The mad dash to install tile in our homes left a maddening cleaning problem in it’s wake – dirty, discolored grout lines that are labor intensive to clean. Make the cleaning less labor intensive and grout lines look like new again with these easy ways to clean grout. Buy a Toothbrush Purchase a cheap, stiff ...
Unless you have taken the time and energy to invest in a grout sealer, you will find that the grout in your bathroom will begin to accumulate dirt and it will stain more easily over time. Here’s how to clean grout the easy way. Old Toothbrush Dentists advise us to replace old toothbrushes every 3 ...
When a family decides to sell their home, nothing is more frustrating than having it sit on the market month after month with no offers. Some easy tips can give you the advantage over other homes in your area, and make your home sell quickly. 1.) Get rid of the clutter. Buyers that walk into ...
Without proper maintenance, tile grout can become discolored, filled with mold and mildew, and downright nasty. The surface of the grout is porous, which means that if it is not properly sealed dirt, grime and water can easily get trapped in the tiny holes in the surface of the grout. This leads to discoloration and ...
Sometimes we get so caught up with expensive, new and “improved” products that we forget the best cleaning products for us (both economically and environmentally) are probably already in our cabinet at home. I always thought the only good uses for vinegar were soaking cucumber slices and making volcanoes explode. It is extremely versatile and ...
When I saw the ad for a powerless cordless scrubber for the bathroom by Black & Decker I got real excited, because I have a kitchen scrubber that makes my life easier and I wanted the same help in the bathroom. Actually, I wanted more help in the bathroom. For some reason, it’s easier to ...
When you flip houses for a living, you install more than your fair share of tile and grout. Last week, I let (begged) a friend of mine to help me seal a floor that I had to get done in a hurry. Because I wasn’t there to give her any instruction, she mopped the sealant ...
Depending on the size of the installation job, installing wall-to-wall carpet can be overwhelming and an intimidating task. However, with the correct tools, small jobs can be done by the average do-it-yourself homeowner. Some tools you will need, such as a knee kicker, seam heater and carpet stretch can be rented from a hardware store ...
The grout between tiles can get moldy and mildew can grow on the tiles. Tile grout will start to turn gray after some time and use. A professional will clean the grout between tiles with a Dremel tool but you can get the grout clean without the use of a Dremel tool. To clean the ...
