Dario Ragnolo
House Cleaning Professional
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Co-authored Articles (11)
How to
Remove Rust from Metal
When metal has rusted, throwing it away and buying a replacement isn't always an option. You can remove rust using household ingredients such as aluminum foil and a mild acid like white vinegar, or with special rust-remo...
How to
Remove Mildew Smell from Clothing
If damp clothes sit for too long, they can develop an unpleasant, musty smell due to the presence of mildew. In addition, mildew in your washing machine can leave the same smell in your clothes, even if you dry them imme...
How to
Clean Rust Off Stainless Steel
There are several ways to deal with small rust spots on your stainless steel. Small spots are best cleaned using one of a number of pastes you can make with – variously – lemon juice, baking soda, water, and cream o...
How to Repair a Chipped Quartz Countertop + Prevent Future Damage
Use superglue, epoxy, caulk, or a repair kit to fix chips fastIn spite of being tough, quartz countertops can get chipped or cracked due to age and accidents. However, in most cases, you can repair the affected area with...
How to
Remove Mildew Smell from Towels
If you forget to dry your towels after washing them, they may develop a pungent mildew smell that will make them incredibly unpleasant to use. Thankfully, you can combat this foul odor at home using some clever cleaning ...
How to
Clean Painted Wood
Painted wood comes in many forms, whether it’s a cabinet, baseboard, or other household object. While these items don’t require a lot of maintenance, it’s important to give these surfaces a proper cleaning once eve...
How to
Remove Iron Stains
Multiple methods for removing iron from different surfaces Rusting metals and water filled with iron particles leave behind red-colored flakes on many surfaces. Iron stains are stubborn, but they are often removable wi...
How to
Clean Grout with Toilet Cleaner
Grime and water stains on the grout in your bathroom or your kitchen can be unsightly and hard to clean. You may struggle to clean grout in your home using conventional cleaners and be hesitant to use bleach. Instead, yo...
How to
Clean Stucco
Exterior stucco is a porous material with a textured surface. Stucco's porosity causes it to stain quickly and the textured surface allows dirt, grime and debris to settle easily into the crevices. The most common stains...
How to
Clean Sliding Glass Door Tracks
Dirty sliding glass door tracks can gum up your door and make it difficult to open and close. Cleaning them once a week can help reduce the amount of built-up dirt and grime and will make the door easier to maintain. You...
How to Remove & Prevent Mold in a Car
The best, most effective DIY cleaning agents for eliminating mold If you’ve ever seen mold in your car, you’ve probably wondered how it got there and, more importantly, how to get rid of it. Cleaning up mold is a lit...