Cleaning a Flat Screen TV?
First dust with the cloth that comes with your tv. Any baby or anyones fingerprints left behind, get some rubbing plain alcohol and purified water. Dampen the paper towels (the best I found are VIVA* paper towels) lightly with the alcohol water mix, yes, very...
Getting Rid of Cockroaches With Bleach and Water?
Alcohol wont kill cockroaches. They have been around for millions of years. They went hundreds of years frozen in ice. In scorching heat, and even have not ingested food for years and the buggers are still around, they will be back.
Ideas for a Unique Lamp Post for Front Yard?
Just remember you must ground the electricity, important. Plus waterproofing the wires that run inside the new pole, unless you are going to modify your existing pole, which is a good idea! You would not have to dig a hole, gravel the bottom, electrical, etc...
Jeans Getting Wrinkled in the Dryer?
Return them! if you didnt take them out of the dryer and toss em in a corner or drawer. I never iron Levis or jeans, I just take them out of the dryer, lay them on a flat surface and wipe the wrinkles out of them and then fold them without smushing them. Leave...
Recipes for Making Household Products?
White vinegar diluted with 1/3 water, and two or three (no more) drops of dish detergent. Cleans counter tops, windows (use newspaper, with black ink only, to clean windows)and mirrors. Use full strength vinegar for kitchen and bath counter tops and sink & tub...
Dishwasher Continues to Run After Cycle is Complete?
Turn off the automatic drying and after the next load, and the dish washer has really stopped, open the door ajar. That will add a wee bit of humidity to your kitchen, but I live in a hot desert, so that is a plus.
Cleaning TV and Computer Monitor Screens?
1/2 purified water and 1/2 rubbing alcohol, mix and use a very soft cotton cloth or old cotton sox. Dampen the cloth and rub gently on the screen, in straight sweeps. It works and the screen is clean. Dry with a dry part of the cloth.
Homemade Oven Cleaners?
I have not idea, but be careful you dont clean too hard and erase the numbers of the oven knob. I did that, and had to buy a new one, I could have bought a new stove (not really, but close) cheaper. They wanted $45 dollars for a replacement. I ended up buying...
Fixing a Shirt That Shrank?
Rayon does not remember and will not go back to the old size. I work in a shop that used to sell all rayon blouses. We had to wear them then, and they never returned to the original size. You might get a wee bit of xize back after many tries, but not enough...
Cleaning Black Refrigerator Doors?
I use white (clear) vinegar. Then I put one drop (only 1) of liquid dish washing detergent. Add the water, half water half vinegar and shake well, pour on a soft cotton rag, and wash, wash, wash and polish with a clean cotton rag. Dont let it dry, polish it...
Pet Stains and Odors?
White vinegar takes out the odor, and cleans the carpet, too. It will not have a vinegar smell after it dries. I add one drop (one only) of dish detergent and a handful of terry rags and scrub scrub. You may have to do it twice, but the aroma never returns...
Repairing a George Foreman Lean Green Grilling Machine?
I found the best way to get immediate attention, and if the company is on Facebook, write to them on Facebook. It worked for me! How quickly I got a message from someone at the company, and the problem was resolved. Be truthful in your statement, but make it...
Looking for a Tool for Cleaning Tub Without Straining Back?
I use an old swiffer mop with a bar towel wrapped around the mop end. It works fine, and is FREE!
Removing Sticker Label Stain on Aluminum Jars?
Glue Be Gone is another... works like a dream. So does liquid lighter fluid, but be careful and wash the bottle well after you remove the sticker. Dont smoke or use in the kitchen. Do it outside away from the house.
Reusing Coffee Filters in the Garden?
I wash them with soapy water, rinse well, and reuse them for another pot of coffee. They work fine! After 2nd using I use them for the bottoms of garden pots, and the best is put one in the filter cone holder, fill with yoghurt, set the whole thing on a jar...
Silicone Temporary Wrinkle Fillers?
None of them work! Dont believe it. If you research on WebMD.com or even google.com read the comments. If you had hairline wrinkles, perhaps it would help conceal them. I have a friend who has purchased, I kid you not! hundreds of wrinkle filler, remover, reflection...
Removing Vinegar Smell from Carpet?
Let the vinegar dry completely. The smell will be gone. Dried vinegar does not have any smell after it is throughly dry. It will take a while for the carpet pad to dry. Put a fan in the room. I use vinegar and water and rags to wash my carpeting. It takes off...
30th Birthday Celebration Ideas?
If weather permits, have a picnic at a river, beach or park. Have food that he LOVES, no matter what! Take some of his favorite music with you, a pretty blanket to sit upon, and enjoy. Call the Chamber of Commerce in your area to find off the main road types...
Removing Eye Makeup
Another inexpensive one it the old Alboline in a jar (plastic now). It is good for dry skin patches, all skin ailments... and it is a good makeup remover. The best! My Mom used to use it for stage make up removal. Enjoy! It is about 5 dollars a jar, and lasts...
Replace or Repair Plumbing Fixtures?
If the wall is wet, you need a honey do person to come out and fix it. Water damage is awful and will dry rot your shower/tub area. I know, i tried to fix my own, and ended up paying over 10 thousand bucks to have it replaced! That took a contractor plumber...
White Film on Glasses?
White vinegar works well. Run it through an empty washer, full wash and rinse cycle. It works!
Cleaning Uggs?
Go to an UGG store, the only one i know is in Salinas, CA, but they must be around. They do all kinds of repairs. and your can buy the fleece re-liners for them for a wee bit over 20 bucks. It is worth the money.
Student With Sports Scholarship Doesn't Want to Play?
Oh my gosh! Talk to the young man. Your son is reaching out to you for something. I raised 2 boys and do they need to talk to parents or mentors! If he wont talk to you, call the school and speak to someone who can talk to him. Parenting is difficult, and it...
Victorian House Restoration
How wonderful you guys have been to save US History and to help perpetuate the neighborhood. You guys rock!
Product Review: Curel Itch Defense Lotion
Something that has been around for over 70 years is Albolene. Comes in a jar. good for eczema, dry skin, makeup remover, lightly rubbed on hair during windy weather, to keep hair from the electricity pouf. Cheap, good and has a long history of fix its. Try...
Carpet Odors?
I put half white vinegar and water in a spray bottle. Add a few drops of dish detergent. I spray and over-soak the area where the aroma is emitting... in about 10-20 minutes I take a rag, soaked with water, and rub rub rub the area and keep the rag really wet...
Shopping for a Quality Recliner?
La-Z-Boys are the best! I had my Moms chair after it was already 15 years old. I raised 2 boys who used the chair for launching pads, diving boards, beds, dog bed, etc. Believe it or not, it lasted another 15 years, and finally did stop reclining. It more than...
Gluing the Soles of Gym Shoes?
Most hardware stores carry it, too. It is called ShoGlu or ShoeGoo. and follow the directions as time to let it cure. It has been out for years, since I was in high school back in the 50s. Fixed tons of Vans and Keds for me and my friends.
Can't Remember The Name of an Old Horror Movie?
What ever it was, I saw it. I tend to think it was a Twilight Zone or the other one like it. Good luck, if you find out, post it so we will know.
Inexpensive Waterproof Bed Protector
Isnt polyethylene film toxic? I am going to check this out. I think a pad would do better with waterproofing attached to the back of it, like a baby pad? but larger. Watch out for any film made from oil products.
Weight Loss Tips?
The only way I lost weight, and have kept it off for close to 4 years now, was Weight Watchers! Do you have one there? I am sure you do. You can do it online, too, but try to find a friend to diet with you, it is so much easier. I went to visit a friend, who...
Repairing a Damaged Painted Canvas?
My husband was an artist. When he shipped his oil paintings, they got dented in transit. He took a sprayer, and sprayed water on the back of the canvas. Let it dry and it will have shrunk back to normal. It worked for him. He also washed his paintings with...
Court Case Reference Numbers?
Probably is the Docket number, or the booking number. Call them and ask them. Actually, they are public servants and can/ most likely answer any question they can, without putting the case in peril. Always ask first, it will at least give you a starting point...
Cleaning Fabric Softener Build Up From Washer?
I opt for the vinegar solution. Vinegar is the best cleaner, etc of all otc cleaning products. good luck. And it is very green to use.
Air Coming from Microwave?
Mine was brand new, and had air flow from under it. I unplugged it and took it back to the store. The salesman tried to have me exchange it for another, more expensive one. Then a customer told me to go to a repairman around the corner, he could fix it if it...
Replacement for Eddie Bauer Pure for Men Cologne?
Take the bottle to one of those perfume counters that sell rip off scents. I bought bottles there of my favorite perfume, and when it went up to $100 a bottle, I quit using it. Too expensive! Then my sis sent me a bottle of perfume, with a well known name. I...
Liver Dog Treats
Do you roll it out and cut pieces first? Or put down by spoonful? Sounds healthy to me, but I will check on the garlic. Good luck. You could use this for doggie Christmas gifts!
Alternative to Safari for a Mac
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Mac has a virus out now, but it is hitting company computers, like for art, etc. not the individual owners yet. Call your mac guys and get some real advice. I am super careful and watch out for Facebook! Just dont open apps that you even hesitate for a second...
Beach Glass Game
My Mom used to call beach glass Mermaids Tears and our family has used that ever since. It makes it more mysterious.
Pooling Money for a Birthday Gift?
Instead of an expensive gift, either a senior vacation, or a family reunion celebrating their birthdays. At 80, 10-years from now, I am sure i would rather have a celebration with family and close friends. Bless them.
Dentures Are Hurting My Gums?
Ditto to all the above advice. Dont use any of the paste and adhesives that are sold in drug stores, markets, etc. They are made with stuff that is bad for you! Ask your dentist. Your gums will be swollen for a while. At least you can grin and eat! enjoy your...
Cooking Beef Liver?
I do all the above with the milk and flour, but I first fry yellow onions (Spanish Onions) in some olive oil til browned lightly, then add liver, and you have quite a meal. Served with a good veggie side dish and salad, yummy.
Detergent Too Sudsy?
Put in some fabric softener in the machine. Just a wee bit on the suds. They go away. Run the machine with just water after to remove the softener. It is not good to use.
Restoring a Leather Trunk?
It could be a steamer trunk, but Id have to see the inside to tell. They usually stood on end, and one kept personal items in the drawers, and a hanging space for garments and shoes.
Tips for Using an iMac?
gmail.com has a great program built in and its free! It is an email, office, spread sheet, art, etc. It is great for simple normal work. I use it for writing constantly. Sign up at gmail.com You will like it.
Coconut Oil Diet?
I think it is coconut WATER diet. I dont know but google it and see. The best bet is to forego most fats, and all carbs, and drink 80 oz water a day, eat fruit, veggies and fish. I make a cabbage slaw and use fat free dressing, add cranberries (dried) or Crasions...
Freezing Fat-Free Half & Half?
I do all the time and it doesnt change a bit of the product. I love the half and half fat free. Tastes the same as the fat one to me.
Cat Urine Smell on Carpet?
I had an old dog that peed all over. When I just washed it, it went away after it was dry. But on a humid day, the house reeked with the aroma. I washed the entire area with vinegar, (white, not cider), diluted with water, scrubbed it with a towel wet with...
Stacking a Four Tier Wedding Cake?
I have made a few cakes, and I used inverted champagne glasses to hold up the tiers. I put a small orchid bloom under each one. Simple and easy. Use the longest stemmed ones you can find. Six would do the base of the size size cake you describe. Good luck... it...
Selling Homemade Pet Treats?
Ive made many treats for my fussy dog. I found all the recipes on google. Go there. Use only peanut butter in this point in time) that is ok for humans. At least until the recent scare is over. Buy at grocery store. I dont use peanut butter, my dog dislikes...
Making Sweet Tea in the Microwave
I forego the micro, put in a 2 quart jar or pitcher, two or three regular tea bags, fill with water and put in the fridge. The next day.. iced tea! Yummy and no bitterness ever. So easy.
Cheap Ink Cartridges?
I get mine from carrotink.com They are guaranteed, cheap and you get them quickly. And they have specials all the time. Been with them for 5 years. Good luck
What Breed is My Dog?
A handsome dog. He looks as if he might have a bit of Husky mixed in there. Mixed breeds make the best, most loyal and loving dogs ever. I have an Akita X with a border collie. She is a dream.
Tootie (Unknown Breed)
I agree, it is a Photoshop dog. Good one! Who ever the graphic artist is, you did well.
