How to Clean Nubuck Boots Posted: 22 Sep 2019 05:00 PM PDT Nubuck is a kind of leather that's sanded and soft. It's similar to suede, and looks elegant on boots. The only downside is that Nubuck picks up dirt easily, so you have to regularly clean your Nubuck boots. You can remove light scuff marks and stains with a nail file, a cleaning gum, a pencil eraser, or baby wipes. To get at heavier stains, use soapy water, a suede brush, and white vinegar. Prevent future damage with a waterproofing spray. [Edit]Removing Light Scuff Marks and Stains - Rub a nail file gently against the Nubuck. Rub the nail file in the direction that smooths the Nubuck, instead of the direction that makes all the little fibers stand upright. This will remove dust particles stuck in the Nubuck pores.[1]
- Using this method too often can damage your boots, so only use a nail file for occasional cleanings, not routine ones.
- Remove scuff marks with a cleaning gum, if you have one. A cleaning gum is basically a huge eraser, made specifically for cleaning shoes. You can use it to erase scuff marks from your boots. Just rub the cleaning gum gently against the scuff mark until it disappears.[2]
- Erase scuff marks with a pencil eraser, if you don't have a cleaning gum. A pencil eraser is an affordable alternative to a cleaning gum, and does almost as good a job. Just rub the eraser gently against the scuff marks, and wipe away the eraser shavings with your hand.[3]
- Wipe small stains with baby wipes. The baby wipes should dissolve the stains without damaging the Nubuck. But you should only use them to target specific stains. Don't rub the baby wipes over the whole boot, because that wouldn't be good for the Nubuck.[4]
[Edit]Deep-Cleaning Your Boots - Stuff your boots with newspaper and wipe them with a dry rag. The newspaper will help the boots keep their shape and prevent you from dripping any water into the insides of the boots. With the rag, try to get off as much of the visible dirt and mud as possible. [5]
- Rub the boots gently so that you don't end up rubbing the dirt further into the Nubuck.
- Scrub your boots with a soapy toothbrush. Squirt a bit of dish soap into a bowl of water. Dip a clean toothbrush into the bowl and then rub the dirty spot on your boot with the toothbrush. Use this method sparingly because too much water can stain Nubuck.[6]
- Allow your boots to air-dry overnight before cleaning further. Don't use heat to dry your boots, because heat can damage Nubuck. Just let them sit in a well-ventilated spot overnight.[7]
- Brush your dry boots with a suede brush. Gently glide the suede brush over your boots in the direction of the fiber. This will protect the nap of your boots, fluff up the suede, and remove dirt.[8]
- An old toothbrush works as an affordable replacement for a suede brush.[9]
- Apply a small bit of white vinegar to tough stains. Really tough stains will only dissolve with a stronger solvent. White vinegar is good because it is perfectly clear, and won't leave any marks as it dissolves the stain. The downside is, it might make your boots smell like vinegar. But after a little while the scent will disappear.[10]
[Edit]Preventing Future Damage - Spray your clean boots with a waterproofing agent. Spray your boots all over with a waterproofing agent to protect them from future stains and scuffs. Waterproofing is especially important if you live somewhere with a lot of rain.[11]
- Hold the spray can at least 6 inches (15 cm) from the boots while you're spraying.[12]
- Stuff your boots with crumpled newspaper to avoid spraying inside the boots.
- Ventilate your room by opening windows to prevent inhaling aerosolized particles. [13]
- Let the boots dry for 2 hours before applying another coat. The boots may not be completely dry in only 2 hours, but they will be dry enough for a second coat. Let the boots air dry. Don't try to speed up the drying process by exposing them to excess heat, because that can warp and damage Nubuck.[14]
- Spray your boots with a second coat of waterproofing agent. Again, hold the spray can at least 6 inches (15 cm) from the boots. Applying 2 coats will make sure your boots can withstand water better.[15]
- Let the boots dry overnight before wearing or handling them. Your boots will now be able to withstand light rain without getting stained. But they're still not rain boots, so don't go puddle-stomping in them.[16]
- Avoid wearing the same pair of boots every single day. Let your boots air out in between wearings, so that the sweat can evaporate. This will make your boots last longer and smell fresher. If Nubuck boots are your work boots, consider getting a second, identical, pair of boots, so you can switch them out every other day. [17]
[Edit]Things You'll Need [Edit]Removing Light Scuff Marks and Stains - Nail file
- Cleaning gum
- Pencil eraser
- Baby wipes
[Edit]Deep Cleaning Your Boots - Old newspaper
- Cleaning rag
- Dish soap
- Bowl
- Water
- Old toothbrush
- Suede brush
- White vinegar
[Edit]Preventing Future Damage - Old newspaper
- Waterproofing spray
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How to Remove Hair Dye from Skin Posted: 22 Sep 2019 09:00 AM PDT Stained skin is an unfortunate risk that comes with dying your own hair. Fortunately, it's easy to remove stain from your fingers, hairline, ears or anywhere you dropped dye. Loosen the pigment with more hair color, baking soda, or a household product before you rinse it away. If you work before the dye sets, the stain should wash away quickly. If not, just repeat the method or try another one! [Edit]Using Hair Dye to Lift the Color - Rinse your skin with water and put on gloves if you want to protect your hands. If you're trying to remove dye from your hands, you don't need to cover them, but gloves are a good idea if you want to get rid of stains near your hairline or scalp.[1]
- Massage some of the hair dye into the stained skin for 2 to 3 minutes. Scoop up a coin-sized amount of leftover hair dye with your gloved fingers and spread the dye onto the stained skin. If you're trying to get rid of stained skin on your hands, just dip your bare fingers into the dye. Then, rub the dye into the stained skin for 2 to 3 minutes.[2]
- By applying the dye to your skin, you're reactivating the dye so you can lift it and rinse it away.
- Wipe off the hair dye with a soapy washcloth. Rub some dish or hand soap into a damp washcloth until it's foamy. Use this to carefully remove the hair dye from your skin. Keep wiping until you've removed the dye.[3]
- Don't worry if you leave traces of soap on your skin.
- Rinse the skin with water to remove the soap and hair dye. Hold your skin under warm running water until all of the soap and dye are washed away. If you prefer, you can soak a clean washcloth with water and use it to rinse your skin instead.[4]
- If you still see a stain, you may need to do this again or try a new method.
[Edit]Removing Stains with a Baking Soda Paste - Put equal parts of baking soda and liquid dish soap into a dish. For example, scoop 2 tablespoons (24 g) of baking soda into a small bowl and pour in of gentle liquid dish soap.[5]
- Baking soda is a mild abrasive that can scrub away dead skin cells and the hair dye pigment.
- If you have it, use a dish soap that contains lemon since this may help lift the stain.
- Stir the mixture to create a paste. Use a spoon or small whisk to combine the baking soda with the soap. Keep stirring until the baking soda dissolves and forms a smooth paste.[6]
- You can use the leftover paste as a deep cleaner for your kitchen or bathroom. For example, scour your sink or shower tiles with the mixture.
- Rub the paste onto the stained skin for 1 to 2 minutes. Use your fingers to apply the paste to your skin in a circular motion. Keep rubbing so the baking soda can break up the dye.[7]
- The paste may become discolored as it begins to loosen the dye.
- Wipe off the paste using a damp washcloth. Dip a washcloth in warm water and wring it out. Then, swipe the cloth over your skin to remove the baking soda paste. You may need to rinse the washcloth a few times to get most of the paste off.[8]
- If you don't have a washcloth, you can use damp cotton balls or pads.
- Rinse your skin with warm water. Hold your skin under the tap and wipe it gently with your hands to remove all traces of the dye. Continue to rinse the skin until you don't feel residue from the baking soda paste on your skin.[9]
- You can repeat this if your skin still looks stained, but you may want to wait a few minutes. Your skin might just be a little irritated from all the rubbing.
[Edit]Trying a Household Product - Get out detergent, oil, or toothpaste. You can use laundry detergent, dish soap, baby oil, olive oil, or toothpaste to lift the dye from your skin. Try to find fragrance-free soaps to avoid irritating your skin.[10]
- If the dye is on your face, use oil or toothpaste first since these are less likely to bother the sensitive skin on your face.
- Any toothpaste will work, but one with baking soda in it may be more effective at loosening the dye.
- Rub the soap, oil, or toothpaste into a damp washcloth. Hold a clean washcloth under cold water and then wring out most of the liquid. Squirt a coin-sized amount of your cleaning product into the cloth and rub it a little to distribute it.[11]
- If you're trying to remove just a few drops of dye, you could put a small spot of cleaning product onto a moistened cotton ball instead of a washcloth.
- Massage the product onto your stained skin and wait for 1 to 2 minutes. Gently rub the washcloth onto the stain to help break up the dye. This will make it easier to rinse off. If the stain has set or is very dark, you can leave the product on your skin for 1 to 2 minutes.[12]
- Avoid scrubbing harshly because you could irritate or damage your skin.
- Rinse your skin to remove the dye. If you can, hold your skin under the tap and run warm water to get rid of the product and the dye. If you can't stick the skin under running water, get out another clean washcloth and soak it in water. Use this wet cloth to wipe away all traces of the dye and product.[13]
- If you still see the dye once your skin dries, you may need to do this again or try a different household product.
- To prevent dye from staining your skin in the first place, rub a little petroleum jelly near your hairline and ears. Once you've finished dying your hair, you can wash the petroleum jelly away.[14]
- Try to remove the hair dye as soon as you can since the longer it sits, the harder it will be to get off.
- If you still can't get the dye off of your skin, go to a beauty school, hair stylist, or dermatologist since they have products to easily remove dye.
[Edit]Warnings - All of these materials can cause irritation if they get into your eyes. Immediately flush your eyes with water if you accidentally get any of these materials into your eyes.
- If your skin starts to tingle, burn, or feel irritated as you use one of the solutions described here, immediately rinse the area with water.
[Edit]Things You'll Need [Edit]Using Hair Dye to Lift the Color - Hair dye
- Washcloth
- Soap
- Gloves, optional
[Edit]Removing Stains with a Baking Soda Paste - Baking soda
- Liquid dish soap
- Small dish
- Spoon or whisk
- Washcloth
- Vinegar, nail polish remover, or makeup remover, optional
[Edit]Trying a Household Product - Laundry detergent
- Dish soap
- Baby oil
- Olive oil
- Toothpaste
- Washcloth
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How to Plant Garlic in the Fall Posted: 22 Sep 2019 01:00 AM PDT Garlic is a beloved part of many dishes, and can be readily found at most grocery stores. You can take your cooking to the next level by planting and growing your very own garlic. Even if you don't have a lot of gardening experience, you will find that garlic is a low-maintenance plant that is easy to grow. [Edit]Preparing the Soil - Find a well-lit bed of soil where you can plant your garlic. While you don't have to live on a farm to plant your own garlic, you will need a designated space for the cloves to grow. Find an area of loose soil to use when planting your garlic cloves.[1]
- If you do not have space to grow garlic outside, you should be able to find soil, planting containers, and other garden supplies at any store that sells gardening tools (i.e, Walmart, Lowes).
- Pull out all weeds from the soil. Weeds will steal valuable nutrients from the growing garlic, which may have a negative effect on the crop's quality.[2] Adding mulch later on will help to keep any weeds from growing around the garlic plants. [3]
- Apply a layer of compost to the soil. Composting involves taking natural materials and reusing them as a source of nutrients for soil. Save any organic trash to use for your compost layer (i.e, coffee grounds, eggshells, teabags).[4] Use a scoop to evenly spread the compost into the soil.[5]
- It does not matter how much compost you use, as long as it is evenly spread throughout the soil.[6]
- There are free tools online that can help you figure out how much compost you should use given the size of your garden.[7]
- You can use a large bucket to compile your compost. Any fluid that comes from the composting process is referred to as tea.[8]
- Add slow-growing fertilizer to the soil bed. You want to add 2 tablespoons of fertilizer to each spot where you plan to plant a garlic clove,[9] as this will provide your garlic with nourishment.[10] Since the garlic is planted before winter, you don't want your plants to be sprouting in the middle of December.[11]
- Don't worry about not using enough fertilizer. In the warmer spring months, you will have plenty of time to give your garlic plants more.[12]
[Edit]Planting the Clove - Assemble individual garlic cloves for planting. Unlike other common fruits and vegetables, garlic does not have a traditional seed. Instead, you will plant a garlic clove. Remove the outer layer of skin from a normal garlic plant to reveal the cloves inside. Don't remove the skin from any of the small cloves.[13]
- Determine if you are planting softneck or hardneck garlic cloves. While similar, these two types of garlic have distinct differences between clove quantity and overall storage time.[14]
- Planting larger cloves is likely to yield a larger garlic plant.[15]
- Buy your garlic cloves from a plant nursery or seed company to ensure that the cloves are compatible with the soil in your area.[16]
- Wait for the first autumn frost to occur. Unlike other plants, garlic requires a cold temperature in order to grow properly. Planting your garlic in the fall will allow your plants to get cold naturally.[17]
- If you live in a colder region, you should wait up to 3 weeks after the first fall frost before planting your garlic.[18]
- Plant the cloves at least apart in the soil bed. You will want to ensure that your garlic has plenty of room to grow by placing each clove at least apart. The rows of garlic should be at least apart.[19]
- If you are planting hardneck cloves, make sure that they are planted in an upright position. Softneck cloves can be planted with more flexibility.[20]
- Cover the cloves with of soil. Garlic does not need to be planted deeply, so you only need to push about into the soil to plant the clove.[21] Depending on how wet your soil is, you can place your cloves closer to the surface and put of soil on top of them.[22]
- Monitor the soil's moisture levels and water it when necessary. Every few days, touch the soil with your figures to make that it's not dry. Garlic plants do not need to be watered unless the weather is abnormally dry. Only add water to the plants as needed.[23]
- It's normal to see small sprouts appearing from the garlic before the winter season. This won't affect their quality when it comes time to harvest.[24]
[Edit]Adding the Mulch - Create mulch from leftover leaves and grass in your yard. Since the garlic plants will be in the ground for the entirety of the winter, you will want to insulate them with a layer of mulch. You can use dead leaves and cut grass to create your own mulch, or you can purchase it from any store that sells gardening supplies.[25]
- You can also use a wood chipper to create your own mulch.[26]
- Place a layer of mulch over the fertilized soil. Once you have enough mulch, begin layering it on top of the soil. Ideally, the mulch layer should be at least deep, especially if you live in a colder area.[27]
- Put a layer of straw on top to insulate the mulch. Adding a layer of straw on top of the mulch will provide your garlic plants with extra protection from the cold winter weather. You can use less straw if you live in a warmer area.[28]
- Remove any excess shoots that begin to appear in the spring, as they decrease the size of your harvested garlic.[29]
- Wait to harvest the garlic. While the planting process stretches over fall and winter, you will not be harvesting your garlic plants until at least June. Dig up a single plant and to physically examine it before harvesting the rest of the crop.[30]
- Ripe garlic will have prominent cloves sticking out and will be covered in a layer of skin.[31]
- Don't use too much force when you go to harvest the garlic.[32]
[Edit]Things You'll Need - Soil
- Compost
- Slow-growth fertilizer
- Garlic cloves
- Mulch
- Straw
- Double check a soil map to get more exact information on the planting climate and soil temperatures of your location.[33]
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