Smelly Bathroom Sink Drain?
I put a small amount of chlorine with water down it. I havent had a problem since.
Soap Making
I,too, would be interested in making dish washing soap and shampoo. would you share your info on how to make them?
Will Washing Dishes in Bleach Harm the Finish?
Most health depts. recommend a 1;10dilution for bleach to sterilize for germs, but that is if there is a contagious illness or for soup kitchens or group functions. Why are you washing your dishes in bleach? if there is not a problem i would just use soap and...
Underarm Stains on Shirts?
I have been using cold water Tide with amazing results. I put a small amount and rub the insides of the shirts and wash inside out. I also use around the collar area. I line dry and/or use a rack to dry shirts. I find they last longer and the underarm odor...
Vinegar As An All Purpose Cleaner
I use baking soda, sm. amount of dish detergent and some vinegar to make my own soft scrub. I add it to my dish detergent to clean dirty greasy pots. It is great to clean cutting boards after cutting meats. You can also substitute lemon juice for vinegar in...
Removing Tape Residue From PVC Fence?
Heap store brand peanut butter. Get all sort of stuff like that off. Was given this idea from an appliance salesperson years ago.
Removing Ink from Countertops?
Thank you all for your suggestions. The nail polish remover worked. I used a cheap paint brush from a childs art kit to minimize the spread of the acetone and used a paper towel to blot it.
Cleaning Sticky Scissors?
Peanut butter. An appliance salesmen told me about peanut butter 15 years ago. Rub peanut butter on leave it for a few minutes and them rub off and wash and dry. I but the cheapest I can find in a small jar. It lasts forever. I would only use the on hard surfaces...
Troubleshooting Pool's Suction Vacuum?
If you have an in ground pool and a DE filter, this is what I do. I know nothing about above ground pools. I check the basket by the filter and empty that first if it is really full. Then I back wash a small amount. This sometimes lowers the pressure and gives...
Baby is Not Crawling?
Each child is different. It sounds like you are worried. What does his doctor think? Most school districts have programs for children and can evaluate your child even a 9 month old! If your child needs help, they can get him started early. Otherwise, I bet...
Paint Colors to Brighten a Bathroom?
We painted our small bathroom this pumpkin color from Benjamin Moore. It is bright, yet does not make the room a sickening orange. Moore makes a bathroom/kitchen paint to help with humidity and heat. Shower curtain was from Walmart and everything else was purchased...
Old Clothing Rag Rug
I am a quilter and have a ton of fabric left from quilting and other sewing. I decided to make a rug from my old quilting material and other cotton fabrics. My rug is rectangular Its so much furn using old fabric and remembering the people I made the quilt...
Planting Potted Tulip Bulbs?
You can try and use these bulbs again, but they have been forced to bloom early and do not usually bloom again. I would let them dry out, put them in a nylon stocking or any bag that allows circulation and plant them in the fall. Good Luck
Clean Baked on Grime With Baking Soda and Vinegar
After making applesauce I found I had burned apple on the bottom of the pot. Lots of it. Never should have answered that phone! I put baking soda directly on the burned apple and added a little water. I then reheated it to boiling and the apple peeled off. You...
Soaker Hoses and Newspaper
you can 1/2 the amount of newspaper you use. 4 sheets are enough to block weeds and will decompose faster. A Master Gardener in NY
Baking Soda and Dawn For Clothing Stains
This is also an awesome homemade soft scrub for sinks and bathtubs! Also is great for getting pots, pans and corning ware dishes really clean. I use more baking soda with a little detergent. Saves a done of money!
