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Ceilings are one of the parts of your home that you always see but seldom clean. The nature of ceilings makes them somewhat difficult to clean. Unfortunately, ceilings do get dirty and are rather unsightly when they are covered with dust or other stains....

Before cleaning your pallet, put on thick gloves and inspect the wood visually for stains, protruding nails and code markings. Once you confirm that the pallet is safe to use, hose it down outside with a garden hose or power washer. Scrub the wood twice w...

There are several ways to effectively clean drinking glasses with everyday household products. Wash glasses regularly with warm water and a minimal amount of dish soap, and allow the glasses to air dry. If you use a dishwasher, opt for a gentle cycle and...

Wool carpet is a beautiful investment for your floors. It's durable, stain-resistant and environmentally friendly. However, there are some things you should keep in mind to keep it clean, like vacuuming regularly, blotting spills immediately and using a s...

As copper pennies continually change hands, they become prone to tarnishing and collecting dirt. This makes them harder to distinguish from other coins and may make you reluctant to handle them. What you may not realize, however, is that you likely have a...

Nicotine poisoning in your cat can occur through either ingestion or absorption of a tobacco or nicotine product, like cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, e-cigarette juice, nicotine patches, and nicotine gum or candy. Once nicotine is in your cat’s syst...

You might have seen your fav celeb or social media influencer rocking a scrunchie in their hair. The fun colors, the silky material, and the interesting patterns all make for cool accessories to any outfit! If you’ve got a scrunchie you want to wear, try...

More than just a fire-starting device, Zippo lighters can also be a fashion statement. One of the coolest things about Zippos is that you can perform tricks with them to impress your friends. While tricks like the "basic squeeze" are fairly easy to learn,...

Do you want to link your bank account to your Venmo? If you use a larger US-based bank, you can do so instantly. If not, you can enter your account information manually to have access to your funds within 1-3 business days. This wikiHow teaches you how to...

The unicorn frappuccino might have come and gone, but you can still enjoy this mythical sweet drink by making it at home. This neon pink frappuccino is sweetened with condensed milk, white chocolate, vanilla ice cream, and candy! Running through the drink...

Body stretching has become a common practice, particularly in ear lobes. The term "gauges" often refers to the size of the opening and jewelry. In order to keep your widened ear piercings clean (and free from infection), you must perform routine cleansin...

A gas log fireplace offers a safe and energy-effective way to replicate a traditional wood fireplace. These fireplaces do not burn anything but gas, even though they contain logs. These logs are ceramic and painted to look like burning wood logs. The comb...

Wooden bowls add warmth and style to your decor or dining room table settings, but they require different care than standard glass or plastic dishes. With regular washing and occasional treatments with oil, wooden bowls will last years. When you have toug...

You may have a daily routine of brushing and flossing to keep your teeth clean, but what can you do to straighten your teeth? Having straight teeth not only looks nice, it can help prevent tooth and jaw problems in the future.[1] X Research source...

Down pillows are made from the soft feathers on the underside of a goose. Unfortunately, over time these pillows are susceptible to dirt, dust, and grime. While it may seem complicated, cleaning your down pillow is easy. You can clean your pillow in the w...

Nalgene bottles are convenient to carry and to use, but it is important that they are cleaned after a few uses. You can wash these bottles with dish soap or put them in the dishwasher. If you have sticky residue or strange odors coming from the bottle, a...