Hard water stains come from calcium and magnesium buildup. Vinegar, baking soda, toothpaste, and hydrogen peroxide all work on different surfaces. Let solutions sit before scrubbing, and avoid vinegar ...

Dear Heloise: We had an upstairs leak in the master bathroom that left us with a water stain on the ceiling. It’s not terribly noticeable, but I know that it’s there. (And it’s annoying.) It makes my ...