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  2. Stain removal - Wikipedia

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    There are four ways to apply a solvent to a fabric for removing stains: [1] Soaking. This is a common method used in households to remove a variety of stains. Depending on the stains composition, the stained material is left to soak in a container of warm or cool water and solvent.

  3. Adhesive remover - Wikipedia

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    Adhesive removers are intended to break down glue so that it can be removed from surfaces easily. [1] [2] [3] Formulations may be designed to remove a broad range of adhesives or to address a specific bond. [1] Many general purpose removers are intended to remove residue from adhesive tape. [1] [2] [3]

  4. As Seen on TV: Mighty Mendit not all Billy Mays says ... - AOL

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    The claims: Repairs almost any fabric, fast way to fix rips, make hems, leaves no stains The Buy-o-meter rating: 3 out of 5 The late great Billy Mays just seemed so excited and sure about Mighty ...

  5. You Can Use Vinegar and Baking Soda To Remove Rust - AOL

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    The baking soda will neutralize the acidity of the solution, reducing its corrosive properties. Let it soak for 10 to 15 minutes. Thoroughly dry the object to prevent any future rust formation.

  6. Descaling agent - Wikipedia

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    Limescale build-up inside a pipe reduces both liquid flow and thermal conduction from the pipe, so will reduce thermal efficiency when used as a heat exchanger.. A descaling agent or chemical descaler is a liquid chemical substance used to remove limescale from metal surfaces in contact with hot water, such as in boilers, water heaters, and kettles.

  7. Calcium Lime Rust - Wikipedia

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    May 2012) (Learn how and when to remove this message) Calcium Lime Rust , more commonly known as CLR , is a household cleaning product used for dissolving stains, such as calcium , lime , and iron oxide deposits.

  8. Limescale - Wikipedia

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    Limescale is a hard, chalky deposit, consisting mainly of calcium carbonate (CaCO 3). It often builds up inside kettles , boilers , and pipework, especially that for hot water. It is also often found as a similar deposit on the inner surfaces of old pipes and other surfaces where hard water has flowed.

  9. Water softening - Wikipedia

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    Water softening is the removal of calcium, magnesium, and certain other metal cations in hard water. The resulting soft water requires less soap for the same cleaning effort, as soap is not wasted bonding with calcium ions. Soft water also extends the lifetime of plumbing by reducing or eliminating scale build-up in pipes and fittings.