Elias Weston

How to

Know if You Have Dust Mites

Dust mites are present in all homes and are impossible to eradicate completely. You can see if you have dust mites by looking under a microscope and using a home testing kit. If you have allergic reactions to dust, that�...

How to

Remove Perfume Stains from Fabric

Many people don’t realize that even clear perfumes can stain and leave residue on pieces of clothing. Because many perfumes are alcohol based, they typically leave oily-looking spots on fabrics if they are sprayed dire...

How to

Remove Blood Stains

Whether they’re from unexpected nosebleeds or accidental cuts, blood stains are unsightly marks that can ruin everything from your clothes to your carpet. Thankfully, there are a number of tried and true methods you ca...

How to

Polish Metal

Metal, whether it’s made of steel, copper, brass, or silver, has an unfortunate tendency to tarnish and stain over time. Luckily, it’s pretty easy to remove these stains by coating metal with a specialized cleaner, t...

How to

Clean Silicone Lube from Sheets

Silicone-based lube is one of the more popular varieties of lube, as it can be used with latex products, won’t come off in water, and will last a long time during sex. But, because of how resilient it is, that means it...

How to

Clean a Blood Stain from Car Upholstery

Depending on your car upholstery, some methods of cleaning a blood stain will be better than others. It is important to deal with the blood stain immediately, as fresh stains are easiest to remove. Time and heat can set ...

How to

Remove Banana Stains from Fabric

Bananas are a portable, filling, and easy to eat snack that people of all ages, and all around the world, enjoy. Although seemingly harmless, bananas can leave tough stains on a variety of fabrics, especially if the bana...

How to

Clean a Sofa

It is an inevitable fact of life--sofas get dirty. Chip crumbs find their ways into the cracks, drinks get spilled, and pets track mud all over the surface of these sturdy pieces of furniture. Luckily, cleaning a sofa is...

How to

Clean Rust and Stains from a Tin

Whether it's prized cooking ware or precious antiques, water can be a serious threat to your tinware. Due to an oxidization process, rust forms on moist metal objects after a matter of days. With a little bit of creativi...

How to

Wash Linen Shirts

Linen shirts are super comfy to wear in both warm and cool seasons, and they can last for a long time if they’re well-cared for. Instead of popping your linens in with the rest of your laundry, separate those pieces an...

How to

Clean Copper Coins in Seconds

Brighten old, dark pennies in seconds! No scrubbing necessary at all. The effect is achieved only where the mixture has been in contact with the coin, so ensure you cover the entire coin!

How to

Remove Burned Food from Aluminum Cookware

You might have a beloved cookware set that you use all the time. What happens when it starts getting brown or black marks on it? With some proper care, you can remove burned food from aluminum cookware.

How to

Get Rid of Gnats in the Kitchen

Gnats are flying insects that come from damp soil and are drawn to fruit, rotting plants, and standing water. They are often confused with fruit flies, which are very similar household pests. Once gnats get into your kit...

How to

Use Oven Safe Glass Bakeware

Many people are concerned about cooking with Pyrex or Anchor Hocking glass bakeware because it may break. While breakage may occur, it is highly unlikely, especially if you follow the manufacturer's directions included o...

How to

Wash Linen Curtains

Curtains are a lovely addition to any home; they add softness to the room while also adding privacy. Not all curtains can be cleaned in your washer; some require dry cleaning. Some are more durable and can be thrown in y...

How to

Get Dust Off Vinyl

Vinyl records have a warm tonal quality when they’re played, and they’re durable enough to last you a long time. But whether they’re new or vintage, vinyl records can easily collect dust and need to be cleaned regu...

How to

Polish Copper

Copper plates, decorations, and jewelry can be a beautiful addition to any home. However, copper can become dull with time and requires regular polishing. You can polish copper fairly easily with household supplies like ...

How to

Wash a Linen Jacket

A linen jacket is the perfect accessory for your wardrobe. It can give your outfit a casual appearance or lighten your look, which makes it perfect for warmer seasons. Unlike cotton, linen becomes softer the more often y...

How to

Remove Spots from Linen

Easy ways to eliminate linen spots once and for allLinen is a delicate fabric with fibers that can become easily damaged by stains. Special care is required to remove stains from linen so that the table cloth, fancy nap...

How to

Clean Dried Blood

To clean dried blood, always use cold water. Pre-treat clothing stains with an enzymatic cleaner, hydrogen peroxide, or salt, then launder the item with an enzyme detergent. To clean upholstery, blot stains with a deterg...