How to Clean TOMS Shoes

How to Clean TOMS shoes:

There are a couple of ways to wash your TOMS which will keep them looking their best: handwashing or machine washing. Firstly, brush off all the dried on dirt from the shoes.

Handwashing Soak the shoes in cold water and a small squirt of mild liquid dish soap. Using a small, soft bristle brush, gently brush the shoe material in a scrubbing motion. If your TOMS are the sparkly ones, be very careful to use the brush in the same direction as the sequins lay.
Machine washing Use the most gentle cycle on your washing machine. Select cold water and use a small amount of gentle detergent. When the water level is high enough to fully cover the shoes, add the shoes.

It is best not to put your TOMS in the dryer. The dryer can tear the fabric. The most recommended way to dry them is to air dry. You can stuff a fabric softener sheet in each shoe while they dry. This will help to alleviate shoe odors. Some people use baking soda in a sachet to deodorize the shoes, however, do not pour baking soda directly into your TOMS as this can dry out the insole.

And that is how to clean TOMS shoes!

July 5, 2012September 27, 2012

How to get rid of dishwasher odor

How to Get Rid of Dishwasher Odor

Dishwasher odor can be really disgusting. Here’s how to get rid of dishwasher odor:

How to Get Rid of Dishwasher smells — How to Get Rid of Dishwasher Odor

In the bottom of your dishwasher, sprinkle some borax and leave it overnight. The next day, wipe down the inside of the dishwasher, door, and all other surfaces using a damp sponge or cloth. No need to rinse the surfaces, just do the next load of dishes.

And that’s how to get rid of dishwasher odor!

June 18, 2012September 27, 2012

How to clean your kitchen drain once per month

It is a good idea to clean your kitchen sink drain once per month using this simple method. Pour a handful of baking soda into the drain and then add 1/2 cup of white vinegar. These ingredients will combine and form a small erupting volcano. Cover the drain for several minutes. Uncover and then rinse with cold water after 1/2 hour.

June 14, 2012

How to clean your kitchen garbage disposal

To clean your kitchen garbage disposal and keep it free-flowing, fill your sink with 3 inches of warm water. Mix in 1 cup of baking soda. Drain it with the garbage disposal turned on.

June 8, 2012October 11, 2012

After carpet cleaning

There are some steps to follow after carpet cleaning.

After carpet cleaning, follow these suggestions:

set up fans to blow across the carpets to help speed up the drying process
After carpet cleaning
be sure you have windows open or you’ve turned on your heat (furnace) or air conditioner
do not move any furniture back onto the carpet until it is completely dry
put a small piece of plastic under furniture feet on chairs, tables couches etc if the furniture has any metal under the feet. If the metal gets wet, it can rust and leave a rust spot on the carpet.
do not walk on the carpet with dirty shoes or feet. It is a good idea to wash the bottoms of any indoor shoes that you are going to walk on the carpet with.
do not put towels, newspapers, sheets etc. on the carpet
be careful on hard floors like linoleum because they will be slippery
after the carpet is completely dry, vacuum.

After carpet cleaning, follow these simple steps to ensure proper drying and to get the best carpet cleaning results possible.

June 8, 2012June 8, 2012

Preparing for carpet cleaning

Before carpet cleaning, whether you are doing it yourself or if you’ve hired a carpet cleaning company, there are a few steps to get the area prepared:

pick up all area rugs and mats
remove items from under beds and from inside closets, if the carpets are being cleaned in there
pick up all small items off the carpet
remove all small items that are on furniture that will be moved
move all light furniture from the room
open windows for cross ventilation and have fans ready to set up
if you are not able to open lots of windows, turn on your heat (furnace) or air conditioner

June 8, 2012July 7, 2023

How to clean your kitchen sink drain

clean kitchen sink drain — Clean your kitchen sink drain

When your kitchen sink drain gets clogged with congealed grease and other food bits, here is a great non-toxic way to clean it. Pour 1 cup of any kind of salt and 1 cup of baking soda down the drain. Then pour boiling water down the drain. Do not use the drain for a few hours for best cleaning results.

June 1, 2012July 7, 2023

iPad Screen Cleaning

To clean your iPad screen, all you need is a clean, soft, lint-free cloth, slightly dampened with water. Do not use any chemicals – no window cleaner, no general purpose cleaners, no aerosols, no solvents, no alcohol, no ammonia and no abrasive cleansers. Just water. The iPad screen has a special coating on it which repels the oil left there by your fingertips. Over time, this ability to repel oil diminishes and you will find that you cannot clean the fingerprint marks off your iPad screen as well. If you use any cleaning chemicals on the screen, you can further reduce the screen’s repelling abilities.

cleaning your iPad screen — iPad Screen Cleaning

Completely turn off your iPad. Gently wipe the iPad screen to remove fingerprints. Avoid getting any moisture into any openings on your iPad.

Keeping your iPad in a case will limit the possibilities of the screen getting damaged or scratched. Also, try not to eat or drink near your iPad to avoid spills on your device which may get into the openings and damage your iPad.

June 1, 2012June 1, 2012

How to Clean Your Makeup Brushes

Keeping your makeup brushes clean will ensure they have a longer lifespan, saving you money in frequent replacement costs. Over time, makeup brushes accumulate dirt and debris, old makeup, oils, bacteria and dead skin cells. Yuck. In addition to being dirty, makeup brushes become scratchy when they are not clean which can irritate your skin.

The frequency of cleaning your brushes will depend how much you use them. You likely should be cleaning your makeup brushes a minimum of once a week. Having extra makeup brushes will allow you to rotate them into use, always having a clean one available.

Here are the steps to cleaning your makeup brushes:

1. Wet the makeup brush hairs under lukewarm running water, being careful to always tilt the brush downward so the water doesn’t run up into the handle, potentially loosening the glue that holds the makeup brush hairs in place.

2. Squirt a very small amount of mild baby shampoo onto your fingers. Mild foaming face wash works well also. (There are specialized cleaning solutions that are marketed as makeup brush cleaners. It is not necessary to use one of these solutions to clean your makeup brushes.) Gently massage the shampoo or soap into the hairs of the makeup brush. Rinse under lukewarm running water, again being careful to tilt the brush downward to avoid water getting in contact with the glue which holds the hairs in place. Keep rinsing until all the shampoo or soap is gone and the water is running clean.

3. Gently squeeze the makeup brush hairs using a clean paper towel or clean towel. Once most of the water has been absorbed, lay the brush on its side on a clean towel to air dry. Reshape the hairs in order to prevent splaying. The drying time will depend on the type and size of makeup brush. Be sure that the brush is completely dry before using it, otherwise makeup will stick to it and you’ll have to clean the makeup brush again before you can use it!

May 31, 2012July 7, 2023

How to Clean Silver Using Toothpaste

Toothpaste can be a very effective cleaner for silver. The baking soda in toothpaste is what does the job. First, choose the right toothpaste. Do not choose gel toothpastes or toothpastes with tartar control or whitening powers. These toothpastes may contain chemicals which could damage the silver.

cleaning silver with toothpaste — Cleaning silver

Wet the silver and dab a small amount of toothpaste on the area you are going to clean. (You may wish to test a small area first so as to see if you should be using toothpaste to clean your silver item.) Use a clean damp cloth and rub the toothpaste around on the silver. Keep rubbing gently until the silver is polished. Rinse the silver with water. As your cloth gets dirty, fold over to get clean areas. Once the silver is all rinsed, dry with a soft clean cloth. Repeat these steps on all the silver you wish to clean. On silver with intricate designs or grooves, you can use a soft toothbrush to work the toothpaste foam into the hard-to-reach areas.

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