Q: I plan to set up a gas stove in a fireplace built in 1800. But the floor of the fireplace has an ugly black area, I think from creosote that washed down the chimney when it rained. How do I remove ...

Here is how to identify mystery countertop stains them, plus tips for removing stains from different countertop materials.

For dark water stains on wood that seem too set to remove, try stripping or sanding the area, using fine grit sandpaper. If the stain persists, you have three options: Hydrogen Peroxide. Soak a white ...