Tag: Wood stain

When was the last time you cleaned your luggage? No, not using a vacuum attachment to suck up any dirt, crumbs, and schmutz that have accumulated inside your suitcase over…

Photo: Thomas Holt (Shutterstock) When you look up how to clean them something, you inevitably find that you’re instructed to use cold or hot water. But really, what’s the difference?…

Photo: Nick Alias (Shutterstock) Mattresses don’t come cheap, so it’s in your best interest to take care of them. In addition to covering them with a mattress protector and removing…

I’m going to admit upfront that I’m a big Windex girl. It’s cheap, it’s always available, and it’s easy to spray on everything from mirrors (normal!) to tabletops (nor normal!)…

In addition to shoes and clothing, suede can be used to upholster furniture—most commonly, couches, chairs, and ottomans. And like the apparel and accessories made from the fabric, suede furniture…

Some of the first mass-produced laundry detergents were bars of soap that were used with a washboard and washtub. Powders and liquids became the detergents of choice for modern washing…

On the beautiful, sunny days of spring, bird poop will suddenly appear on all your patio, railings, and outdoor furniture. Online, there are all kinds of suggestions for what you…

Tree sap can get on your clothes, car, shoes, deck furniture, and countless other places you might not expect it. Here’s how to clean it off. Use a small amount…

Photo: Ume illustration (Shutterstock) Whether you find velvet tacky or classic, you’ve probably noticed that the plush material has enjoyed a period of popularity over the past few years, adding…

Photo: Phillip Foster (Shutterstock) Out of all the usual household tasks, washing the floors is one of the easiest to put off (repeatedly). It’s a lot of hassle to go…