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Variety of tips
Sandy
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Location: Central NM, USA
Posted: Fri Jul 05, 2002 11:43 am Post subject: Variety of tips
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If you drop something into a tight corner or down the sink, try reaching it with a crochet hook.
To get the stains off of cookie sheets, pie pans and other cookware, soak them in a solution of borax and water.
Silver that has dulled can be shined up again by rubbing a potato dipped in baking soda. Or when you boil potatoes, save the water to soak your silver in.
If you drip some paint on something while painting - rub with a paper towel soaked in Skin so Soft by Avon.
If your jars or glasses look cloudy fill them with warm water and add a few drops of ammonia. Wait about an hour - then wash and rinse in hot water. My mother-in-law soaks them in a solution of 2 cups vinegar to a sink full of hot water.
To make sure your clothes are fresh and your washing machine is free of bacteria and soap scum - occasionally run a cycle of bleach water.
Once a month flush some yogurt into your septic system to prevent buildup.
To remove grease stains on fabric - dab a solution of thick salt water (more salt than water) on the stain and remove salt with a clean paper towel. My mother in law uses Dawn dish soap and it works good too.
To remove mildew on white fabrics - soak several hours in a wash tub with 1/2 vinegar and 1/4 cup bleach. You can also put lemon juice on a stain and set in sun to remove light stains on white clothing.
Add 3 teaspoons of epsom salts to wash water to prevent colored fabrics from fading and to help keep the colors from running.
If you spill something, wash the fabric in cold water. Hot water will set the stain.
Never drain grease down the sink! It will clog up your sinks over time. If you forget and do it anyway, be sure to run some hot water with dish soap. Dawn is good for degreasing. If your sink does become clogged up pour 1/4 cup of baking soda down the drain followed by 1/2 cup of white vinegar. Wait few minutes and then pour a pot of boiling water down the drain.
To clean off the oven window, make a paste of baking soda and water. Rub onto the window and let sit for about 15 minutes. Wipe clean with a paper towel and clear water.
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