Household Hints

[Beaglemom3 Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close Beaglemom3]

Sent to me by a friend. I haven't tried all of these (lawyerspeak for don't hold me responsible):


> >
> > How many of these did YOU know about?
> >
> > A sealed envelope - Put in the freezer for a few hours, then slide a
> > knife under the flap. The envelope can then be resealed. (hmmmmmm..)
> > ============
> > Use Empty toilet paper roll to store appliance cords . It keeps them
> > neat and you can write on the roll what appliance it belongs to.
> > ===========
> > For icy door steps in freezing temperatures: get warm water and put
> > Dawn dish washing liquid in it. Pour it all over the steps. They won't
> > refreeze. (wish I had known thi s for the last 40 years!)
> > ==========
> > To remove old wax from a glass candle holder , put it in the freezer for
> > a few hours. Then take the candle holder out and turn it upside down. The
> > wax will fall out.
> > ===========
> > Crayon marks on walls? This worked wonderfully! A damp rag, dipped
> > in baking soda . Comes off with little effort (elbow grease that is!).
> > ==========
> > Permanent marker on appliances/counter tops (like store receipt
> > BLUE!) rubbing alcohol on paper towel.
> > ============
> > Whenever I purchase a box of S.O.S Pads , I immediately take a pair of
> > scissors and cut each pad into halves . After years of having to throw
> > away rusted and unused and smelly pads, I finally decided that this would
> > be much more economical. Now a box of S.O.S pads last me indefinitely!
> > In fact, I have noticed that the scissors get 'sharpened'' this way!
> > =============
> > Blood stains on clothes? Not to worry! Just pour a little hydrogen
> > peroxide on a cloth and proceed to wipe off every drop of blood. Works
> > every time! (Now, where to put the body?) LOL
> > ==========
> > Use vertical strokes when washing windows outside and horizontal
> > for inside windows. This way you can tell which side has the streaks.
> > Straight vinegar will get outside windows really clean. Don't wash windows
> > on a sunny day. They will dry t too quickly a nd will probably streak.
> > ============
> > Spray a bit of perfume on the light bulb in any room to create a lovely
> > light scent in each room when the light is turned on.
> > ========
> > Place fabric softener sheets in dresser drawers and your clothes will smell
> > freshly washed for weeks to come. You can also do this with towels and linen.
> > =========
> > Candles will last a lot longer if placed in the freezer for at least 3
> > hours prior to burning.
> > ======
> > To clean artificial flowers, pour some salt into a paper bag an d add the
> > flowers. Shake vigorously as the salt will absorb all the dust and dirt
> > and leave your artificial flowers looking like new! Works like a charm!
> > ============
> > To easily remove burnt on food from your skillet , simply add a drop or two of dish soap
> > and enough water to cover bottom of pan, and bring to a boil on stove top .
> >
> > ===========
> > Spray your TUPPERWARE with nonstick cooking spray before pouring
> > in tomato based sauces and there won't be any stains.
> >
> > ===========
> > Wrap celery in aluminum foil when putting in the refrigerator and it will keep for weeks.
> >
> > =============
> > When boiling corn on the cob, add a pinch of sugar to help bring out the
> > corn's natural sweetn ess
> > ===============
> > Cure for headaches: Take a lime, cut it in half, and rub it on your
> > forehead. The throbbing will go away.
> > =============
> > Don't throw out all that leftover wine: Freeze into ice cubes for future
> > use in casseroles and sauces ....... Left over wine? What's that?
> > =============
> > To get rid of itch from mosquito bites, try applying soap on the area
> > and you will experience instant relief.
> > &n bsp; ============
> > Ants, ants, ants everywhere ... Well, they are said to never cross a chalk line. So,
> > get your chalk out and draw a line on the floor or wherever ants tend to march. See for yourself.
> > ============
> > Use air-freshener to clean mirrors. It does a good job and better still,
> > leaves a lovely smell to the shine.
> > ===========
> > When you get a splinter, reach for the scotch tape before resorting to
> > tweezers or a needle. Simply put the scotch tape over the splinter, and
> > then pull it off. Scotch tape removes most splinters painlessly and easily.
> > =====
> > Now look what you can do with Alka Seltzer........ Clean a toilet.
> > Drop in two Alka Seltzer tablets , wait twenty minutes, brush and flush.
> > The citric acid and effervescent action clean vitreous China .
> > ========
> > Clean a vase.
> > To remove a stain from the bottom of a glass vase or cruet, fill with water
> > and drop in two Alka Seltzer tablets
> > =============
> > Polish jewelry.
> > Drop two Alka Seltzer tablets into a glass of water and immerse the
> > jewelry for two minutes.
> > &n bsp; ==============
> > Clean a thermos bottle.
> > Fill the bottle with water, drop in four Alka Seltzer tablets , and let soak
> > for an hour (or longer, if necessary).
> > ===========
> > Unclog a drain.
> > Clear the sink drain by dropping three Alka Seltzer tablets down the
> > drain followed by a cup of Heinz White Vinegar. Wait a few minutes,
> > and then run the hot water.
> > ================
> > Do your friends a favor. Pass this timely (and some not-so-timely)
> > information on to a friend! I just did.
> >
> > Makes you wonder about ingesting Alka Seltzer, doesn't it?

[jericap Super Moderator Find all posts View Profile Close jericap]

I've used a lot of these and most of them work, especially the blood/peroxide one, that one works like a charm. You can also use hairspray for ink..works the same way.

I'll have to try the rest of them.

[jlwquilter Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close jlwquilter]

I am going to try the celery in aluminum foil. Bought a bag for some recipes and have alot left over. Normally I'd leave it to go bad in the fridge for a few months and then toss it out. Maybe I can save it long enough to use again!