How To Get Fleas Out of Your Home

There's nothing worse that coming home to a home full of fleas. You can get rid of fleas in your home by spreading Diatomaceous Earth around the floor of your home. Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth is non-toxic to pets and humans. You can even feed it to your pets or livestock or take it internally yourself to control parasites. Spreading DE throughout your home will end the life cycle of fleas that come into contact with it. Flea eggs are not harmed by DE, so you will need to have patience and wait until the eggs hatch and the newly hatched fleas meet their match. DE is a much safer alternative to toxic pesticides that may or may not work. You can find food grade DE at most health food stores.

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How To Remove Stubborn Grease Stains from Clothing

There's really no secret to removing grease stains from clothing. Many stubborn stains will come out just by pre-treating your clothing in regular clothes detergent. But sometimes you'll find yourself with a set in stain that refuses to come out. That's when I turn to Dawn dish-washing detergent. Just squirt some Dawn on your clothing stain and let it sit until you're ready to wash it. This tip works particularly well with grease stains on clothing from food.

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How To Remove Mold & Mildew from Outdoor Furniture

A quick tip on how to remove mold & mildew from outdoor furniture! No need to run to the store to get rid of that mold or mildew. Just look in your kitchen cabinets for the secret ingredient: Vinegar! Just put some vinegar in a plastic spray bottle and spray it on the moldy or mildew spots on your furniture. Give it a few minutes to eat away the mold or mildew and then rinse. If you just happen to have a bottle of tea tree oil lying around that you never use, this can also be used to kill mold and mildew on your outdoor furniture.

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How To Clean a Plasma TV Screen

What's the best way to clean a plasma TV screen? If you can't find instructions for cleaning the screen in your plasma TV owner's manual then the safest way to proceed is to use a microfiber or pure cotton cloth. Gently remove the dust from the TV screen with the cloth. If you need to you can use a little warm water to remove any smudges. Do not use any harsh chemicals for cleaning your plasma TV screen under any circumstances.

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How To Get Your Snap-On Tools Fixed for Free

Snap-On tools have pretty much the same guarantee as Craftsman Tools. - It breaks, we fix or replace it. - I've used and trusted Snap-On tools for about 15 years now. I used to work in an auto body shop and learned quickly how long cheap tools really last. I recently had both a Craftsman ratchet and my Snap-On ratchet break at the same time. I went to my local Sears and they replaced the Craftsman ratchet, no questions asked, since the actual head of the socket receiver broke in half. I've also been keeping an eye out for a Snap-On franchisee so I could get my Snap-On ratchet repaired or replaced. Luckily, I was driving by an auto shop last night and saw a Snap-On franchisee truck sitting in the parking lot. I quickly pulled up to the truck and grabbed my broken Snap-On ratchet from the glove box. The franchisee was quick to repair my trusty Snap-On ratchet. Within 15 minutes the innards of my ratchet were brand new. I'm thrilled to own such quality tools. There's nothing like getting your Snap-On tools fixed for free!

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How To Clean LCD Computer Screen

The best way to clean a LCD computer screen is to first turn the monitor off so the screen is dark and easier to see. Use 1 part distilled water mixed with 1 part white vinegar. Moisten a clean cotton handkerchief with the mixture and very gently wipe down the LCD screen. If you're not comfortable using this homemade LCD computer screen cleaner there are commercial LCD cleaner preparations available, but they can be expensive. Again, to prevent any scratches it is very important to be very gentle when cleaning your LCD computer screen.

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How To Keep Brown Sugar Soft

The best ways to keep brown sugar soft are as follows:

• Store brown sugar in a glass jar or other glass container.



• Add a piece of apple in with the brown sugar when storing.



• Add a piece of bread into the container where you store your brown sugar.



• Alternatively, store your brown sugar in the freezer. It will stay soft.



• There are also terra cotta discs made specifically for keeping brown sugar soft.

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How To Make Hummingbird Food - Homemade Recipe

If you want to make hummingbird food for the hummingbirds visiting your backyard feeders then this simple homemade recipe is exactly what you need.

Hummingbird Food Ingredients

• 1 - Cup Water



• 1/4 - Cup Sugar

Bring the 1 cup of water to a boil. Add the sugar to the water. Using a spoon, stir the sugar until it is completely dissolved into the water. Let the mixture cool completely. Once the mixture is cool, you can fill your hummingbird feeder with it. Remember to clean your hummingbird feeder at least once a week. To speed up the process, you may boil the water in your microwave. Although at one time it was common practice, do not add any food coloring to your hummingbird food mixture. You can make hummingbird food and store it for up to a week in your refrigerator.

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How Corn Gluten Meal Works

Corn Gluten Meal (CGM) is a by-product of the corn wet milling process that contains the protein fragment of the corn. Patented in 1991 by researchers at Iowa State University, Corn gluten meal is considered a non-toxic natural alternative to synthetic pre-emergence herbicides. But the chief question is, does it really work? And if so, how?

Corn gluten meal inhibits the formation of roots of germinating plants primarily by desiccation. CGM will not kill existing weeds. As a matter of fact, CGM contains 10% nitrogen by weight. Meaning, if you apply it to an existing stand of weeds you'll just be encouraging their growth. CGM should be applied before any germination of weed seeds. You will also need a bit of luck on your side as corn gluten meal needs a dry period after the weeds have germinated to thoroughly kill the germinating weed. If there is an extended period of moisture in the soil after germination, the weeds will continue to form roots and grow on.

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How To Care for Wicker Furniture

The best way to care for wicker furniture is to regularly dust it with a horsehair brush. If you spill any liquids on your wicker furniture clean them as quickly as possibly with warm water mixed with a little dish detergent. Although wicker is used frequently as indoor furniture it can quickly dry out in this environment. Wicker furniture can actually benefit from a humid environment. Moving indoor wicker furniture outdoors under a covered porch will help to keep the wicker from drying out. Absent moving the furniture you should occasionally run a damp rag over the wicker to help with keeping the fibers moisturized. If you keep your wicker furniture outdoors you can buy some wicker furniture covers to keep it from being destroyed by the elements. Try to give your wicker furniture a good thorough cleaning at least once a year. Washing with warm soapy water followed by a gentle rinse from your garden hose will help keep it in good condition. Give your wicker furniture the care it deserves and it will serve you well for many years.

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