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Cleaning smelly, smokey furniture
Hello I purchased a set of 1940s furniture as shown below and unfortunately it's stinks of smoke and an old smell. I'm currently trying vinegar and bleach to get rid... See more
Turpentine odour
I have used turpentine to kill bora in a set of drawers. I aired them in fresh air for 3 days . 3 coats of chalk paint, followed by 3 coats of cabots varnish to seal ... See more
How do you clean a leather rag rug...should I put into machine on gen?
@ auction, I bought a leather rug, looks like those fabric rag rugs, and now wondered how I would clean it.... in machine on a gentle wash; wash by hand with "shampoo... See more
How do I clean this beautiful old rocker?
Found this beautiful old rocker for sell on side of road. Need help on how to clean the buildup on top of rocker and make it smell better. Has a very old smell to it.
What to do about a stinky apartment toilet
We just moved to San Antonio and we were blessed with a wonderful apartment, but the upgrades are still going on throughout the complex. We on the other hand have a t... See more
Pet Urine removal
I rescued a huge rug (worth saving) but it has smells to it ~any suggestions?
Remove odor from antique dresser drawers
My dressers are 65 year old mahogany. My clothes all smell like old musty wood. There is no water damage or mildew, just old age. I have tried odor neutrilizers, news... See more
A foul smell similar to a light Sewer smell that comes & goes
With no rhyme or reason this light sewer smell has been present for many years on and off. I’ve had a half dozen plumbers attempt to figure it out. One Plummer cut ... See more
Weird smell from a cork stopper
Hi. I bought this jug with cork stopper at Ikea. The cork stopper has a weird and heavy smell. Is there anyone knows how to get rid of the smell?
How can I get the Rustoleum Paint Smell out of my headboard?
We got this headboard at rehab store. A bargain. Hubs sanded,and painted with rustoleum, a coat of primer, coat of white and then a clear gloss coat. We waited in bet... See more
How do I get cigarette smoke smell out of a piano?
I got a beautiful piano for free and was so excited tillthe deloveryman asked me if I smoke. He ssod the piano smells. I used rubbing alcohol a d a paper towel to cle... See more
How do I get rid of the smell of my straw jute rug?
I love this rug, and especially that its all natural, but my husband hates it because of the smell. I admit it stinks, but I hate to part with it. Miss Kitty really l... See more
How to get cat pee smell out of couch?
My dear cat had an accident on my couch, leaving behind an unpleasant smell and unsightly stains. I'm determined to tackle this issue head-on, so I would greatly appr... See more
Musty/closed up smell in newly purchased home
i just bought a home that had been mostly vacant except part time weekends for the past 10 years and the home smells musty. It is kinda hard to open all windows and d... See more
How to get rid of musty smell in upholstered furniture?
Hey folks, I'm dealing with a bit of a stinky situation over here😁😁😁My favorite upholstered chair has been sitting in storage and has developed a musty smell... See more
Why does my washer smell like fish?
I've noticed a fishy smell coming from my washing machine. What is the reason for this and how can I clean my washer to get rid of the odor?
What could be causing a smell coming from under the kitchen sink?
For months now we have smelled a funny odor under the kitchen sink, it’s a new home on a slab, it has an aav valve a dishwasher and disposal, I have cleaned all tho... See more
How can I keep my small patio dog hair and smell free?
I have a small patio off the front of my apartment that I've turned into a little garden. I have 2 welsh corgis who shed a LOT! I keep the poop picked up but between ... See more
How can I get rid of the urine smell from a tile floor?
the area is not big but it is at the entrance of the front door. I wash the tile floor and the odor comes back in a couple of day.
My oven smells like dead mouse - help!
As the title says, my oven smells like dead mouse. I've cleaned inside the oven, taken the oven out, and cleaned the back - the rodent smell is still there. Where is ... See more
What can I do about the musty smell in my second hand drawers? Help!
I got three second hand drawer pieces last year. The musty smell is driving me nuts. I HATE smells, especially musty damp smells. I can't get rid of it. I have used v... See more
Stubborn urine smell in carpet and hardwood floor area.
Having an old, arthritic dog in the house can be a challenge if she urinates during the night. We have shampooed, rinsed, shampooed, rinsed and repeated many times. U... See more
How to steam clean blinds?
Hi, I was wondering if it is possible to clean blinds with a handheld steamer and what process I should follow.
UPDATE! Upcycle a torchiere floor lamp?
UPDATE!!!any ideas on how to upcycle this floor lamp...my brain is in a creative slump and I can't thinkoutside the box LoLIt does work and I'd love to have it outsid... See more
How do you seal crackle paint,to use a dresser for your bathroom?
How do you get rid of squirrels in your home?
As I chronicled in my recent blog post on squirrel eradication, our family has had the recurring problem of furry vermin taking up residence in our attic and chewing ... See more
How do you deal with rabbits that poop and kill your grass?
I have a back yard that has dead patches of grass where the rabbits sit and eat it and then poop and pee. I’ve tried increased watering to dilute it but still havin... See more
Outdoor inflatables: yay or nay?
Giant inflatable decorations can make a bold statement in your yard, whether it's for holidays, special occasions, or just for fun.Some people love the festive and wh... See more