Ever pull your clothes out of the washer and all your white socks were pink, because you threw your favorite red shirt in with them? Well here are some tips to prevent your friends from heckling you about your pink socks!

When someone breaks into your home it is a crime of opportunity, where entry is gained due to carelessness of homeowners. Reportedly, there are 8,600 break-ins in a day and 1 every 13 seconds. A security system is always a good idea as well but for some an extra expense they can not afford - In any case follow these essentials and you will all but eliminate the chance of unlawful entry.

Easily get rid of paint smells with a single household ingredient found in most everyday pantries and eliminate the smell of paint fumes that cause dizziness, burning eyes, nausea and headaches. So put away the Visine, the Pepto and the Advil and breathe easy with this clever lil how to tip. Gotcha Covered tested and approved!

Say goodbye to clogged lawn mowers with this lil how to tip. One household product will help keep the undercarriage of your lawn mower clog free and moving easily. Gotcha covered tested and approved!

Save time and money with this how to tip of keeping your swimming pool filter clean for over 1yr without replacing it, for under $7 Bucks. That's a savings in upwards of $160.00! Gotcha Covered tested and approved.

Killing ants and getting rid of them from your home inside or out doesn't have to be a daunting chore anymore. With this how to tip on How to Get Rid of Ants you will discover a natural treatment for under $4 bucks to rid your home inside or out from an ant invasion. Gotcha Covered tested and approved!

If you don't want to buy an Aardvark, try some of these tips.

An attractive table doesn't guarantee a delicious meal, but it can enhance the dining experience. The starting point of a gorgeous table is the centerpiece. If you choose an arrangement of fresh or artificial flowers, make sure it isn't so tall that diners will have to look around it to see each other. A lovely ceramic bowl filled with fruit or a tray full of low candles are other options for an elegant focal point. Once you have decided on a centerpiece, it's time to bring together the other components

If you are looking for a great idea for fall decorating, or that special centerpiece for you Thanksgiving table nothing defines the season more beautifully than an arrangement of autumn flowers in a pumpkin vase. Using mini pumpkins for candle holders on either side of your arrangement will give your table an elegant fall look that nothing can match.

Fall is here, Halloween is over, now what creative way can you use some of those pumpkings... there are pumpkins of every size wherever you go. This year make a vase out of a pumpkin to hold my beautiful Autumn inspired flowers.

An easy recipe for an all purpose cleaning spray with baking soda. Use this in place of store bought cleaners.
No unnecessary chemicals, and environmentally friendly. Parents, pet owners and campers will keep the bad chemicals away from their family and pets.
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And you save hundreds of dollars a year by making your own cleaning products. I will be adding several more recipies for other products so keep looking for them.
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Try to eliminate any use of products with NPE in them, it is typically found in detergents. Here is some information about what it is, and why it's bad.
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What are NPEs?
Nonylphenol Ethoxylates (NPEs) have many uses, but they are primarily used as surfactants in cleaning chemical formulations, as wetting agents and as dispersants or emulsifiers in some pesticide formulations.
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Nonylphenol Ethoxylates (NPE) and Nonylphenols (NP) are bad for the environment, bad for wildlife and bad for YOU.
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Potential Effects of NP and NPE on Humans Potential Effects of NP and NPE on Animals:
Reproductive disorders
` Reproductive disorders
Endocrine disruption
` Endocrine disruption
Decreased sperm count in men
` Feminization of males
Learning disabilities
` Birth defects
Birth defects
` Significantly reduced populations
Cancer (suspected)
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Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals: Nonylphenol Ethoxylates (NPE)
The endocrine system plays a fundamental role in the development and metabolism of animals and humans. It is instrumental in the control of growth and development of tissues and organs from conception through adulthood.
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Some of its most profound and irreversible effects occur during the early stages of development of the embryo or young offspring. The potential for serious or irreversible damage to occur as a result of exposure to endocrine disrupting substances is clear.
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Link to United Labs Inc: http://www.unitedlabsinc.com/usa/content/about_us/npe_free.asp

Gnats are relatively harmless but can be annoying and downright embarrassing when you have company over.
This is a few simple solutions to the problem. Gnats fly around your head because they're attracted by your exhaled carbon dioxide from your nose and mouth. gnats normally live in overwatered house plants, old garbage, and drains.

Six steps to help you organize your garage in a cost effective way making good use of space and using containers you already have.

If you want to cut costs on laundry detergent you can make your own. Here is a recipe that doesn’t take that long to make. You can double and triple this recipe to make larger batches.
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The key is to be prepared so make sure you have all the ingredients and items needed to make this.
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If you do not like using powder laundry soap / detergent , there is another How To make Liquid Laundry Soap / Laundry Detergent.

If you want to cut costs on laundry detergent you can make your own. Here is a recipe that doesn’t take that long to make. You can double and triple this recipe to make larger batches.
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The key is to be prepared so make sure you have all the ingredients and items needed to make this.
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If you do not like using a powder laundry detergent / soap, there is a How To make Powder Laundry Soap / Laundry Detergent

Every once and again your coffee doesn't smell or taste all that good....bad water??? bad coffee?? Maybe, but most likely your coffee pot needs to be cleaned. A simple process of mixing vinegar and H2O and your coffee will continue to wake you with a smile.

Leftover coffee oils and hard water deposits in your coffee maker can affect the taste of coffee. These can easily be removed using white vinegar and cold water.

Stainless Steel has always been popular for cooking, but maintenance and shine of steel cook pots is sometimes difficult.
Following are some healthy, non-toxic and natural ways of keeping your stainless steel clean and shiny.

Cleaning Stainless Steel Sink may be sometimes tricky. Vinegar and baking soda are natural, non-abrasive cleaners that are safe to use on stainless steel kitchen sinks. A touch of elbow grease is all you need to get that sink basin shiny again.

Fill a microwave safe bowl with water and place it in your microwave.