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- 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: 878 - 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: 1001 - 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: 1010(1 vote) - 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: 1011 - Basic Things to Know and Understand in Using Sealer for Concrete Floor - by Submitted on May 28, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanConcrete flooring is quite common and its use is quite widespread owing to the fact that it is cheaper and also easier to install. The usual method of laying down a concrete floor is standard, that is, the ready mix concrete is laid down on-site where the floor is supposed to be. In some cases, ...
Views: 1229 - Good Choice of Paint for Concrete Floor - by Submitted on May 28, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanConcrete floors are much common in the basements. If your basement has a stretch of flooring made of concrete finish, it might be quite boring. Gray concrete flooring looks just blank and can't help you have a great looking space. While reworking a space having concrete base, you can consider ...
Views: 1564 - Considerations in Applying Epoxy Paint to Garage Floor - by Submitted on May 28, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanIn recent times, the popularity of epoxy paint coating for garage flooring has increased manifold, and it can be attributed to its many good points and the fact that it comes in a variety of colors that you can choose from. The durability of epoxy paints has always been talked about and another ...
Views: 1256 - What is the Best Fit Paint for Floor in Garage - by Submitted on May 28, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanMany home owners prefer to keep their concrete garage floors unpainted. The reason is hot tires, weather, moisture, rough use can be real hard on the paint, causing it to peel off. Hence, people believe it is better to keep it unpainted, than see your efforts and money go waste. However, ...
Views: 1739 - Benefits of Using Mats for a Garage Floor - by Submitted on May 28, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanThese days, garage is not just a place where you park your car. Instead, a garage is used for many other purposes. There are a number of reasons for ensuring appropriate garage flooring, including protection from chemicals, oil spills, providing comfort for legs while working in the garage and ...
Views: 1706 - 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: 959 - Options for Garage Flooring - by Submitted on May 27, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanA BMW or Porsche might be your prized possession, but they are no good if you do not have the place (read garage) to keep it. Or even if you have a garage, you don't feel like parking your snazzy car in there as the garage seems too old and run down. Is that the case? Well, if that is the case, ...
Views: 1231 - What is the Proper Tile for Garage Floor - by Submitted on May 27, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanWe invest a considerable amount of time and money on flooring our entire home to protect it from possible damage and also to add glamor and beauty. But at the same time, many of us hardly spare a thought when it comes to our garage floor. Being one of the most neglected part of many houses, they ...
Views: 1258 - 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: 1205 - Procedure for Removing Vinyl Flooring From Concrete - by Submitted on May 27, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanThe flooring of a room is something that takes a lot of effort and money to install. If you are remodeling your house, and want to change the ambiance and look of a room, then putting in new flooring is a good albeit expensive option. Before you can install the new flooring of your choice, you ...
Views: 10425 - Mixtures and Choices for Vinyl Cleaner - by Submitted on May 25, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanVinyl floors are great looking, quite expensive and a fave of many home owners. These are available in sheet or tile form and can be installed over the existing flooring. As these are available in sheets and tiles you can choose the best alternative depending upon your rooms. What's more, they ...
Views: 1245 - 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: 1019 - 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: 1043 - Installation Tips for Floating Type of Vinyl Flooring - by Submitted on May 25, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanA floating vinyl floor can be installed anywhere in your home and on almost any surface. In today's times vinyl flooring has become a economical option as far as flooring is concerned. It has been used extensively as a convenient and a surviving floor option. Vinyl flooring are available in ...
Views: 1534 - Best Carpet and Flooring Option Effective for a Basement - by Submitted on May 25, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanDo you wish to remodel your basement into a useful place for multi activity? Of course, the huge area space of a basement can be utilized for myriad activities. It can be used by children for playing, as an indoor entertainment room, etc. For the remodeling purpose, you need to make changes in ...
Views: 1403 - 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: 964 - Determine How Effective is Your Control for Rat - by Submitted on May 23, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanAs one of the larger home pests, rats can be frightening to many homeowners. Larger than mice, rats have a keen sense of smell, touch and taste, but their vision is poor. They are active throughout the year, but are mostly nocturnal. Common types of rats are Norway and roof rats. They are both ...
Views: 663 - Way to Get Rid of Rats in the Attic - by Submitted on May 23, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanLike thieves that don’t want to be discovered, pests live wherever they feel they can hide the best. In most homes, this tends to be the attic. Although some homeowners have refurbished attics, newer homes may not have done so yet, leaving them susceptible to becoming a home for rats. Knowing ...
Views: 1327 - How to Prevent Mice Inside Your Home - by Submitted on May 23, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanMice are a common rodent in North America, although they are found throughout the world. There are over 20 different types of mice, the most common being the white-footed mouse, the deer mouse and the field mouse. Although they are a popular pet, wild mice can be harmful home pests if not ...
Views: 833 - 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: 1126 - Soaps and Detergents Can Perform and Act as Pest Control Agent - by Submitted on May 23, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanSoaps have been used to control insects for more than 200 years. Recently, there has been increased interest in and use of these products. This change is due to a better understanding of how to use soaps most effectively and a desire to try insecticides that are easier and safer to use than many ...
Views: 752 - Way to Clean and Organize Your Garage - by Submitted on May 22, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanFor some homeowners, a garage is little more than a storage shed, but that doesn't mean your garage can't be organized. Here are tips for organizing your garage so you can reclaim some lost space. First, you need to stop seeing your garage as an extension of your attic or a substitute for a ...
Views: 1305 - How to Get Those Spider Webs in Higher Places - by Submitted on May 22, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanGetting rid of spider webs in places that are hard to reach, such as ceilings, is easy to do if you have the right tools. This article aims to provide you with some helpful tips for removing spider webs that have been created in high or otherwise difficult-to-reach locations. Before beginning ...
Views: 1216 - 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: 1091 - 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: 1021 - 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: 1134 - 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: 991 - 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: 879 - Alternative Cleaner for Doors of Your Shower - by Submitted on May 20, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanWe all enjoy our showers, after which we come out squeaky clean. However, in this process of cleansing ourselves, the shower doors often get soiled with soap scum. Renovating the bathroom to have a sparkling shine only lasts for a few days. After some days, the luster is buried behind the soap ...
Views: 1317 - If You Have Hard Time Controlling the Bee What You Should Do Next - by Submitted on May 20, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanFor most people, bees inspire both love and hate. On one hand, they are extremely helpful in aiding the growth of flowers, as well as necessary to produce honey for our tea and desserts. On the other hand, they have stingers which can be fatal if used on people or pets with severe allergies. To ...
Views: 753 - 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: 1104 - How to Make Homemade Grout Cleaner - by Submitted on May 22, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanGrout is usually made of either Portland cement or epoxy . It is applied in the space between two tiles in order to hold them in place. Grout surface is very porous and can easily absorb dirt and grim, which over a period of time lead to discoloration and appearance of dirty stains. No matter ...
Views: 2414 - Tips on How to Choose Good Cleaning Products - by Submitted on May 22, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanWhen we decide to change our house into a sanctuary and to keep it like this for a long time, we must choose the products we use for house cleaning very carefully . Firstly, let's see what types of home cleaning products we need. Here are the products that should be found in any ...
Views: 792 - Enzymatic Cleaner in Its Different Applications - by Submitted on May 22, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanA clean and hygienic house is essential for the overall health of you and your family members. To ensure complete cleanliness, the task of stain removal gets really very important. But sometimes it gets very tiresome to clean those stubborn stains and grimes from the household goods. In such ...
Views: 1350 - 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: 871 - Different Approach on Cleaning of Bamboo Floors Effeciently - by Submitted on May 17, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanThe natural look of bamboo floors add a lot of elegance to the interiors of the house. Basically, bamboo floor is made of bamboo grasses. It is considered as a suitable alternative for hardwood flooring and is more environment friendly. This is because the grass needed for manufacturing the ...
Views: 758 - Easier Way of Installing Cork Flooring - by Submitted on May 17, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanRemodeling any part of your house can seem a daunting proposition at the best of times and when you are on a budget, it becomes quite stressful. The flooring of a house makes a big difference in the overall decor of the house and any household remodeling that involves flooring can turn out to be ...
Views: 844 - Cork Flooring Applicable for Basements - by Submitted on May 17, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanCork is a beautiful, natural, eco-friendly material that is now popularly being used as a flooring option in different parts of an interior setting. Not only is it aesthetically appealing, and provides a break from the regular wood and tile, cork flooring is also a highly durable material that ...
Views: 1666 - 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: 1111 - 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: 1019 - 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: 921 - 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: 930 - 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: 1148 - Different Cleaning Remedies That Can Be Done at Home - by Submitted on May 15, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanLike many other inventions, most of these home cleaning remedies have been chanced upon. Someone somewhere dropped some ketchup on a decorative copper plate, and while trying to get it off, discovered that it made the metal shine! Most other house cleaning remedies have been discovered in ...
Views: 795 - 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: 1204 - 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 ...
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