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This category contains questions relating to all the odd or unusual problems that occur during everyday life. These are primarily how-to's or fix it issues pertaining to household tasks.

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How do you find the size of a refrigerator?

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There is usually a label on the door or possibly by the control that says how big it is.

What size tablecloth for a 42 round table?

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If the table is 42 inches in diameter and the height is 29 inches then 102 inch tablecloth is perfect fit which gives drop to the ground.

Can you use apple cider vinegar to clean?

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Cider vinegar is a wonderful and time tested household cleaner. You can find out a lot about its applications around the house here: http://www.thenewhomemaker.com/vinegar

What are the 6 common household products?

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Asked by Wiki User

all the cleaning substances like handy andy, and dishwashing liquid. also any chemicals one uses in the house like chemico.

Is there any way you can use your shark steam cleaner mop on carpet?

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The Shark steamer just produces steam and there is no means for the steam or the water generated by the steam to be vaccumed out of the carpet. This would cause the dirty water to just sit in the carpet.

Why do granite counter tops need to be sealed?

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Granite is real stone, and as such it is naturally porous. Microorganisms can grow in the pores and contaminate food on the surface. Makers of granite countertops therefore provide or recommend sealants, usually a form of spray silicone, to minimize the natural porosity of the stone. It should be noted, however, that natural stone countertops are not certified in the United States for use in commercial food processing because of the porosity/microorganism problem. There is another form of "granite" top called "engineered stone" or just "quartz" which is basically a ground up granite mixed with resin. These materials, which go by many brand names, do not require sealing because they are permanently sealed with resin, but they have their own quirks. The main thing for most people is esoteric: if you love the natural beauty of real stone, go for it, and seal it according to directions and keep it scrupulously clean.

How do you remove oil of clove stain from fiberglass?

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Many stains can be removed with alcohol.

Why should you use hot water to make tea?

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The particles in the hot water move much faster than the ones in the cold water because they are heated, so they gain energy, making tea bags brew way faster in hot water than they do in cold.

How do you remove white film from dark hardwood floors?

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Mix 1/2 cup distilled white vinegar in a gallon of warm water. Mop with a sponge mop that has its own ringer. Ring as much water from the mop as possible--leaving water on hardwood floors will damage them.

Does foam keep things cold?

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Yes it would as insulators keep in the heat and keep it out depending on whether the item is hot or cold.

What is the best way to fold a fitted sheet?

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Asked by Todd Ross

There’s really only one way to fold a fitted sheet without succumbing to the frustration that usually accompanies the task.

The elastic bands do present an issue, see, and most of us end up shoving unfolded linens into our closets. That wastes space, and it’s completely unnecessary—folding a fitted sheet is fairly simple, once you’ve mastered the technique.

Here’s the best method:
  1. Start by holding the sheet lengthwise by the top two corners (the short side of the sheet will hang down). Keep the right side (the one that faces up when you put it on the bed) toward your body, but make the corners inside out, so your hands are inside the corners.
  2. Bring those top two corners together. Fold one corner over the other, pulling it so that its elastic fitting covers the other’s.
  3. From the second corner, slide down the edge of the sheet to the next corner. Pick it up and tuck it into the second corner, bringing the elastic over the new corner, like with the first two.
  4. Slide down again to the final corner. Bring it up and tuck it in behind the other three corners.
  5. Lay the sheet on a table. Keep the corners facing up, and be sure to smooth out any wrinkles as you work to keep your linens as flat as possible. Fold the sheet vertically in thirds. Fold in from one side, then the other side (so, while you’re folding in thirds, you’re only performing two actual folds).
  6. Fold the sheet horizontally in thirds using the same process. For larger sheets, you might decide to fold in fourths. By this point, the sheet should be relatively flat, and the elastic should be completely within the folded linen. If the elastic is still exposed, you may have to shake the sheet out and start over.

Folding a fitted sheet isn’t actually difficult, but it requires some precision and attention to detail. Practice a few times, and you’ll get the process down.

To see this in action, here’s a helpful video from Living On A Dime.

Can you compost saltine crackers?

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Yes, saltine crackers can be composted as long as they have not been exposed to contaminants, pollutants or toxins. But they will break down best -- and with the least of attracting foraging domesticated and wild animals -- when sprinkled as ground-up powder in the bin or pile.

How do you clean dishwasher interior?

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To clean the inside of a Kenmore dishwasher Ultra Wash II begin by washing down the interior walls with a wet sponge and some dish soap. They place some white vinegar in a bowl on the top shelf and run it on the quick wash cycle.

How do you clean leather gloves?

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Go to any automotive supply store, find the detailing dept. buy a container of leather cleaner, follow the directions. Automotive leather cleaner, i have found to work really well.

First bought Meguiar's leather cleaner/conditioner for my beige leather seats.....did nothing to clean them (I'm using a horse hair brush). Than bought Autoglym leather cleaner.....also without any improvement. Went to detailer who suggested using Spray Nine on a white rag (white so the colour of the rag doesn't bleed to your seats from the Spray Nine.) This worked awesome, another advantage of the white rag was I could actually see how much dirt came off my seats. I of course conditioned my seats after I was finished cleaning them.

How do you remove tree sap from upholstery?

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We used Citrus Goo-Gone Pro Power to quickly remove sap from our micro suede sofa cushion. It was available at our local Walmart store. Seemed to work well, and left no stain or damage.

How do you remove aluminum foil stuck on interior ceramic oven surface?

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(Wear a professional n95 mask and rubber gloves). Use a straight razor and scrape off as much foil as possible. Get a hold of Mercuric or sulfuric acid. BE CAREFUL not to spill anywhere, work close to a stainless steal sink. Poor a little in a small glass container and bring over stove porcelain surface. Pour the acid onto the foil and wait 3-4 minutes, use paper towel to wipe off the acid, and then a soapy wet rag. Repeat process until all foil is dissolved. Then wash surface thoroughly and repeatedly with a soapy dish towel. Once complete run water in the sink for 5 minutes till any possible remaining accid is flushed from the sink. The foil is gone and the porcelain is preserved. Works great! (Don't breathe the fumes and ventelate the area or move the stove outside)

What to put on a bleach burn?

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A bleach burn is permanent. The chlorine has changed the color of the fabric, as well as weakened it somewhat. Even dyeing the fabric will not conceal the burn; that area will always be lighter in color.

How do you get a sick stain from a cream sofa?

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When the stain is still fresh, apply white wine. The color begins to disappear and then all you're left with is the wet part of the stain. If the stain is dry, then use a little soap that is safe on the material (I would try Palmolive) and hydrogen peroxide. Spray, dab, or pour the mixture on the stain. Been there done that!

What is 3 bucket system?

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The three cycles are wash, rinse, and sanitize.

What can you use to wax your wood floors?

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I have always used Paste wax either clear or colored, that needs buffing and tends to be slippery when you walk on it in your socks, but it nurishes the wood floor and it does not have to be done very often.

Does color duck tape have latex?

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If you have an allergy to rubber (latex) you may want to avoid a lot of skin contact - it's a rubber-based adhesive. regular duct tape is NOT latex free

What is the color of your bedroom?

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Asked by Klforshey

The main bathroom in the house is Arizona Tan from Benjamin Moore.

The master bedroom ensuite bath is a blue faux finish that looks like watered silk.

The powder room off the main entrance is black and white with red accents.

How do you clean rust on springs in a clock?

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To get rust off a watch, use Brasso and an old toothbrush. Dip the toothbrush into the Brasso liquid and gently scrub the affected part of the watch. Once clean, wipe away any residue with a clean, soft, dry cloth.

Can you bleach a lamp shade?

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You would have to be sure that the lampshade is made of natural fibers and does not have a coating that would prevent a dye from being absorbed. Wear gloves and use a sponge to apply the fabric dye. Make sure to let it dry completely.