Cleaning the filter on a vacuum.I bought a used vacuum cleaner and love it but it has a filter on it that is really dirty. I was wondering if there is a way I can clean the filter so that I don't have to go out and buy a new one right now? The vaccum is a bagless one that has the canister that catches the dirt and the filter I'm referring to fits down inside the canister. Thanks for any ideas!
Hepa Filter for Vacuum?We were given a sweeper as a gift, it requires those hepa filters to be replaced. I have been putting it off because it is $20 or more for one filter. It is very dusty. Does anyone have a cheaper solution?
Making Your Broom Last Longer?You can get more life out of your broom by occasionally snipping the dirty tips off with scissors.
By Lisa T.
Looking for Advice on Carpet Cleaners?Can someone tell me the name of a good carpet cleaning machine. Would like some input before I buy one. Thinking of Bissell.
Sandy
Looking For Bluing?Years ago we use to buy a product called Bluing. It made white clothes brighter and cleaner looking. Have not been able to find it now and really need it. Seems the bras and other whites turn dingy and nothing we have tried will bring the whites back to life. Any one here know where i can find this product again?
Tonya
What to do with Rags When They're Too Worn Out?I use rags for cleaning (old, faded, and/or stained towels and sheets) to save money and not have to buy paper towels, etc. and to not have to throw so much away. So, does anyone have any tips on what to do with the rags when they're even too worn out to be used as rags?
Compact Carpet Scrubber Reviews?Just curious if anyone has used any of those small compact carpet spot scrubbers. Our 10 week old puppy is a mess and he has made everyone else in the house forget where their bathroom is (outside). I know housebreaking is a process but I don't have the energy or the time to drag the big carpet scleaner out every day. If anyone has had any experience with one of these please share any positive, negative and brand info.
Thanks!!
Rachlls in TX
Bagless Vacuum Build-Up - Cleaning a Bagless Vacuum?Is there any way to clean the middle inside part of a bagless vacuum?
Burnt Starch off a Clothes Iron?Good afternoon. I iron and starch my clothes every day. Recently, I got burnt starch on my iron, and I cannot use it. Does anyone know how to get that burnt starch of the iron?
Looking For Lemon Sponge With Soap?Has anybody seen these in their local stores? It's a soap sponge (yellow) in the shape of a lemon, one side is spongy the other is a scrubber and inside it has a soap bar. Typically it's used for washing dishes but it can be used for most anything. It's made by O-Cedar. I've checked their website and can't find it.
Feedback About Wal-Mart Carpet Shampooers?I have an older model carpet shampooer and has no rotator brush. It just sprays out the water and sucks it back up. Can anyone tell me how good those shampooers are that you rent from Walmart (or the supermarkets) and do you have to buy the soap that goes with it?
Saving Money on Swiffer Mops?Any one have any hints on how to save money on Swiffer mops? Both the cleaner and the mop heads.
Who Makes Shower Power Cleaner?Can someone please tell me who makes Shower Power Cleaner? It comes in a blue spray bottle, has a minty smell? Thank you very much.
Homemade Fresh Brush Refills?Does anyone have some ideas for making your own Fresh Brush refills? I love the idea of a disposable toilet brush head, I just don't like the price, esp. since I swish the potty almost every day.
Cleaning With a Steamer - Advice and Reviews?Has anyone else used a steamer for cleaning? What cleaning projects are they good for and are their any brands that you would recommend?
What Bottle Will Fit The Swiffer Mop?My neighbor gave me swiffer wet mop. I do not want to spend all the money on cleaning stuff so I will make my own. Does anyone know what kind of bottle would fit the swiffer? It had no bottle when he gave to me.
Reusing Swiffer CarpetFlick Pads?Can anyone who has a Swiffer CarpetFlick tell me if the disposable pad can be cleaned somehow and reused again? I've looked at this product in the stores, and it's difficult to tell from the box what the pad is made out of and if it would withstand hand or machine washing or if the dirt and debris would be too difficult to remove at all.
Cleaning With a Hand-held Steam Cleaner?I just purchased a hand-held steam cleaner (Scuunci that we've all seen on the infomercials) that I love. However, I was quite disappointed with the manual. I was hoping for a list of ideas for steam cleaning.
Cleaning a Broom?How do you clean a dirty broom?
Vacuum Deodorizer?I would like to know if anyone has come across an effective vacuum deodorizer. I have an 8 month-old puppy, while kept very clean, I find my vacuum has taken on a distinct (smelly) odor when in use. Any suggestions as to how I might deodorize? I've read that using fine powders can damage the motor.
Algae in Clothes Iron?I have algae that has appeared in the water tank of my iron. How do I remove the algae with a natural product so that it doesn't affect my iron or stain my clothes?
Mop Reviews?Ok everybody out there, what type of mop do you use? I am looking for some advice on a good one. I have been using the Libman mop where you pull this handle down and it's supposed to wring the water out for you, but it doesn't do a very good job, so I wring it out myself. What is a good mop to buy?
Slime in My Steam Iron?My steam iron has a see-through window for the water reservoir, and slime has grown in it. I have filled and emptied it many times to try to remove the slime, but it is very stubborn! Is there anything I can use to dissolve the pieces of slime.
Microfiber Cleaning System For Wood Floors?Has anyone tried the new swiffer-like microfiber cleaning system for wood floors that comes with a cleaner and upkeep liquids? It runs about $15. We have an older wood floor with some dark spots that were under a carpet we removed and has some scratches. I have used the swiffer wet pads on the wood floors and it leaves them sticky.
Scunci Steamer Feedback?Has anybody used that Scunchi Steamer for their home cleaning? My husband bought me one for our anniversary, ha! Yeah, I think he secretly wanted one but that's okay.
Manual Carpet Sweeper Reviews?Manual Carpet Sweeper Reviews. Vacuum cleaners are getting to be too much of a hassle. Are there any good manual carpet sweepers for removing crumbs, threads, etc.?
Where Can I Buy a Pumice Stone?Where in Wal-mart or any other store can you find the cleaning pumice stone for cleaning your toliet ring?
Counter Top Dishwasher?I am looking for a small counter top dishwasher. I know they were made years ago, don't know if they still are. I'm single and I hate hand washing dishes. Can anyone tell me if they are still made and where I can find one?
Does anyone still use the old mop and bucket?Does anyone still use the old mop and bucket to mop your floors? I got tired of dragging the bucket of water around while mopping and I bought me a Swiffer Wet Mop. Works great but the pads are very expensive.
Does Copper Float or Scratch?Does Copper Float? Will copper scratch? If so what minerals or rocks will copper scratch?
Recommendations for Floor Brush?I'm tearing my hair out over my floor brush. I've tried all sorts of different types but they all end up getting bent and covered in fluff which I can't get off. Has anyone discovered a type of brush that this doesn't happen to? It's disgusting!
How Do I Keep Dish Cloths Looking New?How can I keep my dish cloths that I use for drying dishes looking as great as they were when I first bought them? After I use them a few times and wash them in the machine. They come out smelling and looking like rags.
Using Homemade Cleaners in a Hoover Carpet Shampooer?Will homemade carpet shampoo hurt my Hoover Carpet Shampooer? Just bought one and it says to only use "Hoover Brand" products. My wife and I would rather use white vinegar with water, maybe baking soda but I don't want to damage the machine.
Hoover Vacuum Stinks When Used?My Hoover upright vacuum cleaner stinks when I use it. I have put in a new bag and I have also used baking soda in the bag thinking that might help, but it hasn't. What's going on with it? Got any ideas on what I can do?
Paper Towel Alternatives for Cleaning?The gunk on fake tile floor in my apartment usually comes up better with paper towels but they are so expensive. Does anyone understand? When I use a washcloth it doesn't get it all and then makes the washcloth impossible to rinse out.
Cleaning an Iron's Soleplate?How do I clean the soleplate of my iron?
Using Rubber Gloves?Do you wear rubber gloves, and what for?
Removing Odor From Dish Sponge?How to get rid of odor from dish sponge?
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.
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.
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?
How To Open The Wet Jet Battery Compartment?How do I change the batteries on the Swiffer Wet Jet?
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.
Plugged Nozzle on Swiffer Mop?How do I clean a plugged nozzle on a Clorox Ready/Swiffer mop?
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.
H2O Mop Reviews (As Seen on TV)?Anyone use the H2O mop?
Refilling the Swiffer Bottle?Is there a way to refill the swifter wet jet bottle?
Best Vacuum for Laminate Flooring?What is the best vacuum or sweeper to use, to pick up pet hair and dust on laminate flooring?
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?
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.
Cleaning Rust And Dirt From A Steam Iron?How can you take rust off your steam iron?
Clorox Ready Mop?How do I refill the cleanser on the Ready mop?
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?
Removing the Bottle on Swiffer Wet Jet?How do I remove the bottle from my Swiffer Wet Jet cleaner?
What is a Roomba?What is a Roomba?
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.
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.
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?
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 :)
Rug Shampooer Recommendations?What is the best rug shampooer to buy?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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?
Are Dryer Balls Safe?Has anyone ever heard of a dryer ball being involved in a fire or smoldering clothes?
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!"
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.
Upright Vacuum Cleaner Reviews?What is the best upright vacuum cleaner? One that uses bags and also bagless styles.
Reviews of Mint Automatic Floor Cleaner?Has anyone used the Mint Automatic Floor Cleaner?
Hoover Floormate Reviews?What are the ratings for the Hoover Floormate hard surface cleaner?
How Can I Make a Duster With a Dowel and Netting?Does anyone have directions for making dusters on a dowel stick using netting?
Repairing a Scunci Cleaner?My Scunci steamer cap is locked, it's not opening. What can I do?
How Do I Remove a Swiffer Bottle?How can I take off the bottle on a Swiffer without pliers?
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?
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.
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?
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.
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.
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?
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?
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?
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?
Removing Black Marks on Iron Soleplate?How do you remove black marks off the bottom of a electric iron?
Softening Microfiber Cleaning Cloths?I hate the feeling of microfiber towels or cleaning cloths. Is there anything that takes that pinchy feeling away?
Knit or Crochet Swiffer Pad?I would like to know how to knit or crochet a reusable swiffer pad.
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.
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.
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.
Using Homemade Swiffer Wet Jet Pads?How do I fasten homemade Swiffer wetjet pads to the mop head?
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.
Refilling a Scrubbing Bubbles Shower Machine?How do you put vinegar or cleaner in your Scrubbing Bubbles shower cleaner machine?
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?
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.
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.
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?
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?
H2O Mop Not Making Steam?My H2O x5 steam cleaner doesn't give out steam anymore. Can anyone help?
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?
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?
Bissell Carpet Cleaner Won't Spray Foam Cleaner?My Bissell carpet shampooer won't spray the cleaning solution.
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.
