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Hoover Carpet Cleaner Won't Stay Upright?I just bought a brand new Hoover pro clean pet carpet cleaner. The problem is I took it out of the box and it won't stay standing upright? Is there something that I'm missing here? Seems like something's either missing to keep it locked into place or something's in the way of it to lock.

 

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Swiffer WetJet Not Spraying?My Swiffer WetJet is not working! I just bought it and it appears the jets don't work! I don't see any solution coming out to clean! What can I do?

 

H2Ox5 Steamer Leaking  - steamer lying on a rug

H2Ox5 Steamer Leaking?My steamer is leaking water at the bottom of the main part, through a little hole in the plastic on the left of the picture, near the main nozzle. I've tried clearing the nozzle hole, but didn't make any difference. Any suggestions if it could be fixed or if it's had it?

 

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New WetJet Won't Spray?My new WetJet won't spray. I have followed the WetJet instructions and it still won't spray.

 

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Battery Case on Swiffer WetJet Won't Open?I'm trying to open up the battery case because my Swiffer WetJet isn't working, but the battery case won't open. I've taken out the screw and stuff, so I know that that's not the problem. I'm trying my hardest without being forceful. I don't want to break it. What should I do to open it?

 

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Swiffer WetJet Refill Won't Lock in Place?My Swifter WetJet refill will not lock in place. I hold the button and push it down, but as soon as I release the button it pops out and doesn't spray. Do I need to replace it with a new one?

 

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Alternative to the Swiffer WetJet?I bought a Swiffer Wet Jet about a year ago, and it worked intermittently. Eventually it was totally dead. I bought a second one and I kept pressing the sprayer button every few days and it seemed to be working when I was not using it. But then I used it ,and, again, it has totally died. Does anyone know of a similar product that really does work-continuously that I could buy?

 

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Changing the Batteries in a Swiffer WetJet?Where are the batteries in the Swiffer Wet Jet? I can't see any place that I can open up to change batteries.

 

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Buying a Handheld Steam Cleaner?Any suggestions on handheld steam cleaners? I don't want to pay too much. I have discovered these clean way better, and I don't have to use chemicals.

 

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Cleaning a Toilet Plunger?How do you clean a recently used plunger that has one of those lips inside that trap the water and debris when using?

 

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Odor When Using Hoover Sweeper for Pets?I have a Hoover Elite sweeper made for pets (no bag). When I use the sweeper the odor is bad. I have tried carpet powder, baking soda, nothing works! Any ideas?

 

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Swiffer Wet Jet Not Working?I have had my Swiffer Wet Jet for 2 months and it is not working. I cleaned the nozzles with a toothbrush and used a toothpick inserted into the nozzles, ran vinegar through it to clean the system, changed the batteries and cleaned the contacts on the batteries. I have done all of the suggestions and it still doesn't work, it is totally dead.

 

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Assembling a Swiffer Wet Jet?I purchased a Swiffer Wet Jet and I inserted the cleaner properly and it says not to remove the lid. How does the liquid come out if the lid isn't open or do you punch a hole in the center of the rubber on the lid?

 

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Swiffer Wet Jet Is Not Spraying?My Swifter Wet Jet button is stuck in the pushed in position and won't pop back up. The mop is not working at all. Can you help me?

 

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Best Vacuum Cleaner for Hardwood Floors and Carpet?Last year I ended up buying a Hoover Linx cordless stick vac and the Bissell Pet Hair Eraser hand vac, as I was so frustrated with our old Miele White Star. Both are decent for day-to-day touch-ups, but my Miele has now totally bitten the dust and I need to buy a new vac this week.

 

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Swifter Wet Jet Doesn't Work?I changed the batteries and now it won't work.

 

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Refilling a Swiffer Wet Jet?How does one refill an empty Wet Jet bottle?

 

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Using a Dry Magic Eraser?Has anyone tried to use a Magic Eraser without getting it wet? What did you use it on? What were the results?

 

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Swiffer Wet Jet Sprayer Falls Out?I just unboxed and put it together, it won't spray the solution. I changed the batteries and tried it before putting the solution back in and the motor seems to work, however when I put the solution in it doesn't clip and will fall out if I try to make the sweeping motion.

 

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Changing Batteries in Swiffer Wet Jet?I can't find the batteries in my Swiffer. Can you help?

 

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Stiffer Wetjet Not Pumping?My Swiffer WetJet is nearly two years old. I change the batteries regularly, etc. However, it has stopped pumping. One can no longer hear the noise of the pumping solution, the light works and everything seems fine. Maybe it's a dead horse! Anyone else have this problem and find a solution?

 

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Homemade Swiffer Duster Refills?Does anyone have an idea on how to make Swiffer type refills? They are so expensive to buy and don't last long at my house with all the dog fur.

 

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Replacing the Battery on a Swiffer Wet Jet?I can't find the battery compartment on my Swiffer Wet Jet. It doesn't look at all like the directions.

 

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Stiffer WetJet Doesn't Work?I have changed the batteries and took them out and re-inserted them, cleaned the spray valves and poked with a pin, all of this and it still doesn't work. When I push the button there is no sound or spray. Does anyone have any other suggestions?

 

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Replacing the Battery on a WetJet?How do I change the battery on my WetJet?

 

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Replacing Velcro Tabs on Swiffer Wet Mop?My Swifter wet mop has no Velcro to stick the pads on. They must have fallen off from too much solution. Any ideas of how I can replace them? Should I just use regular stick on Velcro from JoAnn's?

 

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Swiffer WetJet Is Not Working?My machine is new, it is the first time I'm using it and it is only squirting out of one side. I guess it is clogged.

 

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Changing the Batteries on a Swiffer WetJet?Can anyone tell me how to change the batteries on the old style Swiffer WetJet? It is green, but not with the big bottle holder attached. You can push the purple button to release the bottle, but the green "switch" underneath that does not move.

 

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Using a Steam Mop?Do I have to use anything else other than water in a steam mop?

 

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Replacement for WetJet Pad Holder?My Swiffer WetJet pad holders are gone. What can I replace them with?

 

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Swiffer Wet Jet Won't Spray?I have put a new bottle of solution in the mop, but nothing will spray out. Suggestions?

 

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Using a Hoover Carpet Cleaner?Can you really put boiling water in the plastic tank on a cheap Hoover carpet cleaner without hurting it?

 

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Changing the Batteries on a Swiffer WetJet?I have an older Wetjet and don't know how to change the batteries. They're at the bottom of the Swiffer WetJet.

 

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Repairing a Swiffer Wet Jet?I have a Swiffer Wet Jet CE. The batteries are fine, but when the switch on the handle is pressed the motor does not run to release the spray. Do you have a solution for this?

 

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Removing a Swifter Wet Jet Bottle?My Swifter has no release button on the side. How do I get the bottle off?

 

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WetJet Won't Dispense Cleaner?I haven't used it in awhile, so I got a new bottle of solution, new pad, new batteries and, nothing. I can hear the motor running, but nothing comes out. Am I doing something wrong? I know it's been awhile since I've used it, but it can't be that complicated is it?

 

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Replacing the Bottle on a Swiffer Wet Jet?When I try to insert my bottle of cleaner, I can't. I have tried to insert it multiple ways with no success. Any suggestions?

 

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My Wetjet Stopped Spraying?I bought new batteries and the spray still doesn't come out! I think the commercials are wrong. I am very disappointed.

 

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Bissell Carpet Cleaner Won't Spray Foam Cleaner?My Bissell carpet shampooer won't spray the cleaning solution.

 

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Changing the Batteries on a Swiffer Wet Jet?I have a Swiffer Wet Jet and want to know where and how to change the batteries?

 

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Using a Magnetic Toilet Bowl Cleaner?Do I take the plastic casing off the magnet or do I put the magnet, case and all, in the toilet bowl tank together. How long is it good for?

 

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H2O Mop Not Making Steam?My H2O x5 steam cleaner doesn't give out steam anymore. Can anyone help?

 

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Home Steam Ironing Press Not Making Steam?I have been given a home steam ironing press, but no instructions. It seems self explanatory, but I can't get any steam. Any ideas?

 

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Using Swiffer or Clorox Ready Mops?Can the Swiffer or Clorox Ready mops handle heavy duty mopping or are they for quick clean up jobs?

 

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H2O Steam Mop Makes Noise But No Steam?Can anyone help me please? My wife's steam mop H2O x5 stopped putting out steam. All it does is go hum hum hum hum kind of pulsing like. The element gets hot, but it doesn't put out steam. I think maybe the pump is bad.

 

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Swiffer WetJet Not Working?Where are the batteries located? I just purchased the Swiffer. I never realized that the handle was already extended. I secured solution, pressed the trigger, and nothing happened.

 

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Using Wet Floor Mops?Has anyone used the wet floor mops? I did get one and it was not worth bringing home. I should have bought a Shark, but there are so many. I do not know what to choose. Any ideas?

 

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New Swiffer WetJet Not Spraying?I recently purchased a Swiffer WetJet and when I went to use it, it is not spraying. I have the bottle of liquid in it that came with it. I must be doing something wrong. Please help.

 

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Refilling a Scrubbing Bubbles Shower Machine?How do you put vinegar or cleaner in your Scrubbing Bubbles shower cleaner machine?

 

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Using Homemade Swiffer Wet Jet Pads?How do I fasten homemade Swiffer wetjet pads to the mop head?

 

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Dirty Water Container Not Filling in Hoover Rug Cleaner?I have a fairly new Hoover rug cleaning machine with two containers. One is for the solution and the other is where the dirty water flows back into.

 

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Substitute for Swiffer Dry Mop Cloths?I have 2 large long furred dogs who shed constantly. The Swiffer dry refills are great for my tile floors, but very pricey. I tried the store brand, but they really don't work very well. Then I tried a fabric softener sheet and it worked just as well, but was too small to put on the Swiffer dry mop.

 

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Shopping for a Dust Mop?I would like to find and buy another old-fashioned dust mop like I used years ago on all my floors.

 

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Knit or Crochet Swiffer Pad?I would like to know how to knit or crochet a reusable swiffer pad.

 

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Softening Microfiber Cleaning Cloths?I hate the feeling of microfiber towels or cleaning cloths. Is there anything that takes that pinchy feeling away?

 

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Removing Black Marks on Iron Soleplate?How do you remove black marks off the bottom of a electric iron?

 

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Vacuum Smells Bad?I have an annoying smell coming from my vacuum. I inserted a new bag, and cleaned the tools. The smell is still there. What else can I do?

 

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Using Pine-Sol in a Hoover Steamvac?I have a Hoover Steamvac and would love to use my Pine-Sol cleaner solution in it. Would this damage the cleaner?

 

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Using an H2O Vacuum?I am having problems with the H2O vac. Should vapor come out of the vacuum? Mine does not have visible vapor, although the water is getting dirty. I also need a extension handle. Does anyone know where I might buy one?

 

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Repairing an H2O Mop?My H2O mop quit working. I took it apart and it started working again. As soon as I put it back together it quit working. I am thinking it might be the pump that is going bad. Do you have any other suggestions that might help me with getting my H2O mop rolling again?

 

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Making Your Own Rag Mop?I want to make my own rag mop as the traditional store ones fall apart after I've used them for a month, especially if I bleach them.

 

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Reviews of Steam Mops?I am looking to purchase a steam mop or cleaner. I have tried one and was very unhappy with it. There are so many to pick from, I would like to hear from other buyers on what their experiences have been and if they have found one they are happy with. Thank you.

 

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Thrifty Options to Replacement Pads for SM50 Mopheads?What are some thrifty options for replacing the cloth pads on the mophead for a model: SM50 RN electric steam cleaner?

 

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Making Triangular Steam Mop Covers?Does anyone know how to make triangular steam mop covers? I go through so many each time I clean that I would like to have more on hand. They are washable, but I would like to have more on hand. I can knit and sew, but not crochet.

 

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Cleaning the Spray Nozzles on a Swiffer?I have a Swiffer that is about 6 months old, but one sprayer does not work. Nothing comes out of the spray hole. What can be done?

 

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How Do I Remove a Swiffer Bottle?How can I take off the bottle on a Swiffer without pliers?

 

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Repairing a Scunci Cleaner?My Scunci steamer cap is locked, it's not opening. What can I do?

 

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How Can I Make a Duster With a Dowel and Netting?Does anyone have directions for making dusters on a dowel stick using netting?

 

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Hoover Floormate Reviews?What are the ratings for the Hoover Floormate hard surface cleaner?

 

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Reviews of Mint Automatic Floor Cleaner?Has anyone used the Mint Automatic Floor Cleaner?

 

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Upright Vacuum Cleaner Reviews?What is the best upright vacuum cleaner? One that uses bags and also bagless styles.

 

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Cleaning a Lil Green Machine?I have a Lil Green machine and I love it. My only problem with it is I can't figure out how to get the see through plastic on the handle (brush) off so I can clean inside of it. Hair and lint, etc. gets trapped in it.

 

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Carpet Shampooer Recommendations?Does anyone know which store bought carpet cleaning machine works best and easiest on cat messes? I need to tackle my carpeting and the cats have been bad. I have CFS and need a simple, quick and effective method.Buttercup admits it: "We're guilty!"

 

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Are Dryer Balls Safe?Has anyone ever heard of a dryer ball being involved in a fire or smoldering clothes?

 

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Old Style Mop That Uses a Clamped on Towel?Does anyone remember the old mops that had a clamp on the end for attaching your own towel? Does anyone know the name of them or (even better) where I can get one? I'm sick of replacing destroyed mops that don't really work anyway. Help?

 

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Putting Together a Clorox Ready Mop?Where can I find instructions as to how to assemble the Clorox ready mop? It looks like the top piece is missing from the mop.

 

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Make Your Own Swiffer Pads?I think Swiffer cloths are too expensive. I live in an old house and have hardwood floors throughout in addition to two dogs. I am leery of some suggestions for cleaning fluid, washcloths, and the dogs on the wood floors. Any other ideas are greatly appreciated.

 

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Replacement Parts for H2O Steam Mop?I have an H20 mop (regular not Ultra) and liked it the first two times I used it. After the second time, the little screw holding the handle and base together loosened and rolled away.

 

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Buying Replacement Cleaning Pads for Shark Floor Steamer?Where online may I purchase cleaning pads for my Shark floor steamer? The machine came with one each rectangular and triangular.

 

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Rug Shampooer Recommendations?What is the best rug shampooer to buy?

 

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Cleaning a Dirt Devil Shampooer?I have a Dirt Devil shampooer and need to clean the clear head where all the gunk gets sucked up. It won't come apart and needs to be cleaned badly. Any suggestions? Thanks :)

 

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Will Cotton Poly Sheets Make Good Cleaning Rags?I have some old sheets I'm wanting to cut into squares and use for cleaning and picking up spills. They are part cotton and part polyester. Will they soak up spills or would they need to be 100% cotton?

 

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Use Nylon Netting For Scrubbers?I want to make some scrunches with mesh netting. Can you please tell me how to make them? I have mesh netting fabric, but don't know how to make them.

 

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Floor Cleaner Reviews?I'm looking for floor cleaners and mops which run on electricity. I need these cleaners for my house. Please advice which are easy to use, which do not occupy too much of space, and can clean in small areas.

 

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What is a Roomba?What is a Roomba?

 

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Removing the Bottle on Swiffer Wet Jet?How do I remove the bottle from my Swiffer Wet Jet cleaner?

 

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Little Green Machine Won't Spray Cleaner?My Bissel Little Green Machine does not spray cleaning fluid. the pump is running, I have had the handle apart. Where might this be plugged and how do I clean it?

 

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Clorox Ready Mop?How do I refill the cleanser on the Ready mop?

 

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Cleaning Rust And Dirt From A Steam Iron?How can you take rust off your steam iron?

 

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Reinstalling the Clean Delivery Tank on the Hoover Floormate?I just bought a new Hoover Floormate, but after putting it together and removing the "clean delivery tank" I can't get it reinstalled all the way. Anyone else run into this problem with the Floormate? I can't call Customer Service till tomorrow since today is Sunday.

 

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Rowenta Soleplate Cleaning Paste?Where can I find more Rowenta paste to clean my iron? Or can I mix up my own paste? What are the ingredients?

 

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Best Vacuum for Laminate Flooring?What is the best vacuum or sweeper to use, to pick up pet hair and dust on laminate flooring?

 

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Refilling the Swiffer Bottle?Is there a way to refill the swifter wet jet bottle?

 

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H2O Mop Reviews (As Seen on TV)?Anyone use the H2O mop?

 

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Homemade Swiffer Wet Mop Replacement Cloths?I am looking for a way to make my own "Swiffer" Wet Ones sheets. I don't use them very often because of the price, but I do like to have them for a fast clean up.

 

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Plugged Nozzle on Swiffer Mop?How do I clean a plugged nozzle on a Clorox Ready/Swiffer mop?

 

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Cheaper Alternative To Swiffer Wet Jet Pads?Anyone know of anything that can be used for the Swiffer, other than the pads that are supposed to be used with it? They are so expensive. I am talking about the ones used to scrub the kitchen floor, the dry ones.

 

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How To Open The Wet Jet Battery Compartment?How do I change the batteries on the Swiffer Wet Jet?

 

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Steam Iron Not Working?My Steam Press SP-600 will not heat at all. Lights all work, but it just won't heat up. Could someone tell me what may be the matter?

 

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Bissell Little Green Machine Reviews?How effective is the Bissell Little Green Machine Model: 1400D on upholstery and carpet that has not been cleaned in a long time.

 

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Making a Rag Mop?Does anybody know how to make a rag mop? I have a lot of towels that have seen better days that I don't want to use in my (new) bathroom. They are still in reasonable condition if rather dingy looking but seems a pity to toss them or use them as floor cloths.

 

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Removing Odor From Dish Sponge?How to get rid of odor from dish sponge?

 

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