Cleaning An Older Porcelain Sink
Yes....it is extremely dangerous to mix any other kind of chemicals with bleach. They cause a poisonous gas that can kill you, even blow up into a fire. If you want your old sink to shine like spanking new, try sprinkling on a little bit of Iron Out . You will...
Removing Ink Stain on Clothes?
Yes, Hairspray is your answer. It really does work too because I tried it one night just to find out if it actually would remove ink stains, and sure enough, it truly removed them!
Cleaning Popcorn Ceilings the Easy Way
Thanks for the input! Mine are so old and dirty, anything will be an improvement. I will try this one for sure!
Glitzy CD Sun Catcher
I make something very similar and hang them in my trees. At night they catch the light and look just like Lightning Bugs! ( I live in So. Ca. and dont get Fire Flys)
What Is This Houseplant?
That is Hevea Brasiliensis or Rubber Tree. Tell your Grandma that is she want to plant it outside, she ought to know that these plants have very invasive root systems and can grow to a height of 144 feet in a blink of an eye. I had a very tiny one sitting in...
Sauerkraut on Rye Bread
Thank You so much for your kind reply! Getting along without him after thirty five years is very difficult for me as he did everything all those years! I am learning though, ever so slowly!
Cleaning Ceramic Tile Grout?
They make a product that is similar to a Ink Pen, but contains a Grout Paint. It has a tiny tip and is as easy to use as an ink pen is. Just go right over the old grout. They sell those in most paint departments, and I believe it is made by Dap Products.
Fertilized Lawn Turned Brown?
Anytime fertilizer is applied, you need to water in well or it will burn the roots. That is what I have always gone by, that is what my Dad told me. I hate to tell you this but I am almost certain your lawn has bit the dust.
Selling Pop Can Tabs?
Call Riverside City Hall and ask them where to take them. My neighbor takes theirs to a place not far from us. I live in Montclair/Pomona. The recycling center for us is on Mission Blvd.
Kitchen Paint and Countertop Color Advice?
Lol, you have my kitchen! A light shade of grey goes excellent with that color combination. Not as dark as the grey in the floor, but a shade lighter. I wouldnt suggest anything with the green tone in it.
Kitchen Paint and Countertop Color Advice?
Im sorry, I failed to give you an idea for wall color. I have a very light shade of green on my walls. It is almost white with a hint of spring green. It is a Glidden Paint called Glace and samples would be in the Hint of Color Sample chart. It seems to uplift...
Cleaning a Burnt On Grease Off a Stove?
No dont waist your time with car wax. I also have a black stove. It was my Moms stove and is now over 60 years old. First do not use anything that will scratch it like those sponges that have a rough side. My husband scratched the daylights out of Moms stove...
Birdo (Double Yellow Headed Amazon)
I love parrots. We had a Mexican Red Head named Maurice when we were in high school. Unfortunately we had to find him a new home when our father was transferred to another state in his job. We could not take him with us. He was one trippy bird though while...
Cleaning a Stained Toilet?
Use a Pumice Stone that has soaked in water. That will get it sparkling clean. Available at Lowes, Home Depot, and any Swimming Pool Supply.
Easiest and Best Wood Furniture Cleaning Product?
Use Lemon Oil once a month to protect and condition wood furniture. Lemon Oil keeps your furniture from drying out and cracking.
Cleaning Nicotine Off Walls?
I found this recipe many moons ago and always keep it close by. It is the fastest way I know of to remove Nicotine , and is a general cleaner for painted walls and woodwork. 1 Cup Ammonia 1/2 Cup Vinegar 1/4 Cup Baking Soda 1 Gallon Hot Water I mix the ammonia...
Should You Wear Gloves While Gardening?
Well you are very lucky you did not get bit. And Yes you can die from a Black Widow Bite. My sister almost did. She was allergic to the venom. There was nothing they could do because the hospital gives a person Anti-Venom. Patty couldnt take that. She was in...
Hummingbird Nesting Information?
Hummingbirds dont always make their nest in the leaves of trees. I have one two feet away from my front door , right above your head. My bathroom window is no more than a foot away from it and it is at eye level! I can sit and observe everything from building...
Removing Dried Paint from Carpet?
Stay away from products that will leave a huge oil stain on your carpet such as, goof-off, goo-gone, WD40. What you need is Sav-a-Brush sold by Red Devil Paint.com that is the only product that will take dried paint out of materials. You can also call them...
Growing an Avocado from Seed?
Yes you can. First peel away any brown skin under running water. Next use toothpicks and push them in around the seed about 3/4 of the way up. The bottom of the seed has a round shape and the top is more pointed. Place the seed top up into a clear jar and fill...
Keeping Fleas Off Dog?
Look up on the internet uses for apple cider vinegar. You can dilute it and spray it on, they also suggest adding a teaspoon to their food. Also look up Home Remedys for Dogs Hotspots. You will find tons of things. My dog is the same way and I can not afford...
Plants That Repel Gnats and Mosquitoes?
Lemon grass will do it and also there is a geranium called a Shoo Geranium. That is probably the best one.
Removing Sap on Car?
Use Baby oil and rub it until gone. I wouldnt use any chemicals as they can strip your clear coat/wax or paint right off. You could also try some ice and chip it off very carefully with a blade. I use the baby oil myself.
Wallpaper Won't Stick?
It could be the different temperature,humidity. It could be a different paint finish, such as in the other rooms the paint was flat or egg-shell. In the stairway the paint might be semi-gloss or gloss and that should be lightly sanded to rough it up a little...
Removing Dried Paint from Clothing?
Normally everyone will tell you it can not be taken out and for the most part that is the way it is, except for this one little product that has been around for over one hundred years. It is called, Sav-a-Brush made by Red Devil Paint. It is no longer sold...
Remedy for Bad Circulation in Feet?
Connie, I was wondering what kind of shoes do you wear? Not to long ago my feet and legs would hurt so bad I could barley walk to my car after work without crying before I got to it. I was on the sales floor all day long at work but my feet would start hurting...
Cleaning Brass?
Your better off using Rottenstone instead. Potash might be a little too coarse. That is once you have removed the clear sealer most have on them after final factory polishing. If the clear coat isnt removed, you can polish and clean till blue in the face with...
Black Textured Refrigerator?
Just use a soft cloth with some lemon oil on it. Youll be smiling when you see what it does for your fridge. I use it all over my kitchen everyday. Buy it in the grocery stores or Hardware Stores.
Buying Pumice Stones for Cleaning in Ottawa?
If you have a Home Depot or Lowes Home Improvement store there, they carry pumice stones. Any swimming pool supply store carries pumice stones.
Leveling an Area of the Yard?
Oh gee, I have the same problem and was hoping you might have had some other answers I could get ideas from. As it stands, I am slowly using a shovel to overturn the dirt with. It is so compacted it is like brick. I really havent the funds to rent a rototiller...
Homemade Fly Trap?
Use a thick square of paper, such as construction paper, some dark molasses. Spead a thin layer on each side of the paper, attach a wire or small string for hanging. You can do the same thing if you prefer the strips. Just cut the paper into strips and hang...
Saving Money on Electricity
I think your ideas for saving electric in your home are very good. I do them too. I have gone quite a bit farther though. I have a four bed. two bath house and my bill for electricity each month is $27-$30. Gas bill is normally $16. One reason mine is so low...
Killing Weeds With Rock Salt?
I use white vinegar and salt heated on the stove. I spray it on the weeds and next day they are dead.
Clogged Kitchen Sink?
Go on the other side of the wall and unscrew the drain cap. It might be one that has a protruding square or one that is flush and has a slot. Either way, open it up, then use a snake in it. I hate to say this but I have used a tape measure before with great...
Caring for Potted Norfolk Pine?
There are some pines whos needles will turn brown a certain time of year. What kind of soil did you use? I hope not just one straight out of the bag from a hardware store. Along with the bag of potting soil you should add some perilite, a mulch of some type...
Cleaning a Dog's Ears?
You can buy some ear wash at the vets office. They charged me $16. Then you pour it into the ear canal. Quite a bit, and let your dog shake its head. That shakes out the dirt. Then using a cotton ball, stick you finger into the ear and wipe out what is there...
Dog Refuses to Drink Water?
Yes, your dog might have been frightened when she was tiny and is afraid to drink water because of the area the bowl is in, the bowl its self, the smell of the bowl, who knows what they remember. Try a new bowl and put it in a new area. You might try putting...
Painting a Brick Wall Mural?
Instead of using artists paint, (would be very expencive) I would use a water based exterior flat paint. I have only painted murals inside and never on brick before but being that I have worked a paint department for thirty five years, I feel that would be...
Removing a White Water Mark on Furniture?
Formbys product line of furniture refinishing products sells a product called,White Ring Remover. That is sold in any paint department that carries the Formbys product line. You can also use some Vaseline Petroleum Jelly and ashes from a cigarette or wood ashes...
Removing White Spots on Painted Table?
You can buy some white ring remover in the paint department of any hardware store. Made by Formbys. You can also use Vaseline petroleum and some cigarette ashes. Just rub into the ring, let set then wipe.
Relief for Shingles Pain?
I think I also have those. I havent been to a Doctor as I havent the insurance nor the funds to but, it couldnt possibly be anything else. They really hurt! Most people get pain relievers from their Doctor. If you have a aloe vera plant, cut off some of the...
Men's Crafts?
I dont really understand what you mean by saying that. The crafts I do are things like making furniture without the use of electric modern tools, Remodeling the house, Organizing my garage with every tool hanging on the tool wall, sharpening my shovels, chisels...
Removing Dried Paint from Carpet?
There is only one product I have ever came across that will actually remove dried paint from material and unfortunately they do not sell it in stores anymore. The product is called Save a Brush and has been around for about 100 years. It is however still made...
Removing Toilet Bowl Stains?
(format_html)Use a Pumice Stone Just go to a pool supply store, or a hardware store like Lowes or True Value and ask for a pumice stone. Price is about two dollars. That is a volcanic stone made for the purpose of removing hard water or any other difficult...
Best Type of Water for a Steam Iron?
Funny, but I had two irons and each one was different. One said use only tap water while the other said use only distilled water. Weird.
Remedy for Weak Finger Nails?
Ive never really been into painting my nails or growing them long. Probably because I was always building something instead. However, two of my older sisters did and both were beauticians. They would buy Knox Gelatin made just for fingernails. They would mix...
Removing Grease on Kitchen Cabinets?
A bottle of Lemon Oil will take care of that. Just use per directions on deep cleaning wood.
Applying for Longshoreman Job in California?
I would try Long Beach Harbor first. After that try The Port of Los Angeles, San Pedro Harbor , San Deigo Harbor (Military harbor).
Croton Leaves Drying Out?
It needs humidity. If you dont have a humidifier place it in a bowl of pebbles that has water in it. That is why most plants leafs curl and get brown along the edges. Not enough humidity
Disinfecting a Wooden Toilet Seat?
Just use a sponge or cloth soaked in Lysol. Wring it out first then dry the seat. I have had mine for well over twenty years and it still looks brand new.
Using Epsom Salts on Plants?
Depending on the size of the pot, or area of ground, I just grab a fist full and throw it in then water. I have very tiny hands though so I dont over do it.
Painting Plaster Walls?
Well Im your local paint department. To me, it sounds as if you are painting with a water based paint, or Latex, and going over an oil based paint. Water based can not go over oil based. It starts to peel and crackle within a few days. If you know you have...
Repainting Hard Textured Ceilings?
Use the thickest, most fluffy paint roller you can find. I have one that is seven inches in diamiter made of lambs wool but I doubt if you will find one that thick. Its over one hundred years old and was my Great Grandfathers. Do however get the thickest one...
Problems Growing a New Sapling After Killing Sick Tree?
That Lighter Fluid contains Petrolium Distilates which will stay in the soil for quite a few years. Is there any way to dig that soil out of the spot? If not ,I would suggest finding another spot for your little saplings. Also you need to get some Rooting Compound...
Cleaning a Marble Floor?
Use a solution of 1 1/2 cup Ammonia to 1 gallon very warm water with a tiny ammount of dish soap and use this to strip your floor of the hairspray on it. Hairspray is just about pure lacquer and water sitting on it will turn white. You need to get that off...
Vacuuming Lint from Carpet?
Oh god I have the same problem. What I do to get most of it up is to #1 make sure your vacuume bag or filter is clean, the brushes on the bottom are cleaned and then before I vacuume, I use a good stiff yard rake over the entire carpet area. That really helps...
Leather Jacket Stained with House Paint Dust?
You must be very careful cleaning it. I have a coat made of 100% sheepskin and know how hard it is to clean. You need to buy a leather and suede brush and spot eraser. They sell them in some supermarkets, and they will have them in any shoe store or shoe repair...
Formica Counter Tops Faded?
After wiping them off as usual, go back over them with a clean cloth and lemon oil. Just a light coat will do but sometimes I use too much and go back over them one more time after that with another cloth. That also works great to keep any of your appliances...
Washing Gold Rimmed Crystal Glasses?
If it were me and I valued the glasses, I would take the time out to hand wash them, dry them, and safely put them away. Just to let you know, no matter if you wash by hand or in the dishwasher the gold rim will eventually wear off. I have some glasses that...
Cleaning Granite Countertops?
I have a fireplace hearth made of the same thing. They do make products to clean and polish granite now a days, but I have never tried them. They werent around forty years ago when we moved into this house. I have always used warm water and a mild dish soap...
Removing Nicotine from Walls?
Use a little ammonia, a little white vinegar, a squirt of dawn dish soap, 1/4 cup of baking soda, and some hot water - at least one gallon of hot water. This takes nicotine off your walls fast and you dont have to go back over it to rinse. I have even used...
Repairing the Lift System on a Pop Up Camper?
Go to ....StarCraft.com and then click onto ...Repair parts. They have information and parts there.
Removing Paint on Clothing?
Thinner, Rubbing Alcohol, Spirits, Ammonia will not remove dried paint whether oil based or water based. I learned this after working 45 years managing a paint store. There is only one product sold on this earth that will remove it and it is called Save A Brush...
Polyurethane is Not Drying on Dining Table?
What was the weather like when you applied it? If humid, raining or cold outside it wont cure. Was it stirred slowly and completely? That is another reason but the main reason is humidity and air temperature.
Protecting Grass from Dogs?
I have read this solution but have yet to try it. Am thinking about trying it this year. To keep dogs and cats out of an area. lay some Poultry Netting down over the area. The grass can grow through and the mower blade should not even bother it. You should...
Removing Greasy Buildup on Kitchen Cabinets?
Try Easy Off Oven Cleaner in the Blue Can. Only allow to stay on for a minute as it will remove the paint also. I spray on then almost immediately I wipe it off again. Rinse with clear water afterwards.
Removing Greasy Buildup on Kitchen Cabinets?
Wow! I never knew this Sharon and I have worked a Paint Department for thirty five years. Sounds logical to me.
Where Can I Get Help to Pay My Electric Bill?
First I understand your predicament and empathize with you. My husband of thirty five years had just passed away and I found myself penniless, and disabled. He had taken care of every and all finances imaginable throughout those years but come to find out after...
Removing Dried Paint on Clothing?
Oh lord, please do not use Goof Off- Goo Gone on your clothes. That is a oil based product similar to WD-40 and yes,it might take paint out but you will then be left with a big oil/grease stain to try and remove. Go on-line to Red Devil Paint.com and get a...
Homemade Glass and Window Cleaners?
1/4 Rubbing Alcohol, 3/4 water, a couple drops of Dawn Dish Soap. After you use this, you will never ask that question again. It can also be used in your cars windsheild washer fluid reservoir. You will never use anything else after trying this solution.
Removing Water Marks on Windows?
When my husband and myself bought my parents home from them, we were left with forty years of hard water on the front bedroom window which was caused by the sprinklers. You name it, I tried it. Then I tried some Vaseline Petroleum Jelly, mixed with ashes from...
Painting Formica Counter Tops?
Unfortunately painting them will not solve your problem. It would only add to them. Being that it is in a kitchen it will get allot of use, moisture. things sliding across them. The paint wont stick and will be starting to peel before a months end if not sooner...
Removing Buildup on Marble Shower?
You just better be careful what you use on that or you will ruin it and never be able to get that nice marble look again. Most cleaners etch the surface leaving it with a light white looking powdery finish that will not ever come out. I have tried many many...
Erase Permanent Marker from Anything?
Use Hairspray. Spray, then pat with a paper towel. You will have to do this a few times before it comes all the way out, but it WILL come out. (I tried this before to see if it really did, and it did!)
Simple Ways to Manage Energy Costs
If not in use, make sure your fireplace damper is in the closed position. I have separate breakers for the garage and when I am not using the garage, I make sure all of them are off.
Calcium Deposits Around Swimming Pools?
Yes Jeff, it is Muriatic Acid but straight White Vinegar heated until hot works just as well with no danger. I cleaned my entire pools tiles last summer which hadnt been cleaned in years. They all sparkle now.
Using Kilz on Nicotine Stained Walls?
No mam you can not. Those walls have to be washed or even the oil based Kilz will not stick to it. If you dont, expect it to start crackling or start peeling with in one months time. Yes, oil base will stick to oil base, but it will not stick to oily dirt and...
Removing Black Paint from Clothing?
If your daughters jacket is made from a synthetic material then acetone, nail polish remover, and many other chemicals will start melting the fabric. Any oil based product such as WD-40, will leave an oil stain in the material leaving you with two things to...
Removing Tape From Painted Drywall?
Now dont go using Goo-gone, Goof-off, Baby oli or WD 40. You will end up haveing to wonder how to get the oil stain off next. Just use your hair drier then forget about it. The heat releases the adheasive.
Cleaning Hard Water Spots Off Of Crystal?
I have the hardest water out of all of you all . Most times a warm white vinegar and water soak will remove the spots but I have had some in which it did not. I used some fine metal polish in a final try to remove the spots from some glass and had amaizing...
No-Cost and Low-Cost Family Activities
There were nine of us kids growing up in the 50s-60s and 70s and our Mom and Dad always made it a point to take us on a picnic once a month. We also had our Sunday drives that were never missed. I remember all of us kids would hold up our fingers to the count...
Water Spots in a Black Toilet?
Wipe with a little Lemon Oil and your stains will be gone. I use Lemon Oil on all my black appliances and sinks and have for many years.
Applying for a Job at Lowe's
Yes you can. That is what you do when you go into the store to apply. www.loweshomeimprovement.com
Replacing a Wax Toilet Ring
Replacing the wax ring is a very simple task to do but I do have one problem, I can not lift the toilet alone and I have no one to help me.
Yellow Stains on an Old Porcelain Tub?
Only one thing will remove that to your satisfaction and that is called, Iron Out . It is sold in both spray liquid and powder form. Use the powder form as it is the stronger of the two. Sold at Lowes Youll be shocked at how sparkling white that tub will be...
Hammering a Nail or Screwing Into Stone?
You are going to have to use an anchor if you want to hang it on a stone surface. That means you will have to use a drill with a masonry drill bit. They do have screws made for masonry, but even if you got those you still will need to pre-drill using a masonry...
Breed Information: Border Collie
I have had two previous Border Collies which were the best dogs we have ever had. After their passing, I got another Border Collie Puppy which has a serious problem in which I have never seen before in either of our past Border Collies. She is afraid of everything...
Making Older Appliances Look New
Mine are fifty years old and still look spanking new! I wipe them down with Lemon Oil every time I clean the surface which is daily.
Lemon Oil For Sinks and Tubs
Your right! I use it in the same way. I also wipe down my stove with Lemon Oil to keep it looking new (its 60 years old now). I also wipe my eye glasses with Lemon Oil, then wipe clean as this seems to remove any scratches.
