How to Remove Burn Mark on Carpet

While catching up with some of my ironing chores, at the same time watching my favorite TV series, I unwittingly dropped the electric iron on the carpet, and now it left an unpleasant iron burn spot on it. I’ve learned the easiest method to conceal a small burn from carpets is to find a blunt pair of scissor (with a tip that is a bit circular). Scuff the scissor over the burn spot repeatedly.

how to remove carpet burnThe deliquesce fibers of the carpets will begin to detach and transform into more or less a powder-like remnant. Remember not to overdo it for longer time. You don’t wish the coils to split or perhaps the carpet being too “wooly” due to the effect of the scissors.

Gradually, the singed fibers will loosen up and the carpet’s appearance should look lighter. This particular will not be effective for serious burns. This method is useful, mainly for a small burn in which the fibers have transformed to a little “grayish” color.


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Repairing A wall Plate Made Easy

When carrying out any repairs, always work in a well-ventilated room as some of the chemicals used are potentially dangerous (check the packaging for information). Make sure you have plenty of room in which to work and that there is a good light source (preferably a natural light source).

Preparation

Chipped china soon becomes discolored especially those pieces that are still in use. Before you can carry out any restoration you must ensure that the broken surface is completely free of dirt and grime otherwise you will be left with an ugly line around the join.

wall plateMany pieces come clean when immersed in baby bottle sterilizing fluid or denture cleaner. However, more stubborn stains may require bleaching. Use a mixture of hydrogen peroxide (available from most chemists) or household bleach and ammonia.

This mixture should only be used to bleach earthenware as it is much too strong to be used on delicate porcelain pieces.

Repairing the chip

1. Make a mould by pressing Plasticine over an unbroken area of plate (this should be a similar shape to the broken area), sandwiching a piece of cling film between the Plasticine and the plate.

2. Peel the Plasticine away from the back of the plate using the cling film to ease it away from the surface. Align the Plasticine with the damaged edge of the plate. [Read more...]

How to Grow Climbers and Wall Shrubs in Small Garden

Climbing plants are invaluable for giving the garden a well-furnished, finished look. And as a bonus, if you have anything to hide (an ugly wall, a dilapidated shed), they’ll do it beautifully.

wall climbers plantsWe’ll be introducing you to some of the better wall shrubs here, too – plants like ceanothus and pyracantha, which will benefit from the warmth and shelter of a wall, and add height and interest. So although they’re not climbers, they deserve honorary membership.

Growing success
Preparing the planting site is dull work, but vital for success, so don’t take short cuts, especially when you’re planting close to walls where the soil is usually poor and dry. It’s doubly important when planting a climber to grow up a tree, where it will always face fierce competition from the tree’s roots.

First water the plant thoroughly, then dig a hole that’s twice the width of the container and 12 in/30cm deep. Ideally, set the hole at least 18 in/45cm from the wall or tree, though in confined spaces this isn’t always possible. Improve the excavated soil by mixing it with equal parts organic matter, such as compost or well-rotted manure. [Read more...]

Giving Old Chest Drawer a New Lease of Life

Browsing around second-hand furniture shops will turn up unexpected treasures waiting to be given a new lease of life. Each piece of furniture will have its own problems and these need to be assessed before the item is purchased, to make sure that the repairs needed are not too time consuming or difficult to do.

chest drawerThis article concentrates on renovating a chest of drawers. It explains how to repair common problems associated with these two items of furniture in general, such as broken drawers and doors, missing castors and warped cupboard bases. Many of these tips can be applied to another furniture.

Once the piece of furniture has been repaired, the pleasurable task of decorating the exterior can begin. The item can be decorated to co-ordinate with the decor of a room or alternatively the character of the piece itself can provide the inspiration for the decoration. Whichever direction you take, the final result will be a personalized item of furniture ¡ª for a fraction of the cost of buying the same item new.

Drawers are constantly in use and tend to suffer the worst damage. Badly worn runners, missing drawer stops and warped or loose drawer bases are the usual problems. Missing or loose handles and knobs are another problem.

Once mended, the chest can be stripped back and varnished; waxed to bring out the grain of the wood, or painted.

To be continued here….


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