Q.My house must be a magnet for algae. I have green algae on the shaded parts of my deck; it's also on my patio and my vinyl siding. Furthermore, I believe there's black mildew on my siding. Then ...

Q: My house must be a magnet for algae. I have green algae on the shaded parts of my deck; it’s also on my patio and my vinyl siding. I also think that black mildew is on my siding. Then there’s the ...

Oxygen bleach can be used all over your home to disinfect surfaces, remove stains, and eliminate foul odors. It's a gentler and more environmentally friendly alternative to classic bleach since it ...

This alternative to chlorine bleach has plenty of uses around the home, especially in the laundry room. You're likely ...

Many roofs in my neighborhood, mine included, are covered with black streaks. What’s causing this to happen, and can the roofs be cleaned? I’m able to walk on my asphalt shingle roof with ease but am ...

Q. Many roofs in my neighborhood, mine included, are covered with black streaks. What's causing this to happen, and can the roofs be cleaned? I'm able to walk on my asphalt shingle roof with ease, but ...

Q: About algae on shingle roofs. ... Is there a best time or two during the year to apply a recommended cleaner with a garden sprayer? A: Although algae stains are unsightly, the stains do little to ...

Q: I purchased a used teak outdoor table from Craigslist. How do I clean and preserve it? A: Teak is a great wood for outdoor use. To clean it, don’t use a pressure washer, which can damage the wood.

DEAR TIM: I purchased a used teak outdoor table from Craigslist. It was a great deal, but it needs some tender loving care. How do I clean it? Should I just pressure wash it? After cleaning it, how ...

DEAR TIM: My house must be a magnet for algae. I have green algae on the shaded parts of my deck; it’s also on my patio and my vinyl siding. Furthermore, I believe there’s black mildew on my siding.