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Furniture Care

Deodorize Antiques

 

I love antiquing, searching for that one perfect piece that will remind me of the past. On the down side, antiques can smell really musty. Here are some easy ideas to freshen yours up.

 

 

1. When you get a piece home, clean it well, dust all of the little crevices and take out any drawers and clean behind them.

2. When it is nice and clean, wipe down the unfinished surfaces with a fabric softener sheet. Make sure that you hit the insides of drawers, the back and the bottom. The fabric softener will seep into the fibers and help freshen the piece.

3. You could also use some wintergreen oil on a cotton ball. Just wipe it over all of the inside and underneath parts. The wintergreen oil will linger and make the furniture smell fresher.

4. Put an opened bar of soap into the drawers or cabinets. This can serve two purposes if you're using the piece for storing clothes. The soap also acts as a sachet to freshen your clothes.

Build-up on Wood

Sometimes a build-up of wax and polish can cause a hazy film on your wood furniture. The good news is that it is usually pretty easy to clean up...

 

Dents in Wood

Do you have one too many doilies strategically placed to cover up dents in your wood? I'll help you uncover your favorite furniture and fix those dents in no time...

 

Leather Furniture

Leather furniture adds a nice touch to any home, but sometimes knowing how to care for it can be a mystery. Here are some easy ideas.

 

Reinforce Drawer Pulls

If you have older drawers you may know how frustrating it is when the drawer pull comes off when opening the drawer. Here's an easy way to reinforce it...

 

Scratches On Wood

Is the wood furniture in your home looking a little worn? If it is, I have some easy and inexpensive fixes and most of the stuff you need is probably found in your kitchen...

 

Stuck on Wood

If you've ever found yourself with a sticky mess on your wood furniture, I can help...

 

Upholstery Care

Do you clean your upholstered furniture regularly? Don't wait until you can see the dust and dirt, add it to your weekly cleaning routine...

 
 

Thinking about Rustic Banisters?

The addition to your staircase of rustic banisters can add a unique touch to your home. You can obtain rustic banisters from several different sources. This provides you with many options. You can search for originals, buy recreations, paint your current banisters or build them yourself.

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What are Crown Mouldings?

Crown mouldings are often taken for granted when you buy a home. You might see that the home offers these decorative design elements, but not understand how they add to your home’s appeal. By learning more about crown mouldings, you can further create an attractive look for your home – without having to remodel the entire structure.

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Thinking About Starting an Attic Renovation?

If you are thinking about an attic renovation you are among the many homeowners who want to expand the usable space in their home. Renovating an attic is especially popular in older homes, where attics are much more common than in newer home designs. Another reason why attics are attractive remodeling projects is that the basement area of many older homes is not suitable for such a project, causing the homeowner to turn upward for more options.

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Useful and Practical Tips on Cleaning Rain Gutters
The best tips on cleaning rain gutters are those that make the task easier, safer, and more effective. Cleaning out your gutters is probably not at the top of your list of things you like to do, but it is one of the best preventative measures you can use to keep greater water damage from occurring in and around your home.

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Ready For Clean! - How to Start Pressure Washing
Some cleaning jobs take a lot of force – water force. Pressure washing uses a pressure washer that sprays water with high powered force so you can clean even the toughest grime, grease or mold. Learning how to start pressure washing the right way can make the job easier and quicker.

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