Cleaning

Mixing Rooto drain cleaner, which contains sulfuric acid, with bleach can result in the release of toxic chlorine gas. This gas can cause coughing, breathing difficulties, and irritation of the eyes, nose, and throat. It can be very dangerous and should be avoided at all costs.

First break up any pieces that you can remove with a screwdriver leaving just what is actually stuck to the carpet. Next use several paper towels folded and a medium hot iron and place towels over wax and place iron on top of the towels for a few minutes, you will notice the wax melting and being absorbed into the towels. Keep repeating this process until no more wax can be absorbed into the towels. Remember faster is not better, adding more heat will melt the carpet fibers as well as the wax so be patient.

To remove the smell of mothballs, you can try placing bowls of vinegar, activated charcoal, or baking soda in the affected area to help absorb the odor. Additionally, airing out the space by opening windows and using fans can also help dissipate the smell. Washing any fabrics or items that have been exposed to mothballs can further eliminate the odor.

Ok, it could be that youre not ventilated well enough. The most common thing being if you dry your laundry inside, like on the radiators, it releases all that water and warmth into your home which is perfect for mold. If the mold is near the ceiling around the outside of your house, it could be you have a poorly gutter or leaky roof which is causing water to collect on the walls or in the loft. And it depends on the age of your house! Have you had a damp proof course? AND, is it dry mold or wet? Hope this helps?! *cringe*

If the item was retrieved from the dry-cleaners smelling of kerosene, the odor is actually from chemicals used in the dry cleaning process. The cleaner may re-clean the garment for you free if you take it back and complain. The chemical should have been removed entirely with the initial cleaning. A thorough drying at the cleaner will remove the odor. It will eventually dissipate without a professional drying and you can use air exposure to speed the process. Place the garment in the dryer on the "fluff" or "air" setting, or if heat-safe, use heat.

If it is truly from kerosene, you will have to take a different approach. First you will need to remove the oil base. If the garments are washable, wash in dish detergent, cheap shampoo for "oily" hair or even women's facial cleaner, to remove the oil.

Next, you'll have to deal with the odor. Wash according to manufacturer's recommendations but add baking soda to the wash cycle. Stop the washer at the rinse cycle and add 2 cups of white vinegar. Allow to rotate several times to distribute the vinegar throughout, then turn off the washer and allow to soak for 2 hours before completing the cycle. A long drying time will also help as it increases air exposure and allows some evaporation. Use no heat or "fluff" setting and be sure that the garment contains only the odor at this point and not actual kerosene that may spark. Do not wash or dry with any garments that do not contain the odor.

Other options include soaking the garment in a substance known to neutralize kerosene odor: rubbing alcohol, paraffin oil, mineral spirits. A spot-test should be performed prior to using any of these. All of these will require removal by using the wash and rinse method above.

For non-washable garments, the odds are against you. The best thing to do is have it professionally cleaned. Most home methods include enclosing the garment in plastic along with a substance intended to absorb the odor. First, you should absorb as much of the oil as possible. Methods include spreading with non-clumping cat litter or baking soda and allowing to stand.. Once the oil is absorbed by the substance, vacuum it away and repeat until most or all oil is removed.

Substances used for the enclosed method (use a plastic dry cleaner bag or trash bag) include: baking soda, coffee grounds, charcoal (plain BBQ charcoal that is not treated to be self-starting,) or activated charcoal. Place the substance in a permeable container such as an envelope or small sock inside the bag with the garment, close it and wait.

Another method was to fill the bathtub with hot water and add several cups of white vinegar or ammonia. Hang the garment over the tub and allow to stand.

Vodka has been used for years to remove odors from fabrics. Do a spot-test to be sure there is no interaction with fabric dye. Spray the entire garment with vodka and allow to air until no odor remains.

Heat will speed the evaporation, if the garment can tolerate it.

Permanent markers typically contain a mixture of solvents, colorants, and resins. The ink is usually oil-based or alcohol-based to provide a permanent mark that dries quickly and is resistant to water and fading. Some common ingredients include xylene, toluene, ethanol, and various pigments.

If you have a security tag ink stain in clothing it most be cleaned immediately. You can do so by first taking a white cloth and dabbing as much of the ink up as you can. Then using an eye dropper filled with alcohol blot the stain with the alcohol and repeat using acetone. Next rinse the garment and soak for 30 minutes with one-third cup of detergent. You can also add color safe bleach to the water and then wash the clothing on regular cycle using hot water. This should remove the stain.

If your tub/shower are fiberglass, I find that Easy-Off Oven cleaner [no odor, blue cap] works well for the walls and floor. Removes the soap scum, lime etc with little or no elbow grease required. As for the shower curtain, I just put mine in the washer if not too bad.

A concentration of 1:10 bleach to water is typically recommended to kill mold. This translates to about 1 cup of bleach per gallon of water. It is important to wear protective gear and ensure good ventilation when using bleach for mold remediation.

To remove calcium deposits in an iron, you can mix equal parts of white vinegar and water, pour the solution into the iron's water reservoir, and then turn on the iron to the highest steam setting. Once the iron is heated up, press the steam button to release the solution. Repeat this process until the calcium deposits are loosened and flushed out. Remember to flush the iron with clean water afterwards to ensure no vinegar residue remains.

To eliminate the old smell in old furniture, you can try cleaning the furniture with a mixture of vinegar and water or using baking soda to absorb odors. You can also place activated charcoal or coffee grounds inside the furniture to help remove the smell. Additionally, letting the furniture air out in a well-ventilated area can also help reduce the musty odor.

nope but it will take out some of the color... like if you think its to dark... use petroleum jelly on those areas before you start put a good coating and you won't get stains on your fore head.

To remove dry semen stains from a couch, mix a solution of water and mild detergent. Apply the solution to the stained area and gently blot with a clean cloth. Repeat the process until the stain is no longer visible, then allow the couch to air dry.

To remove a semen stain from a wall, mix a solution of warm water and mild detergent, then gently scrub the affected area with a cloth or sponge. Rinse the wall with clean water and pat dry with a clean towel. Repeat the process if necessary until the stain is removed.

Mixing bleach with gas can produce toxic fumes, such as chlorine gas, which can be harmful when inhaled. It can also create a fire hazard due to the combustible nature of gasoline. It is important to never mix these two chemicals together.

It has been proven that there are many advantages to recycling chemicals used in cleaning processes every day. Two advantages to recycling the cleaning solvents used in the dry cleaning process would be to save the environment and to reduce the cost of this cleaning process.

Its composition depends on the company who makes the shampoo.

The basic ingredients for shampoo is Aqua , Sodium Laureth Sulfate , Sodium Chloride , Cocamidopropyl Betaine , DMDM Hydantoin , Parfum , PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate , Magnesium Nitrate , Methylchloroisothiazolinone , Magnesium Chloride , Methylisothiazolinone , C.I. 19140 , C.I. 42090 .

Bleach kills mold instantly. Try a cleaner with bleach and scrub with a brush. Pour bleach into the bowl and let it sit. Then scrub as usual. If your problem is also with rust in the bowl, nothing I have found works better than Iron Out. You can purchase this in most grocery stores and department stores. I have seen it work on toliets that would simply not come clean with any other product.

In most cases, it is not possible or desirable to sterilize an area; a background level of mold spores will remain - these spores will not grow if the moisture problem has been resolved. If you choose to use disinfectants or biocides, always ventilate the area and exhaust the air to the outdoors. Never mix chlorine bleach solution with other cleaning solutions or detergents that contain ammonia because toxic fumes could be produced.

Those are called candle drip trays or candle holders. They are designed to catch any dripping wax from the candle to prevent it from spilling onto surfaces.

Rust is a chemical reaction involving the oxidation of iron (Fe). This reaction produces iron oxide (FeO). The common forms of reddish brown rust can damage metals, but there other rusts such as bluing can be used to protect also.

To remove red candle dye from carpet, you can start by blotting the area with a clean cloth to soak up as much of the dye as possible. Then, mix a solution of warm water and mild dish soap, and gently scrub the stained area with a sponge. Rinse with clean water and blot dry. Repeat as necessary until the dye stain is removed.

Do NOT EVER use toothpaste to clean your jewelry - its abbrasive and will scratch the metal. I use plain ol windex (amonia) and if you happen to have a steam cleaner put it to use on cleaning your jewelry!! The simple tried and true stuff is usually the way to go - and who cant get ahold of a bottle of windex? - even the knock off will work - as its basic ingredient is amonia.

See your gems and jewels come out sparking like brand new!!

Use a toilet bowl cleaner with bleach or a disinfectant to remove the white stains from the toilet. Scrub the affected areas with a toilet brush and leave the cleaner to sit for a few minutes before flushing the toilet. For stubborn stains, consider using a pumice stone or a commercial stain remover specifically designed for toilets.

Using Clorox toilet bowl cleaner with bleach in moderation should not harm septic systems when used as directed. However, excessive or frequent use of products containing bleach could disrupt the balance of bacteria in the septic system, potentially impacting its performance. It's always a good idea to follow the recommended usage instructions and avoid excessive use of bleach-based cleaners in septic systems.