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New Hardwood Floor
Asked by C.R. from Chicago
on March 28, 2008
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Hi. I'm new here but I can see that everybody is so helpful! I'm pregnant and I want to make some changes in my house before the baby will come. I need somebody very g...
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- Nino Macias is great for indoor remodeling and outdoor. He's not a "decorator" so he soesn't charge like they do. He's insured and you can be sure to be having a profe...
- Hi C., I know a very nice contractor, and they are doing a good job. His name is Joe and his phone number is ###-###-#### . Hope, this is going to help you. Enjoy y...
- When they rip up your floors do not be home or breathe in. Open windows etc, there is always harmful polutants under floors and that could hurt the baby or you J.
What Is a Good Mop for Kitchen Floors?
Asked by H.M. from Atlanta
on February 18, 2009
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Help! :) I'm frustrated with the mops I have and have been debating about getting that Swiffer mop that I see advertised - the one with the spray thingy. Before spen...
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- I love my swiffer, but not for "tough" jobs. It is awesome for spot cleaning or for a quick daily clean. If you get your floors clean and then stay committed to usin...
- Hi H. Forget about the swiffer, its a waste of money and the cloths dry up before you get half your kitchen done. I strongly recommend you go to the home depot and ...
- The best thing I found is the Bissell Flip-ease All-in-one Vacuum and Mop. I love it!! I'm married and have 4 cats, 1 dog and I homeschool 3 kids. There's ALOT of crum...
Is Wood Flooring Harmful to Baby Feet?
Asked by L.A. from Phoenix
on January 19, 2009
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Hi Moms!
We recently installed wood laminate flooring through out our home. My husband's friend told him that his son was complaining about his feet hurting. When...
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- That sounds like hogwash to me - we have all ceramic tile floors throughout our house because carpet can harbor so many unhealthy things (dust, mites, mold) and you do...
- Hi L., I suppose all the people in developing nations around the world all have crippled feet (and we just have not heard about this enormous tragedy for some re...
- I have tile floors and have not had any problems, but I also have an are for my daughter that is padded that she has the option to play on. She mixes with the tile flo...
Removing Crayon from Grout
Asked by C.D. from Los Angeles
on November 10, 2008
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My son colored the grout between the floor tiles with red crayon. Does anyone have a low-toxic way to get it clean?
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- Hi C., Just be careful when using the Mr. Clean eraser. They have chemicals in them that can burn the skin. Use gloves and don't let your little ones touch them! ...
- Here's a helpful link for you http://www.mrscleannw.com/tips/crayon-stain-removal.html
- I'd try using baking soda or vinegar and a lot of elbow grease. if it comes down to using a cleaner, try Matsenbachers Graffiti remover found at some grocery stores a...
Mildew in the Tub Tile
Asked by A.C. from Chicago
on August 5, 2009
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Hi. We live in an older house and our bathroom is getting gross. Ok, yes, I know we need to replace it, but we can't do that until we have the money to replace the w...
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- Tilex works, although I feel I need a gas mask when I spray it on. It doesn't take scrubbing, I just open a window and let it sit. Nothing lasts though, the yuck com...
- I use the bleach....I have found that once you clean it up, the best way to hold it at bay is to keep the shower area dry. My parents go as far as to dry their shower...
- Hi A., We had a similar problem a year ago and decided to have the tile regrouted. I am not sure if that is something you are interested in, but we called Grout Me...
Contractor for Master Bathroom Remodel
Asked by K.M. from Dallas
on August 16, 2006
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Hi Mom's,
I am looking for a reliable, honest, and fair contractor who can handle an encompassing project of redoing my master bath. Our house is about 10 years old,...
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- Hi K., I wondered if you finished this project and would recommend who you hired? We want to do some simple things: adding a wall, doors, and switching out faucets in...
- Hi K., My husband is a general contractor who would be willing to come and look at your masterbath and give you some ideas if needed an a quote. He has an amazing ...
- My father owns a company called THG Construction and they are very reliable and fast at work. My husband also works for them and does most of the work. The phone numbe...
Granite Tile Recommendations?
Asked by E.S. from Denver
on March 25, 2009
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We are replacing our old laminate countertop in our kitchen and are trying to decide between new laminate or granite tile (can't afford granite slab or solid surface)....
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- Hi E.- I'm an interior designer, and I have a granite tile counter top. It is a great way to get the granite counter tops that you want without the large price. If ...
- I know that a lot of folks are nuts about granite, and it is beautiful. I've moved a lot and had laminate, solid surface (Corian), solid granite, and granite tile. P...
- Hi E., I don't know about granite tile, but we have solid granite (house came with it) and though it's beautiful, I wouldn't highly recommend it even in a single slab...
Tile and Grout Cleaning
Asked by M.E. from Dallas
on January 30, 2009
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I am wondering if anyone knows of a great company with great prices that do Tile and Grout cleaning. I have been trying to do it by hand but it is taking forever and ...
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- I have used Stanley Steamer in the past and they seem to be very reasonable. I would call them and have them come give you a quote. Good Luck!
- Hi M.- Ditto to what Ericka said. I took her advice and bought the grout paint. It worked like a charm. My grout was not sealed when we moved into our home and with...
- I HAVE THE EASY (and cheap) CURE! This is time consuming (1 weekend) but wonderful and will really last. They sell a product called "Grout Paint" at Home Depot tha...
An Italian Marble Floor Tile in Kitchen
Asked by C.G. from Syracuse
on December 4, 2008
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I recently started cleaning houses and this one house has an Italian marble floor tile in the kitchen. She has not ever really used anything on it yet she would like m...
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- I have a client whose house I clean and before me, my MIL cleaned for 10 years. The guy built the house and put in marble floors throughout and we wash the floor with ...
- I am a member of a do it yourself group and they are very helpful with things like this. Just need to join the group. http://groups.yahoo.com/group/DoIt_Yourself/
- C., Ask if she has had someone else achieve this 'glow' before, or if you're the first. Keep looking for the sites - maybe ask who installed the marble and what...
Son Is Crawling Now - and Getting into Everything!
Asked by K.R. from Houston
on June 10, 2008
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My little guy just turned 8 months. He started crawling about a week ago....and now he is terrorizing my dog and getting into everything he shouldn't. I have noticed...
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- That's too funny! My little guy started crawling too and he's 8 months. Yeah he's into everything but I let him "explore". I have everything "baby proof" and if there ...
- K., he is so normal. I have a 7 month old dd, that has been crawling already for over a month. She has also got her share of head bruises from the floor and furnitur...
- We say "Danger, not for baby." and give a toy they can play with. At this age discipline is redirection and distraction. He is not going to understand why you are t...
