Home cleaning

Passing time and the frequent use of garments are the main causes of our whites acquiring a yellowish or greyish colour that makes them look aged and unflattering. To keep giving use to these garments, have them regain their original colour and keep their perfect white for longer, there are a number...

Synthetic leather is a fabric that looks very similar to real leather but is usually more affordable. But even though it's a cheaper fabric, you should still look after it. In fact, because this type of leather is of inferior quality, you should take good care of it if you want it to last. If you have...

Questioning whether you can put aluminum foil in an air fryer is reasonable. While it is safe in a conventional oven, it cannot be used in other kitchen appliances such as a microwave. Even when used in the right device, there are guidelines to follow in terms of safety. As the popularity of air fryers continues...

Dark spots on parquet floors are more than just aesthetic concerns, they often signal underlying issues that require attention. Whether you're dealing with mysterious discoloration or trying to prevent future staining, understanding the causes and solutions is crucial for maintaining your wooden floor's...

While beautiful, the interlocked wooden blocks of traditional parquet flooring can be daunting to clean. We want to maintain the integrity of the flooring, but we also want a clean and shiny floor. To do so, we need to respect the nature of the wood by only using the correct products which are suitable...

Glass bottles represent a sustainable choice in our efforts to reduce plastic waste. Unlike single-use plastics, glass bottles can be reused countless times and are 100% recyclable without quality loss. Their durability and non-reactive surface make them ideal for storing beverages and other liquids...

As the seasons change, it's time to revisit your wardrobe and ensure it aligns with the current weather. By effectively organizing your clothing, you'll not only streamline your outfit selection but also gain a clearer understanding of your wardrobe needs. In this oneHOWTO guide, we'll explore when and how...

Whether for the TV, music system or even if you have mechanized blinds, the remote control gets a lot of use. Especially if we don't really know what we want to watch, flicking through channels or options in a streaming menu means we are constantly thumbing the buttons. It is common to eat salty and...

Mosquito screens are a netted screen which covers your doors and windows to stop these insects entering. They have a fine mesh which allows air to enter a room, but hopefully no unwelcome winged guests. Unfortunately, being outside the home, they are exposed to the elements and can accumulate a lot...

Feather pillows are known for their plush and cozy feel, but they are an essential part of your nightly comfort and deserves proper care to ensure it stays fresh, clean, and supportive. Whether you prefer to wash it by hand or with the convenience of a washing machine, this comprehensive guide will...

Cleaning your oven can be a daunting task, but it’s essential for maintaining a clean and safe kitchen. Over time, grime and grease can build up in your oven, leading to unpleasant smells, smoke, and even fires. Are you in possession of an oven that's in dire need of cleaning? If so, then you've come...

Even if it does not look like it, the sink is a real breeding ground for germs and bacteria. The sink is used several times a day, so it gets dirty easily. However, deep cleaning and removing odors from the sink is easier than you think. There are numerous special products on the market, but we can also...

Tupperware storage containers have become almost indispensable to store food in the fridge. But also to take food to work whenever necessary. Taking a lunch box to the office is a common practice, with tupperware being one of the handiest options for most of us. We usually use them to store and transport...

Leather jackets are one of every fashionista's favorite pieces of clothing, especially during fall. However, to keep your jacket in good condition, you need to take care of the material. Unlike other garments, you can not just put your leather jacket in the washing machine. Therefore, in this article, we would...

Some people love ironing. It gives them a chance to put on a podcast and chill out as they satisfyingly relieve clothes from their wrinkles. Others find it a boring and surprisingly complicated task which can all too easily result in damaging their favorite top. Whatever your approach to ironing, it's...

Inflatable pools are the perfect solution for taking a refreshing dip on the hottest days of the year, even if you do not have much space. Inflatable pools require less maintenance than a fixed pool, but it is important to clean them, both the first time you use them (after months of storage) and throughout the...

Silver is a valuable metal from which countless items are made, from beautiful jewelry to cutlery and figurines to frames and a variety of decorative details. Over time, it tarnishes and darkens. The reason for this is pure chemistry: silver reacts with hydrogen sulfide in the air. If you want your silver items...

Ironing clothes is perhaps one of the most tedious and delicate tasks. That's why it's important to have an iron on hand to keep your clothes looking perfect. However, your iron can get dirty from overuse, resulting in a rough and burnt surface. If the underside of your iron is starting to look burnt...

Cashmere or cashmere wool is a natural fiber that comes from goats and is used for sweaters, scarves, gloves, and cardigans. Garments made from this fiber not only feel soft, but are also warm, making them ideal for keeping yourself warm during winter's coldest months. However, cashmere is also a delicate...

Linen is a very particular fabric which has many benefits when using as a clothing material. Perhaps the most important is that it is light and breathable. This means it is the ideal material for warmer climates as more heat from the body will be released. Although linen is made from a light material,...

As with any type of construction, bathrooms and bathroom fixtures go through different trends. Some of this is to do with aesthetic, but much of it is to do with materials and techniques. Some materials are no longer widely available, some are too expensive for common use and others have been shown to...

Vinegar comes in various forms, but we often most associate them with cooking. However, since it is an easily produced mild acid, it is also useful in many household and even industrial processes. This includes cleaning. There are many helpful household cleaning tasks which can be made easier and more...

The use of silicone caulk to fix, seal or repair tiles is very common. It is an ideal material for this type of function because of its adhesive properties. Unfortunately adhesive ability means it can attach itself to places you don't want it to. Even though we may used precautions such as gloves and floor...

If manners maketh the man, chairs maketh the room. Not only for sitting, the right chair or chairs will help perfectly offset or combine your interior. The opposite is also true. Think of every beautiful room ruined by a soiled or inappropriate couch. For many, the way to resolve this isn't to buy new...

It's strange how much of a task cleaning a mirror can seem. On many other surfaces, it is much more difficult to see streaks and marks. With a mirror, even the smallest blemish can become an annoyance. We want our mirrored surfaces to be as clean as possible. To do this, we need to get rid of stubborn...

Especially if we drink it black, coffee stains can be some of the most obvious household spillages. If we have a light carpet in the room, the stains are even more visible. Although coffee can stain clothes, upholstery and even wood, coffee stains on the carpet are one of the most common. This is mainly...

The broom is one of our basic weapons in our home cleaning arsenal. With it we can collect dust, sweep up dirt and sweep up large areas easily. It works due to the bristles on the broom head which pushes dirt around. However, much of this dirt gets stuck in the brush. Hair and lint, in particular, can wrap...

Under estimate the importance of your pillow at your peril. Not only do you need a pillow which is the right size for your head and the right material for your sleep needs, you need a pillow to be clean. Too many of us think it is sufficient to simply clean pillow cases, but leave the actual pillow alone....

Different areas of the home use glass in different ways. This means they become dirty in different ways. The living room, kitchen and bedroom will have different levels of humidity, different uses for the glass and different contaminants. In the bathroom, usually the most humid room in the home, the shower...

Too often we neglect the importance of keeping our mop clean. We may think that simply putting it in the cleaning solution we use to wash the floors will keep the mop sufficiently clean. Unfortunately, since this solution will also contain bacteria picked up from the floor, it will be contaminated. While...

Faux leather, sometimes known as leatherette is a great material for those who can't buy leather, either for budgetary or moral reasons. Faux leather jackets are fantastic for any casual outfit, but they are unfortunately often very sensitive to deterioration. Over time the faux leather cracks and peels...

Whether it’s once a week, once a month or even once a year, lots of us tidy our underwear drawer. However, it’s almost guaranteed that three days later it will be a mess again. We may have tried different ways to sort our undergarments (folding clothes according to Marie Kondo), but they just get messed...

Our shoes help to take care of our feet, protecting them from the elements and from the ground. Keeping them in good condition keeps our feet in good condition. Not only should they have good tread and support our arches, but they should be clean. Bad odors in our shoes come from fungus and bacteria which...

Even when we are being careful, it is so easy to get paint spills on floors when painting ceilings and walls. It is a common headache and removing the paint can be tricky, especially if it has had time to dry. The best thing to do is to remove the paint quickly and effectively, but there is no single method...

Caring for our clothes by washing them properly is essential to keeping them in good conditions. However, the time will come when you will get an unwanted stain that you don't know how to remove effectively. A good example is getting gum out of your clothes. Chewing gum is super sticky and can be difficult...

When we use towels, we may find ourselves drying our face on a section of it and come to the realization it's maybe not the best thing we should be rubbing on our body. If we reuse the same towel after every bath or show, it will collect dirt and mildew. This mildew loves wetness, so if we don't dry the...

We can do a lot to try to keep our white shoes white, but keeping the soles clean is especially difficult. Unless we only walk on surfaces without any dust or dirt, keeping them grime-free is practically impossible. For this reason, we need to find different ways to keep white sneakers clean. If you are careful,...

It happens to the best of us, you've gotten distracted when cooking and accidentally burnt your pan. Thankfully, there are many ways to clean your stainless steel pan. In this oneHOWTO article we're going to show you 6 effective methods for cleaning a burnt stainless steel pan. You can also try this...

Some cleaning jobs in the home can often be ignored for too long. We may keep the home generally tidy, but if we don't clean certain areas regularly, dirt and grime will build up. This is particularly the case with bathtubs. Even though the majority are white, we might not notice mildew and grime slowly building...

Polyurethane spray foam is a fast selling DIY household product. It is used to fill, seal or insulate various parts of the home. These include seams, cracks, joints or frames in various parts of the home. It is commonly known simply as spray foam and is sold under brands such as Great Stuff, Red Devil...

Memory foam mattresses, crafted from polyurethane foam, have surged in popularity thanks to their exceptional comfort and pressure-relieving properties. They offer a supportive sleep surface that many find indispensable. However, daily use exposes them to significant wear and tear. Whether placed in...

Tweed jackets are a fashion staple for many men and women. Tweed is perhaps the most popular fabrics used for making jackets. Not only are tweed jackets stylish, but they are super comfy as well. The level of warmth they provide is far better than most other types of jackets. But like any other fabric, you...

Plastic food containers are available in all different shapes, sizes and colors, and they are indispensable parts of any kitchen and household. Another benefit to using plastic containers is that they are much cheaper and safer than glass containers, because they don't break as easily. But when they get...

A suede couch is a luxury item. It looks plush and provides a luxurious place to hang out and chill. But suede is a little tricky to maintain and keep clean. If your suede couch has fallen victim of grease, you may think that everything’s finished and it will never look the same again. But that’s not...

Coffee - the lifeblood of many mornings, the fuel for late-night projects, and unfortunately, a notorious stain culprit. Spilled coffee on your favorite shoes? Don't fret! Accidents happen, but that doesn't mean you have to resign your shoes to the back of the closet. The following oneHOWTO article explains...

When it's time for washing clothes, there are stains that take more or less time to remove. The different types of substances that can be in the stain, along with the combination of the type of fabric, often make us go crazy when trying to get rid of these marks. Sometimes we even think it has no solution...

Your hair dryer is not just for drying your hair. You can successfully use it to dry your clothes without the need of a dryer too. A hair dryer is easy to carry wherever you go, that is why it is important to learn its additional benefits and uses as well. If your clothes are wet and you don’t have access...

Food colors are amazing. Most of them are safe for health, and they give you great opportunities to experiment with your recipes or even dip dye your hair. Whether you want to turn that milk blue, bread pink or custard green, there is a rainbow of food colors to choose from. Although they are nice to...

The saree, the versatile Indian women's wear is the most elegant dress a woman can wear. There are many different types of fabrics used for making various kinds of sarees. One of the most elegant fabrics is silk which is also known as “Pattu” in South India. The best Pattu saree of south India is the...

Oil stains can and do happen on clothes, but getting rid of them does not come easy. You may spoil your clothes with oil easily while eating, cooking or passing through a garage. Oil stains may actually make your shirt look ruined. Surprisingly, you can handle those discolored splotches on your clothing...