http://www.rayshousehelp.com Help with home repairs and additions. Mon, 22 Feb 2010 15:00:05 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Using a basic mold and mildew cleaner on your tube or shower grout occasionally will help keep your walls sanitary. But just your basic cleaning won't get your grout to sparkle. At least once a year you can try this to get that extra shine ... http://www.rayshousehelp.com/simple-and-easy-way-to-clean-grout/ This DIY video will show you how to make a spare key from a plastic soda bottle. var s1 = new SWFObject("http://www.rayshousehelp.com/player.swf","JW","480","420","9"); s1.addParam("allowscriptaccess", "always"); s1.addParam("allowfullscreen","true"); s1.addParam("wmode","transparent"); s1.addParam("flashvars","file=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4o1biyuS8GM"); s1.addVariable("enablejs", "true"); s1.write("mediaspace"); ... http://www.rayshousehelp.com/how-to-make-a-back-up-key-from-pop-bottle-diy-video/ Did you forget to clean out your lawn mower deck before putting it away for the winter? Do you now have grass clippings stuck to the underside of your mower like cement? This will help speed removal of grass. Help clean your lawnmower deck of dried grass by idling it for ... http://www.rayshousehelp.com/how-to-remove-dried-grass-from-lawn-mower-deck/ To keep from having spots from your dishwasher scrape off all food and rinse dishes before you put them in the dishwasher. Most dish detergent manufacturers claim that it is not necessary to rinse dishes, the best practice is to rinse your dishes first. var s1 = new SWFObject("http://www.rayshousehelp.com/player.swf","JW","480","420","9"); s1.addParam("allowscriptaccess", "always"); s1.addParam("allowfullscreen","true"); s1.addParam("wmode","transparent"); s1.addParam("flashvars","file=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q_MaeH3h4wA"); s1.addVariable("enablejs", ... http://www.rayshousehelp.com/how-to-load-and-run-a-dishwasher-efficiently/ Old deck looking a little weathered and gray? Thinking about replacing the boards? You should try this simple trick to see if you can get a few more years out of them. Decking materials don't come cheap. If your deck looks in bad repair, don't run out ... http://www.rayshousehelp.com/make-deck-boards-look-new-again-how-to-patio-help/ Clean your air conditioner help. Make you home cooler with less energy by cleaning your air conditioner. Watch this appliance tutorial video that provides a quick DIY lesson in how to clean air conditioning coils. This can save you a lot of money. Pay close attention. ... http://www.rayshousehelp.com/how-to-clean-air-conditioning-coils-video-hvac-tips-help-and-care/ It is best to deal with spilled lubricants and auto fluids while they’re still in a liquid state. They’re a lot easier to get up in that form than after they’ve soaked into a concrete floor. Shake on an absorbent powder. Most everyone has heard of using kitty litter but you ... http://www.rayshousehelp.com/how-to-clean-oil-and-grease-off-of-garage-floor/ Simple ways to unstick and fix your garbage disposal if it jams up are shown in the how to video. http://www.rayshousehelp.com/garbage-disposal-how-to-fix-unstick-repair-or-unjam-video/ Clogged drains can be a big hassle to get moving free again. Just a few easy steps will go a long way towards keeping the water flowing down your house's pipes. Ways to avoid clogging drains, use a drain strainer to trap food particles and hair; collect grease in cans ... http://www.rayshousehelp.com/prevent-clogged-drains-how-to-avoid-clogging-your-sink-or-bath/ Cat doors and flaps will allow your cat to roam free whenever he or she wants. Cats enjoy exploring new territory. The cat door will let him have that freedom. Your new cat door will enable your cat to access both inside and outside areas freely. Just ... http://www.rayshousehelp.com/install-a-cat-door-or-pet-flap-how-to-video/