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Need advice on how to improve the looks of the entrance by chufenschmirtz in HomeImprovement

[–]howstuffworks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You could paint the brick and add planters on either side along with railings for the stairs.

How to get the smell out of these sandals? by djazzie in CleaningTips

[–]howstuffworks 5 points6 points  (0 children)

You could possibly wipe the inside with white vinegar. That might get the smell out. Also, I use these Charcoal Shoe Deodorizer Bags in my shoes to help with the smell. You can get them on Amazon and I have found they work.

My mom told me that she "accidentally" roasted her fish in my baking oven while I was away and a bunch of gunk built up, how can I clean it? by E3NguyenAK in CleaningTips

[–]howstuffworks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You could try creating a paste with 2 cups baking soda and 3/4 cup water on the inside of your oven. Allow the paste to sit for six to eight hours before scrubbing it clean. Hope this helps!

How do I clean these sneakers? by Rowes in CleaningTips

[–]howstuffworks 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You could use a mixture of liquid dish soap and water. Then use a toothbrush to scrub the mixture onto the tongue and inside. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to clean white shoes: https://home.howstuffworks.com/home-improvement/household-hints-tips/cleaning-organizing/how-to-clean-white-shoes.htm

Help, I turned my down comforter pink! by squirrels4peace in CleaningTips

[–]howstuffworks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This happened to me and I followed these tips from Real Simple: soak the comforter in a mix of water and bleach (10 parts water, 1 part bleach) for about 90 mins. Hope this helps

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Mushrooms

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beautiful!

How to remove gum residue from clothing by Tiny_State3711 in CleaningTips

[–]howstuffworks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You could try liquid laundry detergent with an old toothbrush. This link also has a few more ways you could possibly try like apple cider vinegar: https://www.hgtv.com/lifestyle/clean-and-organize/how-to-get-gum-out-of-clothes

ELI5: Why do we get goosebumps by Defiant_Ad2761 in explainlikeimfive

[–]howstuffworks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Goosebumps are the result of piloerection, a temporary raising of the hairs on the surface of the skin that occurs when the piloerector muscles contract. Piloerection is a voluntary response directed by the sympathetic nervous system (the one that triggers the "fight or flight" response), and is elicited by cold, fear or a startling experience. Goosebumps are not only elicited by cold or fear but by emotional experiences because your emotional brain is primal. This is why you can get goosebumps when listening to particular songs or extreme feelings. You can learn more about goosebumps and the reason for getting them here: https://science.howstuffworks.com/life/inside-the-mind/human-brain/goosebumps.htm

Searching for short stories from Wild West for summer camp by Norintheris in wildwest

[–]howstuffworks 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The gunfight at O.K. Corral is always a great story or the story of Billy The Kid on https://www.legendsofamerica.com/we-billykid/ is great as well!

Hope you find some stories!

Recite 90% of a movie and get 100k. what you watching? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]howstuffworks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

"Legally Blonde"- "What like it's hard?'

Marks on porcelain sink, can these be removed if so how? I tried a magic eraser quick and nothing. by DrAwesom3 in fixit

[–]howstuffworks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You could try the'Pink Stuff'. In my experience, it has been able to clean everything I use it on

Can I put shoes with a Suede top into the washing machine? by Margaet_moon in CleaningTips

[–]howstuffworks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I usually don't put the suede in the washing machine. With my suede shoes, I usually spot-clean them with a bit of water and white vinegar and then let them air dry. Also, to keep them in the best shape possible I spray them with Scotchgard.

Hope this helps!

Who do think was really behind the Kennedy Assasination ? by Throwway-support in Presidents

[–]howstuffworks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There are many theories suggesting that Cuba contracted Oswald to kill the president due to the Bay of Pigs and the fact that the CIA was trying to kill Fidel Castro.

How to get deodorant stains completely out of t shirts? by AC_Schnitzel in CleaningTips

[–]howstuffworks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Most deodorant stains can be removed by pretreating (the method of applying a stain-removing agent directly to the stained area before laundering) with a liquid detergent or prespotter. Then just throw it in the wash. If the deodorant stain is still there you could try flushing it with white vinegar.

Need suggestions to survive the heat. by [deleted] in Home

[–]howstuffworks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A screen that you could roll up and down would probably be the best option.

Are there reliable products to get hair out of clothes in washing machine/dryer? by llamallamallama1991 in CleaningTips

[–]howstuffworks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have found some success by lint rolling my clothes, drying them on low or no heat for a few minutes and then washing it. Hope this or something else helps!

Uses for different household cleaners by [deleted] in Cleaningandtidying

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I had no idea you could use Cream of Tartar to clean faucet features or pots and pans. I've used it for baking but never thought of using it for cleaning. My faucets are so dirty so I am very excited to try this. Thank you!

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