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CTC Readers' Poll:
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"I use Quick N
Brite for everything. I started using this about 10-15
years ago when I saw a demonstration at the Big E,
which in case you don't know, is like a giant fair
with all the New England states participating. You can
use this stuff for everything, depending on how you
dilute it. Full strength is great for spots on your
carpet or chair cushions, and use diluted for windows.
Cleans the grime and soap scum from showers; you just
spray on and you can see it melt away. The best
part is that it is non-toxic so if you have pets or
small kids, they won't get sick. My husband has
respiratory problems, and the other cleaners were very
bad for his breathing." ~ Jan
"This is really
easy. Just mix toothpaste and baking soda together
for a light rubbing compound for washable surfaces
such as around cabinet pulls, etc. I know someone
who used this on a nasty wooden table top and
it
came out
beautifully. Use non-gel toothpaste on the
last one. Try on a
small unseen area first.
Here is a recipe for
soaking vintage clothes or fabric.
In a bucket of hot water combine:
1/4 cup kosher salt
1/4 cup non chlorine
bleach such as Snowy.
Soak items.
The water will turn brown and nasty. Rinse 16 times.
If you have hard water with lots of minerals, I
would do the last rinses in distilled water just to
be safe. I have rescued many items!
Another age old cure is to lay your whites out on nice green grass on a sunny day. Something about the sun and the green, but remember to bring the dog in!
Take a piece of Wonder-type bread
and run it over a painting or wallpaper to get the
dust off. It works!" ~ Mary
Editor's Note: Thanks to these readers for taking time to write! |