Instructables: exploring - living - cleaning - clean http://www.instructables.com Wed, 19 Jun 2013 09:31:52 PDT BLOX v1.01 Make Your Own Fabric Conditioner http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-Your-Own-Fabric-Conditioner/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ0/NJBZ/HHS9LY11/FQ0NJBZHHS9LY11.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ0/NJBZ/HHS9LY11/FQ0NJBZHHS9LY11.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ0/NJBZ/HHS9LY11/FQ0NJBZHHS9LY11.SMALL.jpg ChronicCrafter Once upon a time I was out of fabric conditioner and money. That's pretty much the story of my life really. Anyway, in a desperate attempt, I raided the cupboards in the hope of making my own and it ended up being one of the best conditioners I'd used. It is also incredibly easy to make! Unfortun...
By: ChronicCrafter

Continue Reading »]]>
Mon, 17 Jun 2013 09:52:36 PDT
How to clean Gameboy Pocket. http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-clean-Gameboy-Pocket/
How to clean Gameboy Pocket. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F46/SKQV/HHOFUUHQ/F46SKQVHHOFUUHQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F46/SKQV/HHOFUUHQ/F46SKQVHHOFUUHQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F46/SKQV/HHOFUUHQ/F46SKQVHHOFUUHQ.SMALL.jpg Mr_Oliveira Hi this guide will explain how to disassemble and clean your gameboy pocket. Its very simple and easy. NOTICE: I in no way own Pokemon, Gameboy, or any other trademarks . Those are all property of Nintendo, Game Freak. I am also not responsible for any damage or injury which may occur while attempti...
By: Mr_Oliveira

Continue Reading »]]>
Sat, 8 Jun 2013 21:32:42 PDT
$10 Eco Detergent (septic safe!) http://www.instructables.com/id/10-Eco-Detergent-septic-safe/
$10 Eco Detergent (septic safe!) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDB/6LYQ/HDYZI6D9/FDB6LYQHDYZI6D9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDB/6LYQ/HDYZI6D9/FDB6LYQHDYZI6D9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDB/6LYQ/HDYZI6D9/FDB6LYQHDYZI6D9.SMALL.jpg Project Upcycle I haven't liked laundry since I started having to do it myself.I don't like the chemicals in detergents today, (neither does my septic) so I decided I need to make it myself. Before we get into the how to make it, let's get a basic understanding of how laundry detergents work. Surfactants are the ...
By: Project Upcycle

Continue Reading »]]>
Thu, 7 Mar 2013 11:36:04 PST
How To Stop Fireplace Creosote Smell http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Stop-Fireplace-Creosote-Smell/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWW/G3Z1/HBUZGK6P/FWWG3Z1HBUZGK6P.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWW/G3Z1/HBUZGK6P/FWWG3Z1HBUZGK6P.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWW/G3Z1/HBUZGK6P/FWWG3Z1HBUZGK6P.SMALL.jpg HowToLou Wood burning fireplaces are great in the winter, but as it warms up outside, they often downdraft and fill your house with a smokey creosote smell.  This video shows how to seal up your fireplace for the summer and put an end to that smell.
By: HowToLou

Continue Reading »]]>
Sun, 13 Jan 2013 07:01:44 PST
Clean yer carpets on the cheap! http://www.instructables.com/id/Clean-yer-carpets-on-the-cheap/
Clean yer carpets on the cheap! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGA/M2ZO/HAWBWVZM/FGAM2ZOHAWBWVZM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGA/M2ZO/HAWBWVZM/FGAM2ZOHAWBWVZM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGA/M2ZO/HAWBWVZM/FGAM2ZOHAWBWVZM.SMALL.jpg CYNICALifornia I love my dogs. The mess the make? not so much. Thus I find myself cleaning the carpets in my home about every six months. It keeps the house smelling clean, carpets looking nice, and, most importantly, the wife happy. These are some tips to get the most bang for your buck while cleaning your home ...
By: CYNICALifornia

Continue Reading »]]>
Thu, 10 Jan 2013 14:06:30 PST
How To Clean Mold out of a Toilet http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Clean-Mold-out-of-a-Toilet/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7H/X8PG/HAQ39H54/F7HX8PGHAQ39H54.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7H/X8PG/HAQ39H54/F7HX8PGHAQ39H54.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7H/X8PG/HAQ39H54/F7HX8PGHAQ39H54.SMALL.jpg HowToLou I lived in my previous house for 5 years with no mold problems, but it has been a constant issue in this house. I suspect the previous owners did not clean well, and mold started growing. Once it gets inside the water feed lines, it is very hard to get rid of. Here is how.
By: HowToLou

Continue Reading »]]>
Tue, 25 Dec 2012 06:01:06 PST
5 Ways to Clean a Funky Water Bottle http://www.instructables.com/id/5-Ways-to-Clean-a-Funky-Water-Bottle/
5 Ways to Clean a Funky Water Bottle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDS/6VGT/H7QCU6TN/FDS6VGTH7QCU6TN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDS/6VGT/H7QCU6TN/FDS6VGTH7QCU6TN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDS/6VGT/H7QCU6TN/FDS6VGTH7QCU6TN.SMALL.jpg noahw Here are 5 effective ways to get funky smells and odors out of your Klean Kanteen, or any other water bottle for that matter. Klean Kanteen has a website that covers these methods - some of the suggested tactics work better than others.  Check out the following methods and learn which ones work bes...
By: noahw

Continue Reading »]]>
Mon, 8 Oct 2012 11:09:32 PDT
Make Your Own Laundry Detergent http://www.instructables.com/id/Home-Made-Laundry-Detergent/
Make Your Own Laundry Detergent - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYY/RJW9/H6S49F0Q/FYYRJW9H6S49F0Q.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYY/RJW9/H6S49F0Q/FYYRJW9H6S49F0Q.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYY/RJW9/H6S49F0Q/FYYRJW9H6S49F0Q.SMALL.jpg karalalala This is an easy home made laundry detergent. It's much easier on the skin, wallet and environment than the regular stuff. I was a bit dubious at first, but it does a great job of cleaning our clothes. It removes dirt and mud stains really well. For greasy stains I pre-treat the spots by making some...
By: karalalala

Continue Reading »]]>
Fri, 7 Sep 2012 19:46:40 PDT
Make a sweep out of paper for your desk! http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-sweep-out-of-paper-for-your-desk/
Make a sweep out of paper for your desk! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY0/XC62/H5TVB8C1/FY0XC62H5TVB8C1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY0/XC62/H5TVB8C1/FY0XC62H5TVB8C1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY0/XC62/H5TVB8C1/FY0XC62H5TVB8C1.SMALL.jpg muchensmile Is your office/school desk a total mess? is it full of pieces of paper, bits of rubber and other stuff? Do you want an efficient way to clean them? Then you have come to the right place! I will show you how to easily make a sweep out of paper!  Lets Begin:) You will need Pieces of paper, size is ...
By: muchensmile

Continue Reading »]]>
Sun, 19 Aug 2012 09:13:02 PDT
How to Remove Marker Damage from Furniture http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Remove-Marker-Damage-from-Furniture/
How to Remove Marker Damage from Furniture - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F59/UYZD/H5F2Z2BN/F59UYZDH5F2Z2BN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F59/UYZD/H5F2Z2BN/F59UYZDH5F2Z2BN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F59/UYZD/H5F2Z2BN/F59UYZDH5F2Z2BN.SMALL.jpg sosclosetsandfurniture From time to time everyone has had accidental marker or pen marks on furniture.  The furniture I am currently working on belongs to a mom with three small children.  There are a lot of marker scribbles! Supplies Needed The materials you need are: laquer thinner soft cotton cloth steel wool (###)...
By: sosclosetsandfurniture

Continue Reading »]]>
Fri, 3 Aug 2012 21:33:36 PDT
Cleaning paste http://www.instructables.com/id/Cleaning-paste/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYM/ZIE7/H18FJUZP/FYMZIE7H18FJUZP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYM/ZIE7/H18FJUZP/FYMZIE7H18FJUZP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYM/ZIE7/H18FJUZP/FYMZIE7H18FJUZP.SMALL.jpg bisozozo This is my first attempt at homemade cleaners and i was excited with the results! Cleans great sinks, stove eyes, pans, faucets, oven ( not to be used on teflon, it damages it)! All you need is 1cup baking soda, 1 cup salt, 1 tablespoon green olive oil soap (grated and dissolved in a glass of water ...
By: bisozozo

Continue Reading »]]>
Fri, 20 Apr 2012 06:07:01 PDT
Cleaning PVC Pipe (the EASY way) http://www.instructables.com/id/Cleaning-PVC-Pipe-the-EASY-way/
Cleaning PVC Pipe (the EASY way) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9I/1ZOR/H15NE6ZC/F9I1ZORH15NE6ZC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9I/1ZOR/H15NE6ZC/F9I1ZORH15NE6ZC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9I/1ZOR/H15NE6ZC/F9I1ZORH15NE6ZC.SMALL.jpg fleabite4 Have you ever tired to clean PVC Pipe?  It's not an easy job.  My recent project called for 200 Feet of PVC Pipe.  I had plenty of time to experiement.  I tried Pipe Cleaner, Acetone, Sanding, Steel Wool, and Paint Remover.  They worked, but it required a lot of time and effort.  I kept thinking tha...
By: fleabite4

Continue Reading »]]>
Wed, 18 Apr 2012 10:38:39 PDT
Proper Technique to Clean Eyeglasses http://www.instructables.com/id/Proper-Technique-to-Clean-Eyeglasses/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR0/XH2V/H05NHJKP/FR0XH2VH05NHJKP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR0/XH2V/H05NHJKP/FR0XH2VH05NHJKP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR0/XH2V/H05NHJKP/FR0XH2VH05NHJKP.SMALL.jpg bobbilly9 After 40+ years of wearing eyeglasses, I've found the best way to clean my eyeglasses without scratching them. Paper towels and newspaper contain wood fibers which can scratch your lenses. Only use 100% cotton material like a tee shirt. Alcohol can remove lens coatings and leave a fogged lens...
By: bobbilly9

Continue Reading »]]>
Mon, 26 Mar 2012 05:46:17 PDT
Easiest way to clean old glass bottles! http://www.instructables.com/id/Easiest-way-to-clean-old-glass-bottles/
Easiest way to clean old glass bottles! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKE/817X/GV279PWP/FKE817XGV279PWP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKE/817X/GV279PWP/FKE817XGV279PWP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKE/817X/GV279PWP/FKE817XGV279PWP.SMALL.jpg triumphman I have been collecting old glass bottles since I was a young child.  The bottles were always grungy inside and I never really got them clean. Until now! Here's how! get some common sand Sand is the key to scouring the inside of an old bottle. The ancient Egyptians used sand to smooth their object...
By: triumphman

Continue Reading »]]>
Thu, 17 Nov 2011 09:55:41 PST
How to Clean a Benelli Super Vinci Shotgun http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Clean-a-Benelli-Super-Vinci-Shotgun/
How to Clean a Benelli Super Vinci Shotgun - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP3/TXLO/GU6PH2GO/FP3TXLOGU6PH2GO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP3/TXLO/GU6PH2GO/FP3TXLOGU6PH2GO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP3/TXLO/GU6PH2GO/FP3TXLOGU6PH2GO.SMALL.jpg mcmahon1 All guns need regular cleaning to function properly and to prevent corrosion or rust. These instructions will walk you through the disassembly, cleaning, and reassembly of the Benelli Super Vinci shotgun. This revolutionary shotgun design can be unfamiliar at first. However, this design can be easil...
By: mcmahon1

Continue Reading »]]>
Thu, 27 Oct 2011 09:53:30 PDT
Make Lemonade and clean your microwave http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-Lemonade-and-clean-your-microwave/
Make Lemonade and clean your microwave - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ3/R9SA/GTIEWUSP/FZ3R9SAGTIEWUSP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ3/R9SA/GTIEWUSP/FZ3R9SAGTIEWUSP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ3/R9SA/GTIEWUSP/FZ3R9SAGTIEWUSP.SMALL.jpg CHARLESCRANFORD You can easily clean your microwave and make lemonade, at the same time. In this Instructable, Microwave oven will be called a Microwave.  I know Microwaves are different than Microwave ovens,just like drill motors are different than drills, but most people refer to them as drills just like most peo...
By: CHARLESCRANFORD

Continue Reading »]]>
Sat, 8 Oct 2011 23:40:44 PDT
How to clean your room (quick and simple version) http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-clean-your-room-quick-and-simple-version/
How to clean your room (quick and simple version) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNG/J85N/GR9VOQRR/FNGJ85NGR9VOQRR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNG/J85N/GR9VOQRR/FNGJ85NGR9VOQRR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNG/J85N/GR9VOQRR/FNGJ85NGR9VOQRR.SMALL.jpg horsehaasehalo99 Crank up fast music, turn on your fan, open your windows, get the cleaning supplies and put on your fave sweats! Bed Get all the crap out from underneath your bed and leave it on the floor. Strip your bed and wash your sheets, then make it in this order. 1. dust sheet thingy 2. mattress (f...
By: horsehaasehalo99

Continue Reading »]]>
Sun, 14 Aug 2011 13:20:21 PDT
Cleaning a Dreamcast Controller http://www.instructables.com/id/Cleaning-a-Dreamcast-Controller/
Cleaning a Dreamcast Controller - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTT/XALV/GQKM4UU1/FTTXALVGQKM4UU1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTT/XALV/GQKM4UU1/FTTXALVGQKM4UU1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTT/XALV/GQKM4UU1/FTTXALVGQKM4UU1.SMALL.jpg Kasm279 Well, I did this a few months ago and am FINALLY getting around to making an 'ible on it, so here goes. Today we are going to be cleaning a Dreamcast controller. Pretty self explanatory. You will need:   -Long phillips screwdriver   -A toothbrush or similar scrubbing instrument   -Soap, I recommen...
By: Kasm279

Continue Reading »]]>
Tue, 9 Aug 2011 15:55:24 PDT
Organize by Bucket http://www.instructables.com/id/Organize-by-Bucket/
Organize by Bucket - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGH/S405/GNNUW9X1/FGHS405GNNUW9X1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGH/S405/GNNUW9X1/FGHS405GNNUW9X1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGH/S405/GNNUW9X1/FGHS405GNNUW9X1.SMALL.jpg sillymommy Whenever I have to clean something out such as a junk drawer, closet, playroom, bedroom or bathroom I use buckets or other similar containers.  Stuff seems to migrate in my house from one area to another, they are always on the move.  I find that instaed of making piles of stuff put them in a bucket...
By: sillymommy

Continue Reading »]]>
Sun, 15 May 2011 23:36:49 PDT
Soft Soap Surface Spiffer http://www.instructables.com/id/Soft-Soap-Surface-Spiffer/
Soft Soap Surface Spiffer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPK/NPV1/GNNUW82N/FPKNPV1GNNUW82N.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPK/NPV1/GNNUW82N/FPKNPV1GNNUW82N.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPK/NPV1/GNNUW82N/FPKNPV1GNNUW82N.SMALL.jpg Ex Machina Here is a semi-solid cleaning solution for delicate surfaces; microwave oven doors, glass-top ovens (MUCH less expensive than the commercial products), table tops, car interiors, windows, walls, and just about anything else that isn't harmed by water. Microfiber cleaning cloths are ideal for soft su...
By: Ex Machina

Continue Reading »]]>
Sun, 15 May 2011 23:19:55 PDT
Spring Cleaning: The Revenge! http://www.instructables.com/id/Spring-Cleaning-The-Revenge/
Spring Cleaning: The Revenge! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F90/RTHG/GNCXO3QT/F90RTHGGNCXO3QT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F90/RTHG/GNCXO3QT/F90RTHGGNCXO3QT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F90/RTHG/GNCXO3QT/F90RTHGGNCXO3QT.SMALL.jpg MRHint As a college student I understand as much as anyone how cleaning certain parts of your home can get pushed aside. With everything taking up your time durring the rest of the year it is important to clean those looked over places that are hidden to plain sight. Now, that there is time to breath, it i...
By: MRHint

Continue Reading »]]>
Thu, 12 May 2011 12:40:13 PDT
Furnace cleaning - quick and easy http://www.instructables.com/id/Furnace-cleaning-quick-and-easy/
Furnace cleaning - quick and easy - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH5/9CDE/GNJD0IBF/FH59CDEGNJD0IBF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH5/9CDE/GNJD0IBF/FH59CDEGNJD0IBF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH5/9CDE/GNJD0IBF/FH59CDEGNJD0IBF.SMALL.jpg vicvelcro All winter long, a furnace heats and circulates air. A properly maintained filter will prevent most particulate matter from getting inside the machine.  However, some very micro-sized stuff and fumes can get in. My home has a cigarette smoker and a cigar smoker. Twice a year (fall and spring), I ope...
By: vicvelcro

Continue Reading »]]>
Wed, 11 May 2011 16:31:43 PDT
What You Never Knew About Doing the Dishes With a Sponge http://www.instructables.com/id/What-You-Never-Knew-About-Doing-the-Dishes-With-a-/
What You Never Knew About Doing the Dishes With a Sponge - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQD/D2DU/GNFSJ1G7/FQDD2DUGNFSJ1G7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQD/D2DU/GNFSJ1G7/FQDD2DUGNFSJ1G7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQD/D2DU/GNFSJ1G7/FQDD2DUGNFSJ1G7.SMALL.jpg aboddy After living with college roommates that couldn't seem to do the dishes properly, I realized I had to get the word out there about proper dishwashing duty. Dishsoap and Sponges The first thing to realize is that dishwashing is not about sanitizing (killing the bacteria and viruses on) your dishe...
By: aboddy

Continue Reading »]]>
Mon, 9 May 2011 00:44:12 PDT
Organization Tricks http://www.instructables.com/id/Organization-Tricks/
Organization Tricks - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSM/MF8E/GMX1QHB0/FSMMF8EGMX1QHB0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSM/MF8E/GMX1QHB0/FSMMF8EGMX1QHB0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSM/MF8E/GMX1QHB0/FSMMF8EGMX1QHB0.SMALL.jpg PiggyBacon21 Face it, we can all be more organized! Here are some of my tips and tricks to getting organized. Use your WHOLE bookshelf! (if needed) If you have too many books, knick-knacks, or small items that would fit in your bookshelf, push your books to the back on a shelf or two and just put small moveab...
By: PiggyBacon21

Continue Reading »]]>
Thu, 28 Apr 2011 04:48:28 PDT
How to make liquid soap from a bar http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-liquid-soap-from-a-bar/
How to make liquid soap from a bar - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGQ/OU6X/GKLJ62GW/FGQOU6XGKLJ62GW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGQ/OU6X/GKLJ62GW/FGQOU6XGKLJ62GW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGQ/OU6X/GKLJ62GW/FGQOU6XGKLJ62GW.SMALL.jpg mconangla By doing a very simple process we will be able to transform our soap bar to liquid soap. This will help us to exploit the strengths and advantages these two states of the material bring to us. On one side the solid state, ideal for storage and transportation of soap. On the other hand the liquid sta...
By: mconangla

Continue Reading »]]>
Sun, 27 Feb 2011 15:39:32 PST
How to clean a Roomba http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-clean-a-Roomba/
How to clean a Roomba - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPK/6H4N/GH8AB0FX/FPK6H4NGH8AB0FX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPK/6H4N/GH8AB0FX/FPK6H4NGH8AB0FX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPK/6H4N/GH8AB0FX/FPK6H4NGH8AB0FX.SMALL.jpg coolpizzadude Roombas are a great way to keep your house clean without you needing to do any work, but they do require regular cleaning to keep them running and cleaning properly.  This instructable will show you how to properly clean your Roomba so you can get longer run times, more dirt out of your floor per ru...
By: coolpizzadude

Continue Reading »]]>
Sat, 22 Jan 2011 08:01:47 PST
Pet Hair cleaner http://www.instructables.com/id/Pet-Hair-cleaner/
Pet Hair cleaner - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRB/47EC/GHHILS5D/FRB47ECGHHILS5D.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRB/47EC/GHHILS5D/FRB47ECGHHILS5D.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRB/47EC/GHHILS5D/FRB47ECGHHILS5D.SMALL.jpg oldboffin After wrapping tape around my hand, plastic bottles, etc in order to get pet hair out of our carpet, about 5 years ago I came up with this idea. I provisionally patented it, but had no luck getting any further, so here it is for everyone who cares to make it. A roll of buff tape in South Africa ( ...
By: oldboffin

Continue Reading »]]>
Sat, 11 Dec 2010 00:48:42 PST
Simplify Doing the Dishes http://www.instructables.com/id/Simplify-Doing-the-Dishes/
Simplify Doing the Dishes - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNQ/EJB5/GB3XJX36/FNQEJB5GB3XJX36.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNQ/EJB5/GB3XJX36/FNQEJB5GB3XJX36.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNQ/EJB5/GB3XJX36/FNQEJB5GB3XJX36.SMALL.jpg EmmettO At my house we hate doing dishes. Doing laundry is considered slightly less painful. We have a dishwasher but because we almost never eat out and frequently have to make food from scratch we have LOTS of dishes and the dishwasher can't keep up. We've even seriously considered having two dishwashers....
By: EmmettO

Continue Reading »]]>
Fri, 9 Jul 2010 15:36:44 PDT
How to Clean Mold from a Wood Floor http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Clean-Mold-from-a-Wood-Floor/
How to Clean Mold from a Wood Floor - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYL/CMQY/G7DYP6DS/FYLCMQYG7DYP6DS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYL/CMQY/G7DYP6DS/FYLCMQYG7DYP6DS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYL/CMQY/G7DYP6DS/FYLCMQYG7DYP6DS.SMALL.jpg ewilhelm This is how I cleaned up and removed mildew that grew on a wood floor. I left a mattress directly on a hardwood floor, and some mold grew underneath.  There is no insulation in the crawlspace beneath the floor, so the temperature differential between warm bodies sleeping on the mattress and cold ai...
By: ewilhelm

Continue Reading »]]>
Thu, 8 Apr 2010 19:54:16 PDT
Clean & Green Laundry with Soapnuts http://www.instructables.com/id/Clean-Green-Laundry-with-Soapnuts/
Clean & Green Laundry with Soapnuts - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9R/ATIV/G51GF77V/F9RATIVG51GF77V.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9R/ATIV/G51GF77V/F9RATIVG51GF77V.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9R/ATIV/G51GF77V/F9RATIVG51GF77V.SMALL.jpg HellaDelicious Doing your laundry with soapnuts is a great way to avoid polluting the earth while cleaning your clothes. These days soapnuts (or soapberries) are all the rage, and I have to say that I agree. I have seen various concerns around soapnuts, such as the cost of transporting them from India to the weste...
By: HellaDelicious

Continue Reading »]]>
Mon, 1 Feb 2010 21:47:22 PST
Unclog your sink's drain with just zip-ties! http://www.instructables.com/id/Unclog-your-sinks-drain-with-just-zip-ties/
Unclog your sink's drain with just zip-ties! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWT/62HU/G23UUAYQ/FWT62HUG23UUAYQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWT/62HU/G23UUAYQ/FWT62HUG23UUAYQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWT/62HU/G23UUAYQ/FWT62HUG23UUAYQ.SMALL.jpg jovino I've certainly seen my share of drain cleaning chemicals and gadgets on the market and not all of them work all that well. If you are on a serious budget like me then the cheap-o, DIY approach is just the thing that's needed! The best part is, all you need are some zip-ties and a diagonal wire cutte...
By: jovino

Continue Reading »]]>
Wed, 18 Nov 2009 23:29:19 PST
The Greener Cleaner http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Greener-Cleaner/
The Greener Cleaner - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZS/DUG0/FTY4BL0L/FZSDUG0FTY4BL0L.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZS/DUG0/FTY4BL0L/FZSDUG0FTY4BL0L.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZS/DUG0/FTY4BL0L/FZSDUG0FTY4BL0L.SMALL.jpg edfel01 The cleaners you are using now have many dangerous chemicals for the environment and your family. So why not save money and the environment at the same time. Not only are u using your own earth made friendly cleaners your also recycling bottles that would otherwise go in a landfill. Think of all ...
By: edfel01

Continue Reading »]]>
Sun, 26 Apr 2009 06:39:05 PDT
CLEAN WINDOWS http://www.instructables.com/id/CLEAN-WINDOWS/
CLEAN WINDOWS - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXM/AOLH/FT7PQQB9/FXMAOLHFT7PQQB9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXM/AOLH/FT7PQQB9/FXMAOLHFT7PQQB9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXM/AOLH/FT7PQQB9/FXMAOLHFT7PQQB9.SMALL.jpg Capt. Howdy This is simple and effective. I use an ammonia and phosphate free blue window cleaner that i purchase from the local dollar store for 99 cents. I crumple up some news paper, spray it with the cleaner and scrub the window with it. The fibers in the newspaper and the crumpled surface takes care of the...
By: Capt. Howdy

Continue Reading »]]>
Thu, 9 Apr 2009 14:52:09 PDT
Window Cleaning http://www.instructables.com/id/Window-Cleaning/
Window Cleaning - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP7/KXMD/FRXW701Z/FP7KXMDFRXW701Z.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP7/KXMD/FRXW701Z/FP7KXMDFRXW701Z.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP7/KXMD/FRXW701Z/FP7KXMDFRXW701Z.SMALL.jpg arylic Dusts they are everywhere, and our windows are unprotected from them, so we have to clean them every time. People often ask how to cleans windows and its a simple but demanding task. Ask a young teen , i am still helping around the house and making sure everything is in tip top shape. So today i pla...
By: arylic

Continue Reading »]]>
Thu, 2 Apr 2009 14:58:02 PDT
Going Green World Wide http://www.instructables.com/id/Going-Green-World-Wide/
Going Green World Wide - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUH/81MZ/FSZSGAVN/FUH81MZFSZSGAVN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUH/81MZ/FSZSGAVN/FUH81MZFSZSGAVN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUH/81MZ/FSZSGAVN/FUH81MZFSZSGAVN.SMALL.jpg fireblast_1212 Going green is a plan that has the potential to help make our world a cleaner and healthier one to live in for future generations. I got this idea from the movie pay it forward and you can watch it on youtube if you want. If one person does everything they can to clean the planet, they won't make a ...
By: fireblast_1212

Continue Reading »]]>
Wed, 1 Apr 2009 17:28:27 PDT
Grout and Tile Cleaning http://www.instructables.com/id/Grout-and-Tile-Cleaning/
Grout and Tile Cleaning - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2Q/J4W5/FSSIKT69/F2QJ4W5FSSIKT69.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2Q/J4W5/FSSIKT69/F2QJ4W5FSSIKT69.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2Q/J4W5/FSSIKT69/F2QJ4W5FSSIKT69.SMALL.jpg chewy87100 This Instructable will teach you how to clean a bathroom, for those of you who don't have maids. Everyone should know how to clean a bathroom, my mom taught me how when I was very young, and it became one of the chores that needed to be done before we could go out and play.It's really not hard.Warn...
By: chewy87100

Continue Reading »]]>
Sun, 29 Mar 2009 10:47:15 PDT
How to Clean a Desk http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Clean-a-Desk/
How to Clean a Desk - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7B/R7YT/FOWZP32I/F7BR7YTFOWZP32I.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7B/R7YT/FOWZP32I/F7BR7YTFOWZP32I.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7B/R7YT/FOWZP32I/F7BR7YTFOWZP32I.SMALL.jpg actorintraining6 Of course we all "know" how to clean a desk. but, i have a few tips that may help! First! well, personally my desk is usually filled with tons of stuff. so first of, take all that junk, ie: computer, pens, paper. and THROW or softly place on the floor, bed,or any other available place. Observ...
By: actorintraining6

Continue Reading »]]>
Sat, 27 Dec 2008 11:14:17 PST
Air Filter for your room on the Cheap http://www.instructables.com/id/Room-Air-Filter-on-the-Cheep/
Air Filter for your room on the Cheap - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKD/OXCK/FM2CTAZH/FKDOXCKFM2CTAZH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKD/OXCK/FM2CTAZH/FKDOXCKFM2CTAZH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKD/OXCK/FM2CTAZH/FKDOXCKFM2CTAZH.SMALL.jpg Toadman03 So in researching air filters for my room I was very disappointed to find that not only did most of the units cost $50 or more but the annual filter replacement costs were way too much. So I made my own small quiet one on the cheap. Parts and Time 2 hours build timeParts - Tools- Cardboard box o...
By: Toadman03

Continue Reading »]]>
Thu, 16 Oct 2008 13:53:14 PDT
The stop jail rape soap. http://www.instructables.com/id/The-8220stop-jail-rape8221-soap/
The stop jail rape soap. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0R/WPSB/FLM017IH/F0RWPSBFLM017IH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0R/WPSB/FLM017IH/F0RWPSBFLM017IH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0R/WPSB/FLM017IH/F0RWPSBFLM017IH.SMALL.jpg mr fix it How many times did you have to bend down in your shower and try to find your soap gone into a wild ride trough your bath tub after it as violently escaped from your hands and landed viciously and painfully precisely on one of your little toes.... Blinded by shampoo you frantically try to locate it w...
By: mr fix it

Continue Reading »]]>
Mon, 29 Sep 2008 13:59:30 PDT
Cheap Way to Clean your Desk, http://www.instructables.com/id/Cheap-Way-to-Clean-your-Desk/ http://cdn.instructables.com/F2I/WSCW/FL4SYXGR/F2IWSCWFL4SYXGR.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F2I/WSCW/FL4SYXGR/F2IWSCWFL4SYXGR.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F2I/WSCW/FL4SYXGR/F2IWSCWFL4SYXGR.SMALL.jpg Nextraker This is a cheap way to Keep your desk organized, especially if you have so many things and your space is limited, Find out how by watching this video.
By: Nextraker

Continue Reading »]]>
Mon, 15 Sep 2008 14:09:52 PDT
How to clean chewing gum stains from your clothes; it's easy ( + video inside) http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-clean-chewing-gum-stains-from-your-clothes/
How to clean chewing gum stains from your clothes; it's easy ( + video inside) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIV/IXPJ/FG0GJ3F5/FIVIXPJFG0GJ3F5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIV/IXPJ/FG0GJ3F5/FIVIXPJFG0GJ3F5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIV/IXPJ/FG0GJ3F5/FIVIXPJFG0GJ3F5.SMALL.jpg bluesman We all like and need chewing gum (ok, some people like TicTacs only :) ) but oh boy do we hate it when gum gets on our clothes.It happened to me, I sat right on a gum at a concert. I thought it ruined my pants. Tried to scrub it with a knife off, washed it afterwards... NO USE!Until I came across a ...
By: bluesman

Continue Reading »]]>
Mon, 30 Jun 2008 18:30:08 PDT
How to Host a Park Clean-Up in San Francisco http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Host-a-Park-Clean-Up-in-San-Francisco/
How to Host a Park Clean-Up in San Francisco - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC5/YKDG/FH5E5370/FC5YKDGFH5E5370.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC5/YKDG/FH5E5370/FC5YKDGFH5E5370.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC5/YKDG/FH5E5370/FC5YKDGFH5E5370.SMALL.jpg caseyscieszka You don't have to wait for Earth Day to do some green good around your neighborhood. Host a Park Clean-Up any time of year (weather permitting, of course) and improve your local hang out while making friends with your neighbors. Do it right and you're sure to get some free coffee too.To do this Inst...
By: caseyscieszka

Continue Reading »]]>
Wed, 11 Jun 2008 11:18:29 PDT
Clean the Chewing Gum Stains Easily from Your Clothes! Ridiculous Easy! http://www.instructables.com/id/Clean-the-Chewing-Gum-Stains-Easily-from-Your-Clot/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5O/J3K0/FG0GJ3LF/F5OJ3K0FG0GJ3LF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5O/J3K0/FG0GJ3LF/F5OJ3K0FG0GJ3LF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5O/J3K0/FG0GJ3LF/F5OJ3K0FG0GJ3LF.SMALL.jpg bluesman We all like and need chewing gum (ok, some people like TicTacs only :) ) but oh boy do we hate it when gum gets on our clothes. It happened to me, I sat right on a gum at a concert. I thought it ruined my pants. Tried to scrub it with a knife off, washed it afterwards... NO USE! Until I came across...
By: bluesman

Continue Reading »]]>
Fri, 9 May 2008 18:22:50 PDT
How to clean a toilet without chemicals http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-clean-a-toilet-without-chemicals/
How to clean a toilet without chemicals - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVP/6JQX/FFPY4BGJ/FVP6JQXFFPY4BGJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVP/6JQX/FFPY4BGJ/FVP6JQXFFPY4BGJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVP/6JQX/FFPY4BGJ/FVP6JQXFFPY4BGJ.SMALL.jpg killerjackalope It's not hard, in fact it takes less time and you end up with a sparkly clean toilet... If you do this once a week you'll never need to use bleach or limescale remover... You will need. - A dirty toilet, I waited for ages to get mine this dirty, used it as an ashtray and let it get dirty... ...
By: killerjackalope

Continue Reading »]]>
Thu, 1 May 2008 20:26:03 PDT
Cheap And Effective http://www.instructables.com/id/Cheap-And-Effective/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDA/F7G7/FALOLCXG/FDAF7G7FALOLCXG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDA/F7G7/FALOLCXG/FDAF7G7FALOLCXG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDA/F7G7/FALOLCXG/FDAF7G7FALOLCXG.SMALL.jpg ventsi Cheap and effective way to clean your microwave
By: ventsi

Continue Reading »]]>
Tue, 25 Dec 2007 21:43:03 PST
Cleaner: Gets it all http://www.instructables.com/id/Cleaner-Gets-it-all/
Cleaner: Gets it all - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMZ/P5YO/F9053XYH/FMZP5YOF9053XYH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMZ/P5YO/F9053XYH/FMZP5YOF9053XYH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMZ/P5YO/F9053XYH/FMZP5YOF9053XYH.SMALL.jpg littlechef37 Dude is Your desk covered in permanent marker, pop, coffee, or anything else ? Clean it Up ! All you need is: -A spray bottle -Rubbing alcohol compound (recommended) / isopropyl rubbing alcohol -Lemon Juice -Water (This is my First instructable please leave comments) Note:If you are using rubbing...
By: littlechef37

Continue Reading »]]>
Mon, 19 Nov 2007 13:01:15 PST
How to keep animals out of your garbage for next to free http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-keep-animals-out-of-your-garbage-for-next-t/
How to keep animals out of your garbage for next to free - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP7/WQM5/F8Y3UDZ1/FP7WQM5F8Y3UDZ1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP7/WQM5/F8Y3UDZ1/FP7WQM5F8Y3UDZ1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP7/WQM5/F8Y3UDZ1/FP7WQM5F8Y3UDZ1.SMALL.jpg chaoscampbell I live out in the county and have had many problems with animals tearing the garbage apart for food. I was getting so frustrated having to clean up the front yard every morning. well, I haven't cleaned the yard in over a month now thanks to a few squirts of windex. I just spray windex around the o...
By: chaoscampbell

Continue Reading »]]>
Tue, 13 Nov 2007 17:14:26 PST
How to Clean a Mattress http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-clean-a-mattress-1/
How to Clean a Mattress - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD7/YGFH/F8Y3RM6E/FD7YGFHF8Y3RM6E.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD7/YGFH/F8Y3RM6E/FD7YGFHF8Y3RM6E.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD7/YGFH/F8Y3RM6E/FD7YGFHF8Y3RM6E.SMALL.jpg chiok Taken from the "Life's Burning Questions", this is a very simple Instructable on how to clean a mattress with simple household ingredients. I've lived in many a rented house and although being furnished is a great help, you can never be sure what's "clean" or not. Every time I move into a new plac...
By: chiok

Continue Reading »]]>
Tue, 13 Nov 2007 07:36:55 PST
Homemade Boot Brush http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-Boot-Brush/
Homemade Boot Brush - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FHB/54C1/F3SYP1TQ/FHB54C1F3SYP1TQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FHB/54C1/F3SYP1TQ/FHB54C1F3SYP1TQ.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FHB/54C1/F3SYP1TQ/FHB54C1F3SYP1TQ.SMALL.jpg benjamenjohnson Why would anyone ever want to make their own boot brush you ask? Well, for one they can be quite expensive if you don't shop around. Another reason is that many of the so called boot brushes don't work very well, such as the cutesy animal with bristles on it's back, or the brushes don't make good ...
By: benjamenjohnson

Continue Reading »]]>
Mon, 16 Jul 2007 15:43:41 PDT
How to remove gum from clothes http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-remove-gum-from-clothes/
How to remove gum from clothes - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FG3/3YSJ/F3435T7H/FG33YSJF3435T7H.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FG3/3YSJ/F3435T7H/FG33YSJF3435T7H.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FG3/3YSJ/F3435T7H/FG33YSJF3435T7H.SMALL.jpg kqrpnb Kids will be kids! Even though mine are not allowed to chew gum, that did not stop my not-quite-youngest from getting gum on his NEW karate uniform!! Actually, we do not know who got the gum on his pants, but that is not important for this Instructable (anyone want to tackle "How to find out who r...
By: kqrpnb

Continue Reading »]]>
Tue, 19 Jun 2007 19:53:44 PDT