Cleaning a Laptop Screen?
I use and have always used Pledge Multi Surface wipes on our laptops & anything else that has a screen/glass. Never had a problem with them leaving smudges behind.
Advice for Arranging a Room?
There is a website that I always use when I want to rearrange the furniture in our apartment. You have to sign up for it, but it is free to use. www.floorplanner.com is the site. I will say you should actually measure each piece of furniture to make it as accurate...
Making Shaped Flower Beds?
Your best bet is to design what you want on graph paper, then make a grid in the area you want to plant. Then using spray paint, paint the letters on the grass, then remove the sod to expose the dirt. Draw out the design on the graph paper and follow it when...
Candle Wax on Wood Furniture?
Place a piece of brown paper bag over the wax & heat with a hair drier. As the heat melts the wax, it will soak into the brown paper bag. Do not use newspaper as it will not soak up the wax.
Kraft Tomato and Bacon Salad Dressing?
First ask the manager that is in charge of grocery department at the stores to see if they can still order it. If they can, then ask if they would, most of the time they can & will. If that item is no longer available for the store to order, then contact Kraft...
Should the Retailer Compensate a Customer for Returning Due to an Error on Their Purchase?
Plain and simple, No. They are only obligated to give you the amount you were over charged.
Furniture Placement and Color Schemes for Combo Rooms?
Try using this website: www.floorplanner.com I use it everytime my husband & I want to re-arrange our furniture.
Dog Won't Potty Outside After Grass Was Removed?
Youll have to re-train her to use the rocks/gravel in the backyard. Youve taken away her potty area, and the only way to stop her going in the house is to either create a small, real grass potty area for her, or purchase one of those fake grass potty pads and...
Removing Newsprint from Varnished Surface?
Try WD-40, hubby has done this before and says it works & shouldnt harm the window sill.
FURminator Reviews?
You can buy them at PetSmart or Petco, so try there first. We have 2 puggles (1/2 pug, 1/2 beagle) and the furminator is the ONLY thing I will use on them. Ive tried several other combs & brushes and nothing works as good as it does.
Will Frost Damaged Potato Vines Still Produce?
According to my husband who is from Scotland, yes, as long as the frost didnt get down into the tubers.
Feeding a Baby Bird?
You need to take the baby bird back outside and put it in the grass. Believe it or not, you are doing more harm then good. When people find baby birds on the ground, they think they have fallen out of the nest and need human help. They dont. Momma birds actually...
African Violet's Leaves are Turning Yellow?
Either you are watering to much or the plant needs to be moved to a larger pot. Ive done both and my violets have returned to normal.
Advice for Buying Wind Chimes?
Bamboo is a natural wood that is always in the elements. You shouldnt have any problems with any type of chime being out. Weve had a set of metal chimes for 6 yrs, and only take them down in the winter.
Reviews of Comcast Triple Play?
We had Comcast cable and looked into getting the triple play. We asked neighbors who had it and no one liked it. When the t.v cable part goes out for whatever reason. So does the phone & internet side of it. We changed our minds very quickly and ended up w...
Cleaning Holes on Mini Salt Shaker?
Try letting it soak for a few hours to soften the salt, and then use either a soft tooth brush to scrub the holes (may have to re-soak). Or try using a sewing needles after it has soaked.
Reviews of AAA Auto Club?
Do you have a cell phone? If so see if they offer a road side assistance program. My husband & I have AT&T, and they have a program for $2.99 a month, and you pay it when you pay your phone bill. We also have one with our auto insurance, and that covers just...
Buying Items to Reuse the Containers?
I purchase gift packs that are on clearance after the holidays...just for the containers they come in. I take the soaps, shampoos & other bath items to a local shelter, and keep the containers. Ive used them to store pet toys, plant flowers, waste baskets...anything...
Knitted Scarf Curls and Rolls Inward?
Wet each one with water (not hot) and then squeeze (no twisting) to remove the water Lay on a towel and using hat pins, put the scarf in the shape that you want it to be. Allow to dry completely. I use this method as taught to me by my mother in law and it...
Frugal Pet Shampoo?
Two words...Dawn dishsoap. DO NOT use human shampoo or conditioners on pets! It is very harmful to the pet & their fur. Using Dawn Dishsoap is the safest, cheapest way to kill fleas on any pet. It is recommended by vets & groomers to use on young kittens & puppies...
Freezing an Apple Pie?
Ive made several apple pies, frozen all of them before baking and they were fine when I did decide to bake them. I figured if I can buy a store bought apple pie & it is frozen (raw) then why couldnt I do it myself.
On-line Photo Developing?
Try www.shutterfly.com I came across them by accident last year, and used them to do our Christmas cards. They have wonderful specials and I plan on using them again this year. They offer just about everything for photo printing.
Dog With Rough Paws?
According to the vet at the animal hospital we take our dog to you should never ever soften the pads of a dogs feet. If they are softened, then they can be easily cut or damaged which can lead to infection. Leave them alone, it is a normal thing for the pads...
What Breed is My Dog?
She definitely has beagle markings, the black saddle on her back is a beagle trade mark. Beagles range anywhere from 13-15 inches in height, so if she is taller, then I would guess she has some type of coon dog or healer as well.
Brown Algae in Freshwater Fish Tank?
Do you have an algae eater along with the fish in the tank? We have a 15 gal tank w/ goldfish, and 2 Oto suckermouth cat fish which are algae eaters. They dont require any special food as they eat the bad algae that builds up, but will leave the good algae...
Recommendations for Platform Beds?
We bought our bed from llbean.com, it comes in several flat pack boxes that are shipped FedEx. I put it together myself and have slept on it for over 3 years.
