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Spring Cleaning Tips from Martha Stewart

cardiactamponade — Sat, 12 Jun 2010 02:22:50 +0000

Useful bits and pieces now that I am living on my own:

Every month or two, give the pipes a good preventative cleaning to keep them clear of grease, oil, and hair clogs. Pour 1/2 cup baking soda down the drain, followed by 1/2 cup white vinegar. The mixture will foam up. Let stand for a few minutes to dissolve fatty acids, then pour boiling water down the drain to wash out any clogs.
If a showerhead becomes clogged with mineral deposits, fill a plastic bag with undiluted white vinegar and place the bag over the head so it is submerged; secure and seal the bag with a rubber band. Soak overnight and then scrub the face with a toothbrush.
Baking soda has scrubbing power but won’t scratch surfaces. Mix a paste of 3 parts warm water to 1 part baking soda to scrub kitchen stains or clean the oven. Make a bathroom cleanser by mixing dishwashing liquid with baking soda until you have a thick paste.
Your universal cleaning kit should include: An all-purpose cleaner, or a solution of 2 tablespoons mild dishwashing liquid, such as Ivory, and 2 cups water in a spray bottle; A mildly abrasive cleanser, such as Bon Ami; A glass cleaner, or a solution of 1 part white vinegar and 1 part water in a spray bottle; Rubber gloves; lint-free white cloths; medium-bristled scrub brush

cardiactamponade — Sun, 28 Mar 2010 06:28:45 +0000

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cardiactamponade — Sun, 21 Mar 2010 06:05:32 +0000

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cardiactamponade — Sun, 21 Mar 2010 05:27:19 +0000

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