: 933 - Basic Approach on the Control of Cockroach - by Submitted on May 06, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanThere are plenty of rumors around the origin of a cockroach. The idea that a cockroach survived what killed every dinosaur on the planet is just one testament of the odd strength of these small but filthy pests. They get their well-deserved association with filth from the fact they enjoy garbage ...
Views: 931 - Cleaner Containing Chlorine is Not Advisable for Rust Removal in Vinyl - by Submitted on May 15, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanVinyl, the popular name for polyvinyl chloride, is a synthetic man-made substance which is made from ethylene and chlorine. It is a type of plastic. It was invented as a cheaper and durable substitute to metal, and to counter its (metal) disadvantages. Vinyl is simpler to produce, simpler to use ...
Views: 927 - How to Avoid Carpet Color Change - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanIt is normal for carpet color to change after it has been placed into service. Color is affected by sunlight, humidity, heat, atmospheric contaminants, cleaning chemicals, heating gases, and even foot traffic. Some of the most common complaints with carpet color change are not really color ...
Views: 916 - How Acids Work in Cleaning Grout Haze - by Submitted on May 07, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanWe always tend to tile the walls of our bathroom as well as the floors and many times the walls of our kitchen. I am sure you must have heard about the grouting process of tiles. Grouting tile floors is a very common and an essential process without which the tiles won't remain fixed. Grouting ...
Views: 909 - How to Manage Residue After Cleaning of Carpet - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanNo matter which method of carpet cleaning you use, you are going to leave behind residues. You can pre-condition with any type of detergent, use an alkaline rinse, an acid rinse, or water rinse, and you are going to leave behind residues. That sounds bad, but it doesn't have to ...
Views: 899 - How to Keep Your Pet Safe During Flood - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanFirst and foremost, your response to any natural disaster depends on what type of disaster it is. No matter what the disaster there is always the chance that you may have to evacuate your home. If this happens you have to have a plan for your family and that includes your pet. The most ...
Views: 898 - If You Think Bed Bugs are Uncontrollable, Learn to Prevent It - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanBug control is often one of those things you do not think about until it becomes an incredible problem. From bed bug control to treating cockroaches and flies, many creatures can easily invade your home. The good news is that bug control methods have improved greatly. You can now find a wide ...
Views: 896 - Basic Means of Cleaning a Small Cut Wound - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanSkin wounds need to be thoroughly cleaned as soon as possible to reduce the risk of infection and scarring and to promote healing. Minor cuts and scrapes usually don't require a trip to the emergency room. Yet proper care is essential to avoid infection or other complications. These ...
Views: 891 - Caring and Maintenance of Cultured Marble - by Submitted on May 20, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanCultured marble is made from marble dust and high strength polyester resin in a process that involves several steps. It is usually stronger than common marble and is widely used in bathroom surfaces and products like shower pans, bathtubs, vanity tops, shower surrounds and bases. Though they are ...
Views: 891 - Proper Cleaning of Windows - by Submitted on May 22, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanWe hate to see dirty streaks on the surface of window panes, or layers of dust and grime accumulated on the window frames. However, keeping the windows clean are not so easy as they are constantly exposed to dust and dirt. For window cleaning, there are two options available with you. Either you ...
Views: 884 - Natural Control Methods for Termite at Home - by Submitted on May 04, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanIf you have a termite problem in your home, don’t panic. There are effective measures, such as termite baiting, to control termites. Alternative Termite Treatment Methods Sodium Borate has been a popular alternative treatment for subterranean termites in the last few years. Popularized in ...
Views: 873 - Cockroach Really is a Bacteria Carrier - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanAccording to the National Pest Management Control Association: "Cockroaches have been reported to spread at least 33 kinds of bacteria, six kinds of parasitic worms, and at least seven other kinds of human pathogens. They can pick up germs on the spines of their legs and bodies as they crawl ...
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