Leaving clothing in the machine wet is really not a good idea. Moisture breeds bacteria which results in mold. A few hours at best is probably the limit. Not only does leaving it result in possible bacterial growth, it also reduces the freshness and cleanliness of most materials. If you forget your laundry … Read more

Try the new Mr. Clean magic eraser. They work incredibly well at fading marks made by a variety of things. They are also very soft on the surface and won't cause abrasions. Vim is another product that when used gently can make a great difference on dark markings. Dab a little on the … Read more

One thing that is great to try is white toothpaste. It must be an actual paste though and not one of the gels or flavoured types. It may require more than one treatment but soaking the spot should help it fade. Try mixing the toothpaste with some baking soda for additional lift. Soak, … Read more

Sea sponges are best stored dry. Things that are left excessively wet can breed bacteria which are not always visible and harmful to your health. They can be cleaned with vinegar for optimum germ killing. Always squeeze the excess water out before storing it in a safe, dry place that is also very … Read more

The first instinct that most of us would have in that situation is to go for the nail polish remover. This might work though if you try it use one that is acetone free. Acetone will break down the fabric. A product called Awesome is being hailed as a wonderful stain remover guaranteed … Read more

Have you considered having a door installed? Even a temporary door or temporary wall may make a great difference. Fold out dividers still make great partial walls and can also make an attractive home décor piece. You could also try hanging some decorative chains or beads in the doorway to create a barrier. … Read more

It's really not a good idea to put the tile over the glue. It won't save you time in the end when the job isn't done right. You want the tile to fit snugly on the floor and the glue will not allow that to happen. Grab a scraper from a hardware store … Read more

The laws do tend to vary from place to place but most cities will not allow you to build anything at all without prior permission given. Call your local town office for all of the necessary information. To go ahead and build it anyway could result in a healthy fine and the destruction … Read more

Bleach is the best way to eliminate both the smell and the toxins that lie within the urine. Of course it won't be good on fabrics due to the bleaches colours altering. Try natural lemon as an alternative or vinegar soaking the spot. Cats urinate indoors for a reason. It's best … Read more

Contact your local law authority to find out the legal limits on noise for where you live. Often regular living noises are allowed until ten or eleven at night. You may have to have these authorities explain this law to your problem neighbours. Otherwise it certainly constitutes a harassment charge.

Many people choose to lay flooring over other forms of flooring all the time. However, this is not a good time saver. Scraping out the old flooring can be a tough job but if there were a flood or mold problem in the floor, every layer would have to be taken out anyway. Save yourself … Read more

Try looking in the pet aisle of your local grocery store or in your neighbourhood pet store. There are many products designed to treat the heavy pheromone scent left in cat urine. Products like bleach will work but may damage the material. Try the pheromone spray followed by a trustworthy leather cleaner.

If the linoleum is white you can try using a Mr. Clean magic eraser. It works well on most dyes, even black if it's treated quickly enough. An alternative is to try bleaching the area. Of course if the linoleum is coloured these options will not work and the flooring may have to be replaced.

It's highly likely that there is nothing wrong at all. Many appliances heat up upon use due to the electrical currents running through the cord. If you really believe it's hotter than normal then there could be a short circuit in the cord or the outlet. An older vacuum may need to be replaced.

Usually the spot should be really well sanded down with some good carpentry sandpaper. You may have no choice but to start all over with that spot. If it bothers you enough, try sanding it down and repainting. Mud should always be put on in a thin layer, thickening as needed.

No, it certainly is not advisable to machine wash a dry clean only item. There is a reason for the label, often to save and preserve the material. Machine washing can lead to shrinkage or actual rips and tears. If the piece if of value to you it is best to seek out a dry … Read more