Infrared Zone Heating System
Thanks very much for the information, it sounds like something we need at our house because our furnace died. Right now we are just using our wood stove and it is getting expensive. What is the cost of electricity to run your heater per month?
Cleaning Hairbrushes?
Dear Pat, I place the brushes and combs in a jar (canning jar) or bowl, then add a heaping tablespoon of baking soda. Then I add the hottest water I can get from the tap and soak it about an hour. Then rinse and dry them on a clean towel. It works every time...
Cleaning Hairbrushes?
BTW: Im not sure but I think this came from Heloise.
Removing Sweaty Smell in Laundry?
Dear Cettina, Ive used white vinegar on white T-shirts. I put it on full strength, soaked them overnight in a bucket of tepid water, then washed in the machine. There was no more sweaty odor. Hope it helps. Ramona from CO
Treating Restless Leg Syndrome?
Hi Mary Lou, My husband had leg cramps. He takes magnesium tablets and they do help. Eating bananas is also a good way to get magnesium. I would guess that milk of magnesia or Epsom salts would work the same way. I found this about magnesium, ...Individuals...
Home Remedies for Dog Worms?
Go to a feedstore and get a bag of diatomaceous earth. Call first and find out if its sold in small sizes. It cost me $2 for a 1 pound bag. It can be mixed in the animals food or applied to its coat. It works and its cheap: Pets: In case a bug decides to take...
Recipes Using Ketchup?
I agree with redhatter, unopened ketchup keeps in the pantry one year. You could also freeze it. I used to buy it in the giant can & pour into a washed bottle, then freeze the rest in plastic bags - it was always good when thawed. You could make barbecue sauce...
Suggestions For Good British Authors?
You might like Dorothy Sayers & Ruth Rendell. You can probably find their books at your library. Hope this helps, Ramona
Using Low Soil Mix For Vegetable Container Garden
Dear B, Go to HGTV: http://www.hgtv.com/hgtv/gl_soil_water_other/article/0,,HGTV_3635_1380307,00.html
Casserole Idea Using Chicken Burritos?
Dear Brigid, I make an inexpensive enchilada casserole with chili beans (homemade or canned), some sautéed onion, green chilies, corn tortillas (rolled around the beans or stacked like lasagna). Top with red or green chile sauce (homemade or canned again), cheese...