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I've heard that carpets get dirty faster after cleaning, is that true?   created at May 19, 2009   1,216   It may be, depending on the method used to clean them. Years ago carpets were shampooed using a rotary brush. Because the shampoo and dirt were pushed down into the carpet rather than lifted out, the top looked nice for a few days. But it soon was dirtier ...

What’s this I hear about a corn-based carpet fiber?   created at May 19, 2009   1,386   Well, hold onto your scarecrows! Mohawk has introduced the first bio-based fiber that’s made partially from corn sugar. SmartStrand, made with DuPont Sorona polymer, represents a breakthrough in carpet fiber technology, producing a superior type of carpet...

How can I protect my new floor?   created at May 19, 2009   1,252   For hard surface products like wood, laminate, or vinyl we strongly recommend using walk-off mats in doorways and protective pads on the bottom of your table and chairs. Total Floor Covering carries many sizes and styles of floor protectors as well as disc...

Safeguarding Your Carpet - Essential Tips to Prevent Damage   created at May 18, 2009   1,234   To safeguard your carpet,promptly address spills using a clean cloth and appropriate cleaning solution,avoiding harsh chemicals or excessive scrubbing.Regular vacuuming,especially in high-traffic areas,removes dirt and grit that can abrade fibers.Protect y...

The Personal Choice of Carpet Color - A Closer Look   created at May 18, 2009   1,240   Choosing carpet color is a deeply personal decision,influenced by factors such as individual taste,the existing décor,the room's function and size,and the desired mood or atmosphere.Light colors tend to brighten smaller spaces and create a feeling of open...

How do I Avoid the Shower Curtain sticking to me?   created at May 16, 2009   1,422   No one really knows exactly why this happens when you run a shower. Though there are a few theories knocking around no one has the exact answer (yet). Anyway to stop this you can buy shower curtains with magnets sewn into the hem of the curtain (or add you...

Do new shower curtains give off toxins?   created at May 16, 2009   1,272   No, new shower curtains are not toxic, no matter what material the are made of. There is quite a trend in buying natural cotton and hemp shower curtains lately - and they look great - but there’s no need to buy them for safety reasons. Not sure where this...

How Should I Care for Shower Curtains?   created at May 16, 2009   1,218   Avoid mildew by airing off your shower curtain every time you take a shower. This involves nothing more than opening out the shower curtain fully to let it dry rather than leaving it all gathered together at one side of the bath. If shower curtains start t...

Is it true that some patterns and colors can actually make us feel better?   created at May 15, 2009   1,332   Yes, the key is to recognize your personality traits and complement them with the right color and pattern. If you find yourself feeling stressed out at the end of the day - then decorate your resting space, i.e. your reading room, bedroom, or den, in paler...

How can wallpaper make a small room look bigger? What are the best patterns?   created at May 15, 2009   1,450   In general, light colors add a feeling of spaciousness. In particular, striped wallcoverings are a sure bet for adding height to a room. Stripes visually raise the height of the ceiling by drawing the eye upward. At the same time, pastel colors broaden the...

Types of Wallpaper   created at May 15, 2009   2,174   The most popular types of wallpaper you will find at your local wallpaper retailer or home improvement store are: Vinyl Coated Paper - this wallpaper has a paper substrate on which the decorative surface has been sprayed or coated with an acrylic type viny...

Wallpaper Pattern Matching   created at May 15, 2009   1,377   All wallpapers, except some textures and murals, have a pattern repeat. The repeat is the vertical distance between one point on the pattern to the identical point vertically. This pattern repeat is an integral part of the design. The repeat can range anyw...

Wallpaper packing and sizes   created at May 15, 2009   1,325   Wallpaper comes in different lengths and widths and, although usually priced by the single roll, it is packaged either as double or triple rolls. People may find this packaging versus pricing situation hard to understand. However, wallpaper is packaged thi...

Wallpaper pattern and run numbers   created at May 15, 2009   1,302   A pattern number and dye-lot or "run number" is printed on each roll. A pattern number identifies a particular design and color way of a pattern. The dye-lot number represents a particular group of rolls that are printed on the same print run. Different dy...

The situation when growth hormone therapy should not be given   created at May 14, 2009   1,226   You should not use growth hormone if: You are allergic to phenol or any other ingredient in the medicine. You have cancer or other form of active tumour. You have not finished your treatment for cancer or another form of tumour. Your bones have stopped gro...

How can we make curing cancer a global priority?   created at May 14, 2009   1,228   How do you eat an elephant?One bite at a time. I think the answer resides in the people. The more people to champion the cause, the more likely movement will be made towards a cure. There is a role for everyone. 1. Invest in the future. The children of tod...

What are the latest trends in wallpaper design?   created at May 13, 2009   1,462   Every year there are new colours and designs in every product area responding to global and local influences, cultural and lifestyle trends and changes. Wallcovering manufacturers regularly bring out new colours and designs too; sometimes subtle variations...

How do I work out how much paper I need in a room?   created at May 13, 2009   1,176   Most wallpaper rolls are about half a metre wide and 10 metres long, so that will give you about 3 drops given the standard wall height of 2.4 metres—about 5 square metres per roll. A normal-sized living room would take around 7 rolls, generally speaking ...

Are there ‘test-pots’ for wallpaper?   created at May 13, 2009   1,142   Yes, in a way—your retailer will provide you with a good-sized sample piece of the wallpaper you like so you can try it at home. Just tape or pin the sample on the wall and see how it looks.

Can I wallpaper a room myself or is it too difficult for a beginner?   created at May 13, 2009   1,214   Yes you can and no, it isn’t.  It’s much easier now, with pre-pasted papers and new technologies like non-woven backings. Retailers will advise you; they have instruction leaflets and videos / DVDs that show you how.  A great place to start is ...

Is it true that if I wallpaper it will be hard to remove when I want to change the look of the room?   created at May 13, 2009   1,201   It used to be, but that was then—now there are papers that can be easily stripped and replaced. We make a very effective wallpaper stripper (Metylan Special Wallpaper Remover) that will make the job simple and quick. And if you make sure that the walls ar...

What is psoriasis?   created at May 13, 2009   1,223   Psoriasis is an inflammatory skin condition that shows up in several forms. The two that appear most in children are: • Plaque psoriasis. This is the most common type. If your baby has a raised, red lesion covered with a flaky, silvery-white scale, he may...

What are the benefits of the chicken pox vaccine?   created at May 13, 2009   1,261   It may seem unnecessary, because childhood chicken pox (also known as varicella) is usually a relatively mild illness. And some parents think it's better to let their kids be exposed to chicken pox so they'll have the illness (and the resulting immunity) n...

How should I treat my baby's chicken pox?   created at May 13, 2009   1,227   Keep your baby home from daycare until all the sores have crusted over to prevent her from spreading the disease and to give her time to recuperate. Unfortunately, children are most contagious the day or two before the rash erupts, usually before parents k...

How do I get rid of lice?   created at May 13, 2009   1,250   Because lice can travel from one head to another, getting rid of the bugs and nits right away can keep them from spreading to other children and family members. But eliminating lice isn't always easy. Lice-killing shampoos, called pediculicides, might soun...

What substances are most likely to cause a severe reaction?   created at May 12, 2009   1,307   There are many possible allergens, but these are the most common: • Peanuts, tree nuts (such as walnuts and cashews), shellfish (like shrimp and lobster), fish, milk, and eggs are the most common culprits, although any food can cause a severe allergic rea...

What is anaphylactic shock?   created at May 12, 2009   1,209   Anaphylactic shock (also called anaphylaxis) is a rapid and severe allergic reaction, and one of the scariest health emergencies a parent can face. It starts when the immune system mistakenly responds to a harmless substance as if it were a serious threat....

How do I treat a sting if my child doesn't have an allergic reaction?   created at May 12, 2009   1,344   If there's a stinger, remove it by scraping it out with your fingernail or a credit card. (Pulling it out with your fingers or tweezers could squeeze more of the venom into your baby's body.) Wash the area thoroughly with soap and water. You can help relie...

What if he's allergic to the insect?   created at May 12, 2009   1,158   In rare cases, a child may have a severe allergic reaction to a bite or sting, which could be fatal. If your baby has any of the following symptoms after he's bitten, call an ambulance: •  wheezing or trouble breathing •  vomiting •  hives or a rash ...

Can my child be cured of asthma?   created at May 11, 2009   1,181   There's no cure for asthma, although some asthmatic babies who wheeze only when they have colds or upper respiratory tract infections outgrow the tendency to wheeze over time. In general, asthma is thought to be a lifelong condition, although the frequency...

Stopping an asthma attack   created at May 11, 2009   1,146   Your doctor will probably prescribe one or more drugs for your baby. Drugs known as quick relievers are used to stop an asthma attack. These fast-acting medications relieve the spasms in the airway, making breathing easier. Quick-reliever drugs such as alb...

What should I do if the rash doesn't get better?   created at May 11, 2009   1,180   Talk with your baby's doctor or a pediatric dermatologist. If the rash doesn't get better after following the suggestions above, your doctor might suggest trying mild topical steroids, which can be bought over the counter. If the over-the-counter variety d...

Could my baby's eczema be caused by a certain food?   created at May 11, 2009   1,241   Eczema is not a specific allergy, but in some children, certain allergenic foods can trigger eczema or make it worse. If you or your doctor suspects that your baby's eczema is affected by certain foods, the mostly likely culprits are cow's milk and eggs, f...

What can I do to treat my baby's eczema?   created at May 11, 2009   1,266   Taking good care of your baby's skin is crucial. Here are some tips: Try to keep your baby's skin from becoming too dry. Talk with her doctor about how often to bathe her. Many experts now believe that daily bathing can be helpful for babies with eczema. J...

What other problems happen as a result of sinusitis?   created at May 11, 2009   1,252   I have seen patients with problems like hives which wouldn't get better, they had no other symptoms. The hives got better immediately with treatment of sinusitis. I was amazed. Sinus problems may also cause all kinds of allergies to worsen (it seems that s...

How are head and neck cancers staged and what, exactly, does that mean?   created at May 09, 2009   1,208   A staging system is a clinical evaluation, based on the best possible estimate of the extent of the disease prior to treatment. Head and neck cancers are commonly staged using the TNM system. T describes the size of the tumor. N describes the extent of the...

What are the warning signs of head and neck cancers?   created at May 09, 2009   1,478   Warning signs of head and neck cancers depend on the location of the cancer. Sometimes there are no warning signs. That's why men and women over 40 may wish to get an annual cancer-related health checkup, especially if they use tobacco or alcohol. Having a...

What are the major contributing factors for head and neck cancers?   created at May 09, 2009   1,693   The major causes (etiologic factors) for head and neck cancers are tobacco and alcohol use, including cigarettes, cigars, snuff, chewing tobacco, betel leaf, lime, catchu and areca nut, and marijuana. Combining tobacco and alcohol use poses an even greater...

What if the surgery doesn't help for sinus surgery ?   created at May 08, 2009   1,251   First, be patient, recovery from surgery takes weeks (occasionally months). If you aren't better at that point then there are many possibilities including allergies, immune problems, fungal infection of the sinuses, scarring from the original surgery, sinu...

What is done if I have to have sinus surgery?   created at May 08, 2009   1,278   You should first understand that I am not a surgeon, so this is from the perspective of someone who has seen the surgery, and had the surgery done, but who doesn't do the surgery himself. The surgery, called functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS), may ...

Sinus Surgery: When Is It Necessary?   updated at Nov 09, 2025   1,306   A small subset of individuals suffering from chronic sinusitis may find themselves unresponsive to even the most comprehensive medical treatments.Research suggests that,among patients managed by allergists specializing in chronic sinusitis,this figure fall...

What effect do nasal polyps have on sinus problems?   created at May 08, 2009   1,185   Nasal polyps are not true polyps but rather are probably caused by inflammation in the nose. They look like peeled grapes but are basically fluid-filled sacs. They can be found anywhere in the sinuses or nose and commonly are associated with sinus infectio...

What kind of effects do tobacco smoke and other irritants have on the sinuses?   created at May 08, 2009   1,427   Tobacco smoke and various other irritants may cause worsening of symptoms. Those irritants include auto exhaust, gasoline fumes, paint fumes, perfume, roach spray and household chemicals such as bleach, etc. Cigarette smoke paralyzes the tiny hairs (cilia)...

Why do I have to keep my nose clear? I can breathe through my mouth.   created at May 07, 2009   1,312   While you can breathe through your mouth,relying solely on it is less efficient and can lead to dryness and irritation.Your nose filters,warms,and humidifies the air you breathe,protecting your lungs from irritants and pathogens.Keeping your nose clear ens...

Why do we have sinuses?   updated at Nov 07, 2025   1,532   The sinuses are air-filled spaces located within the bones of your skull.These cavities,nestled within the facial structure,play several roles in maintaining head and respiratory health.Let's explore the location and function of these often-overlooked anat...

What is the treatment for Lyme disease?   updated at Oct 31, 2025   1,187   Key Points about Lyme Disease Treatment?:Antibiotics are the Primary Treatment: The standard treatment for Lyme disease is with antibiotics.Early Treatment is Crucial: Antibiotics are most effective when started as early as possible after infection.Prompt ...

What are the symptoms of Lyme disease?   created at May 06, 2009   1,505   Lyme disease can affect any part of the body and cause many different symptoms. The commonest symptoms relate to the person feeling unwell, having flu-like symptoms, extreme tiredness, muscle pain, muscle weakness, joint pain, upset digestive system, heada...

How to remove Attached Ticks ?   updated at Nov 08, 2025   1,422   Prompt tick removal is crucial,as it significantly reduces the likelihood of contracting Lyme disease or other tick-borne illnesses.This article outlines the safest and most effective method for removing attached ticks. The Tweezers Method: Your Best BetTh...